(NIGHT SHIFT) Helpdesk Technician: Levels I & II

Grapevine MSP Technology Services • Full-time • Bakersfield, CA, US • $43,680 - $52,000 / year • 5m ago

Overnight Helpdesk Technician (On-Site Role)

12:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Grapevine MSP is the Central Valley's largest managed IT services provider, based in Bakersfield, CA, with a clear mission: help businesses of all sizes thrive through smart, secure, and innovative technology. Founded in 2009 by CEO Joe Gregory during a recession, we've grown into a team of 60+ professionals recognized as an industry leader. We go beyond fixing computers by partnering with our clients to deliver proactive IT support, cybersecurity, cloud, and VoIP solutions, strategic consulting, and 24/7 help desk services. As Microsoft Tier 1 Partners and community supporters, we're known for our "let's figure it out" culture, commitment to customer success, and passion for solving real-world technology challenges.

We are looking for an experienced Overnight Helpdesk Technician to serve as the primary technical point of contact during our midnight shift. This is not just a ticket-taking role — you will be responsible for protecting system stability, responding to critical alerts, and ensuring our clients wake up to fully operational environments.

If you are confident working independently, enjoy solving complex problems, and take pride in being the person who keeps everything running behind the scenes, this opportunity is for you.

What This Role Means

During overnight hours, you are the front line of defense. You'll monitor systems, resolve support requests, complete scheduled maintenance, and escalate issues when necessary. Your work directly impacts uptime, security, and client satisfaction.

This position requires technical competence, sound judgment, and the ability to stay focused in a quiet but high-responsibility environment.

Core Responsibilities

Proactive System Oversight

Monitor servers, workstations, backups, and network infrastructure
Respond to alerts and performance warnings
Perform system checks to ensure uptime and stability

Technical Support & Troubleshooting

Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and connectivity issues
Support Windows-based environments and user account management
Provide remote support with clear, professional communication

Maintenance & Security

Execute scheduled updates, patching, and backup verification
Maintain endpoint protection and antivirus standards
Identify and report security risks or suspicious activity

Incident Handling & Documentation

Accurately log and track tickets
Document resolutions and recurring patterns
Escalate complex issues appropriately and ensure proper follow-up

Shift Transition

Provide detailed handoff notes to the day team
Communicate ongoing concerns or unresolved items clearly

Responsibilities

System Monitoring: Monitor and maintain the company's IT systems, networks, and applications to ensure availability and performance during night hours
Technical Support: Provide end-user support, troubleshoot hardware, software, and network connectivity issues, and resolve incidents promptly
Incident Management: Log and track all incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement solutions to prevent recurrence
Routine Maintenance: Perform scheduled maintenance tasks such as backups, updates, and patch management to ensure system reliability and security
Escalation: Escalate complex issues to the appropriate IT staff or third-party vendors and follow up to ensure timely resolution
Documentation: Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of IT procedures, incidents, and resolutions
User Training: Help users learn new systems, applications, and IT policies to improve proficiency and productivity
Security Compliance: Ensure compliance with company IT security policies and procedures and report any security breaches or vulnerabilities
Collaboration: Work closely with the day shift IT team to ensure seamless transitions and effective communication of issues and resolutions

Requirements

Qualifications 2+ years of IT support experience (MSP experience strongly preferred) Solid experience with Windows operating systems Hands-on experience with Active Directory (users, permissions, security groups) Working knowledge of Group Policy Understanding of network fundamentals and security best practices Strong troubleshooting and critical-thinking skills Ability to prioritize and manage multiple issues independently Professional communication skills and a customer-first mindset Nice to Have

Experience with Microsoft 365 and Azure
Industry certifications (CompTIA, Microsoft, etc.)
Why Grapevine MSP?
- Exposure to diverse client environments and technologies
- Opportunity to grow technically in a high-accountability role
- Supportive team culture with clear expectations
- A position where your reliability and skill truly matter

This is a high-trust, high-responsibility overnight position. If you're dependable, technically sharp, and ready to take ownership of the midnight shift, we'd like to speak with you.

Apply today and become the reason our clients never notice a problem.

Benefits

Competitive Pay
401K Plan with 4% matching pay contributions
Grapevine MSP offers access to low-cost, high-quality healthcare options, "Health, Dental, and Vision."
Vacation time
Paid Sick Time
Performance Bonuses
Work Anniversary Recognition
Equipment and Tools Provided
Plenty of training courses are covered if you want to advance further; Grapevine MSP offers Growth and Development Plans with Industry-Specific Training
Team Events
Social Events