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Updated: 18 May 2013
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Desktop Support Engineer 2013 Total Pay (?
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$34,987 - $72,792
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Salary$34,902 - $68,551  
   
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$34,987 - $72,792  
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Country: United States | Currency: USD | Updated: 18 May 2013 | Individuals Reporting: 163

Desktop Support Engineer Tasks

  • Troubleshoot hardware and software problems in person and remotely, resolving and documenting solutions.
  • Monitor backups and maintenance logs.
  • Answer calls or tickets to support end users with applications, hardware, software, and networking.
  • Create end user documentation and knowledge base articles.
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Key Statistics for Desktop Support Engineer Salaries and Jobs

Female
5%
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Male
95%
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Years of Experience
Less than 1 year
1%
1-4 years
20%
5-9 years
39%
10-19 years
35%
20 years or more
4%
Top Degrees

Salary Range

Bachelor's Degree$35,498 - $68,336
Associate's Degree$48,000 - $56,111
Most Common Health Benefits
medical benefits Medical: 82% dental benefits Dental: 71%
vision benefits Vision: 58% employee benefits None: 18%

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Desktop Support Engineer

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$34,987 - $72,792
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Desktop Support Technician
$29,148 - $58,710
Help Desk Technician
$24,807 - $50,485
Technical Support Specialist
$28,016 - $66,471
 
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Desktop Support Engineer

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$34,987 - $72,792
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Systems Administrator
$35,827 - $77,349
Network Engineer
$40,122 - $92,229
 

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