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Help Desk Technician II
full-timeCary$50k - $75k

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Salary

$50k - $75k

Type

full-time

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PENNYMAC

Pennymac (NYSE: PFSI) is a specialty financial services firm with a comprehensive mortgage platform and integrated business focused on the production and servicing of U.S. mortgage loans and the management of investments related to the U.S. mortgage market. 

 

At Pennymac, our people are the foundation of our success and at the heart of our dynamic work culture. Together, we work towards a unified goal of helping millions of Americans achieve aspirations of homeownership through the complete mortgage journey.


A Typical Day

The Help Desk Technician will provide primary support to Pennymac internal employees by taking calls, handling live chats, answering email, responding to tickets, answering support related questions, providing technical support for all Pennymac utilized systems. This position serves as the centralized entry point and provides escalated troubleshooting for all technology related service requests and support related issues for technical concerns across the company. Responsibilities also include assisting with account management, website and data tool maintenance/enhancement, and project management support.

 

The Help Desk Technician will:

  • Provide front-line technical support to largely external but sometimes internal customers, troubleshooting a wider range of issues with increased complexity
  • Independently diagnose and resolve hardware, software, network, and application problems, including basic Active Directory and Google Workspace administration
  • Proactively identify and resolve recurring technical issues, contributing to knowledge base articles and process improvements
  • Assist with onboarding new employees, including equipment setup and software installation
  • Escalate complex or unresolved issues, clearly documenting the steps taken and information gathered
  • Participate in an on-call rotation, providing after-hours support as needed
  • Contribute to team projects and initiatives, sharing knowledge and collaborating with colleagues
  • Achieve and maintain Help/Service Desk performance metrics
  • Demonstrate behaviors which are aligned with the organization’s desired culture and values
  • Active participation in rotational “on-call” support to lower support tier (Not often but occasional)

What You’ll Bring

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business or related field preferred
  • Proficiency in troubleshooting common applications and peripherals
  • 4+ years of experience in a help desk or technical support role
  • Working knowledge of networking concepts and protocols
  • Intermediate working knowledge of google suite usage, monitoring, break fix solutions
  • Experience with Active Directory, Google Workspace, and remote support tools
  • Solid understanding of computer hardware, software, operating systems (Windows, macOS), and networking concepts
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong customer skills with an ability to work with accuracy and minimal direction
  • Displays high initiative and works well under pressure

Why You Should Join

As one of the top mortgage lenders in the country, Pennymac has helped over 4 million lifetime homeowners achieve and sustain their aspirations of home. Our vision is to be the most trusted partner for home. Together, 4,000 Pennymac team members across the country are guided by our core values: to be Accountable, Reliable and Ethical in all that we do. Pennymac is committed to conducting a business that makes positive contributions and promotes long-term sustainable growth and to fostering an equitable and inclusive environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. 

 

Benefits That Bring It Home: Whether you're looking for flexible benefits for today, setting up short-term goals for tomorrow, or planning for long-term success and retirement, Pennymac's benefits have you covered. Some key benefits include: 

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Paid Time Off Programs including vacation, holidays, illness, and parental leave 
  • Wellness Programs, Employee Recognition Programs, and onsite gyms and cafe style dining (select locations)
  • Retirement benefits, life insurance, 401k match, and tuition reimbursement 
  • Philanthropy Programs including matching gifts, volunteer grants, charitable grants and corporate sponsorships

 

To learn more about our benefits visit: https://pennymacnews.page.link/benefits

 

For residents with state required benefit information, additional information can be found at: https://www.pennymac.com/additional-benefits-information

 

Compensation: Individual salary may vary based on multiple factors including specific role, geographic location / market data, and skills and experience as defined below:

  • Lower in range - Building skills and experience in the role
  • Mid-range - Experience and skills align with proficiency in the role 
  • Higher in range - Experience and skills add value above typical requirements of the role 

 

Some roles may be eligible for performance-based compensation and/or stock-based incentives awarded to employees based on company and individual performance. 

 


Salary

$50,000 - $75,000
Work Model

OFFICE

Other facts

Tech stack
Technical Support,Troubleshooting,Active Directory,Google Workspace,Networking Concepts,Customer Service,Problem Solving,Communication,Interpersonal Skills,Hardware,Software,Operating Systems,Project Management,Account Management,Data Tool Maintenance,Process Improvements

About Pennymac

PennyMac Loan Services, LLC (NMLS #35953) is a top national mortgage lender with over 4 million lifetime customers. Whether you are new to the home loan process or an experienced buyer, Pennymac is dedicated to offering competitive rates and superior service.

Being an online mortgage lender means Pennymac can focus on the needs of its customers rather than maintaining a network of branches and banking products.

Our mission is to build a foundation of homeownership by enabling our customers to achieve and sustain their aspirations of home.

Pennymac Publication Rules
We A.R.E. Pennymac: Accountable, Reliable, Ethical. Pennymac does not pay or otherwise provide compensation for reviews/comments. All reviews/comments are subject to the disclaimer provided prior to posting and become the property of Pennymac once submitted. We reserve the right to validate, remove or republish your reviews/comments at any time.

Equal Housing Opportunity, PennyMac Loan Services, LLC, 3043 Townsgate Road, Suite 200, Westlake Village, CA 91361, 818-224-7442. NMLS ID # 35953 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). For a complete listing of state licenses and important notices, please visit www.pennymac.com/state-licenses. Not all property types qualify. Some loan products may not be available in all states. Information, property type eligibility, rates and pricing are subject to change without prior notice at the sole discretion of PennyMac Loan Services, LLC. Ask your loan officer for details. © 2025 Private National Mortgage Acceptance Company, LLC, Pennymac and all related marks are trademarks of Private National Mortgage Acceptance Company, LLC and/or its subsidiaries or affiliates. Third-party content is the property of its respective owners. All rights reserved. (01-2025)

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Financial Services
Founding Year: 2008

What you'll do

  • The Help Desk Technician will provide primary support to internal employees by troubleshooting a wide range of technical issues. Responsibilities include assisting with account management, website maintenance, and participating in team projects.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Pennymac pay for a Help Desk Technician II?

Pennymac offers a competitive compensation package for the Help Desk Technician II role. The salary range is USD 50k - 75k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.

What does a Help Desk Technician II do at Pennymac?

As a Help Desk Technician II at Pennymac, you will: the Help Desk Technician will provide primary support to internal employees by troubleshooting a wide range of technical issues. Responsibilities include assisting with account management, website maintenance, and participating in team projects..

Why join Pennymac as a Help Desk Technician II?

Pennymac is a leading Financial Services company. The Help Desk Technician II role offers competitive compensation.

Is the Help Desk Technician II position at Pennymac remote?

The Help Desk Technician II position at Pennymac is based in Cary, North Carolina, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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