IT Helpdesk (US)

We are seeking an IT Helpdesk/Associate to join our team. The IT Helpdesk/Associate will be the first line of defense for all IT Technicians. You will answer phones and emails and turn these calls in to tickets for Tier 2 and Tier 3 technicians. You will support the customer with first call resolve issues, such as resetting passwords, mapping drives and printers, and educating the user on self-help documents. You will strive to achieve the best customer support through training, knowledge, and ingenuity. You always pride yourself in proper office etiquette and display professionalism.

Position Responsibilities:

• First line of defense for the IT Technical Teams. Answer phones, route calls accordingly, create tickets on behalf of the customer, work tier 1 level tickets, route tickets in the enterprise ticketing system to proper teams and/or technicians for upper-level support.
• Work as part of a IT Associates Team, answering questions and working first call resolve issues for employees, via phone, chat or through an enterprise ticketing system.
• Typical duties may include resetting of user passwords, general technology questions, basic troubleshooting of PCs, mobile devices, printers, and phones, and education the customer on self-help documentation.
• Document, track and monitor problems to ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Learning new skills from Tier 2 level teams for job mobility.
• Writing knowledge documents for training and educational purposes.
• Receive hands-on or virtual training to learn skills that will enable you assist in projects.
• Project work to assist upper-level teams and gain real time experience for more complex duties.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong customer service, troubleshooting and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with focus on providing clear and concise instructions and documentation for areas of assigned responsibility.
• Exceptional customer service skills in person, over the phone, and through electronic communication.
• Ability to triage and troubleshoot unfamiliar issues.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Strong knowledge of Windows desktops.
• Knowledge of Microsoft server products, especially Active Directory.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel and Word.
• Experience with Office 365 is a plus.
• Must be able to frequently sit for long periods of time and must also be able to maintain a courteous attitude throughout the day.
• Willing to work on a night shift.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or Information Systems.
• Excellent English skills, verbal and written.
• A+, Technical Certifications desired.
• This is a beginner level of IT technical support. Should be willing to gain certifications for mobility.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person