Help Desk Specialist - The Computer Merchant, Ltd
Springfield, MA 01104
About the Job
JOB TITLE: Help Desk Technician
JOB LOCATION: Springfield, MA Hybrid
WAGE RANGE*: 22-24.79/hr.
JOB NUMBER: 33293887
Job Description:
The IT Help Desk Specialist provides first point of contact for all technical support issues at an enterprise level. The Specialist guides, assists, coordinates and follows-up on client questions, problems or malfunctions of all systems applications, hardware and software installed or maintained by IT. They analyze simple to moderately complex inquiries and determine appropriate technical area or vendor to resolve problems. They consult with Technical Advisors and IT professionals when the appropriate course of action is unclear. When a major problem is suspected, they alert the client community and team members. The role requires sufficient knowledge of IT operations, responsibilities, workflow processes and procedures to resolve most inquiries. Good analytical and communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with client and other Systems Division staff is required.
Job Responsibilities:
Interprets, evaluates and resolves, if possible, telephone inquiries pertaining to the functional operation of all installed application, hardware and software products supported by IT
The primary goal is to provide high quality, accurate and time-sensitive service to our customers in a high volume help desk call center environment
Is responsible for providing exceptional customer service in a call center environment and technical support by troubleshooting, triage, and management of the incident lifecycle, for all supported business groups and products
Utilize internally produced knowledge articles, the internet or seeks advice from peers to help resolve issues
Escalate issues to next level support when the solution is unknown or cannot be found within defined timeframes
Resolve 70% or more of incidents at first point of contact, achieves performance goals and increased productivity
100 % onsite from Springfield for first 4-5 weeks training, after potential to be onsite/remote hybrid/onsite 3 days per week (hours are between 7-7pm Mon-Friday with 8 hour shifts). 40 hours per week
Role Characteristics:
Possess strong written and oral communication skills
Exhibits exceptional Customer Service soft skills
Demonstrates strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills to allow efficient and effective problem identification and apply appropriate solution
Illustrates high attention to incident description, detail and impact
Self-motivated and goal-oriented, capable of working in a fast paced and changing environment
Good analytical and communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with all support areas
Call center environment
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
* While an hourly range is posted for this position, an eventual hourly rate is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis which considers multiple factors including but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills and qualifications, education and experience as compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work, if applicable, and market and business considerations. Benefits offered include medical, dental and vision benefits; dependent care flexible spending account; 401(k) plan; voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident and critical illness coverage; employee assistance program; sick leave in accordance with regulation. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.
JOB LOCATION: Springfield, MA Hybrid
WAGE RANGE*: 22-24.79/hr.
JOB NUMBER: 33293887
Job Description:
The IT Help Desk Specialist provides first point of contact for all technical support issues at an enterprise level. The Specialist guides, assists, coordinates and follows-up on client questions, problems or malfunctions of all systems applications, hardware and software installed or maintained by IT. They analyze simple to moderately complex inquiries and determine appropriate technical area or vendor to resolve problems. They consult with Technical Advisors and IT professionals when the appropriate course of action is unclear. When a major problem is suspected, they alert the client community and team members. The role requires sufficient knowledge of IT operations, responsibilities, workflow processes and procedures to resolve most inquiries. Good analytical and communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with client and other Systems Division staff is required.
Job Responsibilities:
Interprets, evaluates and resolves, if possible, telephone inquiries pertaining to the functional operation of all installed application, hardware and software products supported by IT
The primary goal is to provide high quality, accurate and time-sensitive service to our customers in a high volume help desk call center environment
Is responsible for providing exceptional customer service in a call center environment and technical support by troubleshooting, triage, and management of the incident lifecycle, for all supported business groups and products
Utilize internally produced knowledge articles, the internet or seeks advice from peers to help resolve issues
Escalate issues to next level support when the solution is unknown or cannot be found within defined timeframes
Resolve 70% or more of incidents at first point of contact, achieves performance goals and increased productivity
100 % onsite from Springfield for first 4-5 weeks training, after potential to be onsite/remote hybrid/onsite 3 days per week (hours are between 7-7pm Mon-Friday with 8 hour shifts). 40 hours per week
Role Characteristics:
Possess strong written and oral communication skills
Exhibits exceptional Customer Service soft skills
Demonstrates strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills to allow efficient and effective problem identification and apply appropriate solution
Illustrates high attention to incident description, detail and impact
Self-motivated and goal-oriented, capable of working in a fast paced and changing environment
Good analytical and communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with all support areas
Call center environment
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
* While an hourly range is posted for this position, an eventual hourly rate is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis which considers multiple factors including but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills and qualifications, education and experience as compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work, if applicable, and market and business considerations. Benefits offered include medical, dental and vision benefits; dependent care flexible spending account; 401(k) plan; voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident and critical illness coverage; employee assistance program; sick leave in accordance with regulation. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.
Source : The Computer Merchant, Ltd