Help Desk & IT Support (Information & Communication Technology)Responsible for resolving complex support requests with computer hardware, software, and network systems, as well as meeting customer satisfaction and continuous service delivery demands. Provides research and support for new technologies to be used within our environment.RESPONSIBILITIESBuild good sincere relations with customers during onsite visits and in all other contacts.Take full ownership of assigned escalated service requests.Manage projects end to end including migrations, deployments or network upgrades.Answer inbound support calls to assist users with access/usage issues and log service requests into the company's internal CRM.Make outbound calls to users when error logs are detected prior to them contacting support.Investigate and coordinate resolution and recovery actions for assigned support incidents.Install, move and change technology hardware, software and resources under guidance.Troubleshoot hardware, software and network issues using internal knowledge base, senior directions and guidance, vendor support articles.Perform varied and wide-ranging other related duties and tasks as required during working hours.Liaise with customers and update ticket status.Provide a consistently high level of service to our customers in a prompt and pleasant manner.Maintain the highest ethical standards and confidentiality in dealing with our customers and each other.Develop customer self-help content and contribute to internal knowledge base articles.Enhance individual skills and knowledge to better serve our customers.Analyse and resolve hardware and software problems in a service desk environment.Demonstrate highly accomplished interpersonal skills with a friendly customer service acumen.Complete a broad variety of IT Support tasks in a diverse business environment within an IT team environment.PRODUCT EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESKnowledgeProficiency in Microsoft Hyper-V platformsProficiency in Microsoft Exchange platformsProficiency in Fortinet/Cisco + routing and networkingProficiency in Veeam/Storagecraft backup and disaster recovery methodologyConfiguring and troubleshooting Windows Servers and workstationsConfiguring and troubleshooting internet and network equipmentConfiguring all Windows softwareUnderstanding and troubleshooting IP, IP routing, routing protocols, debugging, and other common network troubleshooting tools and methodsUnderstanding how internet protocols work and routingSkillsAbility to install and administer computer hardware and software.Analytical and problem-solving skillsEffective verbal, presentation and listening communication skillsEffective written communication skillsComputer skills including the ability to operate spreadsheet, word-processing, and email.Personal AttributesBe honest and trustworthyBe respectfulPossess cultural awareness and sensitivityBe flexibleDemonstrate good work ethicsPhysical DemandsThe Senior IT Support Technician will have to spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers. The Senior IT Support Technician will have to lift computer equipment, supplies, and materials from time to time and operate electrical tools and related IT equipment.Environmental ConditionsThe Senior IT Support Technician may have to be involved in multiple matters at any one time and may be interrupted frequently to meet the needs and requests of clients. The environment may be busy and noisy, requiring excellent organizational and time management skills to complete the required tasks.Sensory DemandsSensory demands include the use of the computer. The office may be noisy and busy, making it challenging for the Senior IT Support Technician to concentrate and focus.Mental DemandsThe Senior IT Support Technician operates in a sometimes demanding environment as clients may exhibit frustration or require immediate responsive assistance services.DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE5 years of strong direct customer service experience in an MSP environmentProven experience of delivering a high degree of customer service and can effectively problem-solve in an “out of the box” way, including appropriate interpersonal skills to manage demanding or difficult customersStrong verbal and written communication skillsSelf-motivated team player with the ability to work calmly under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and see tasks through to completion with minimal supervisionAttention to detail as well as a high degree of accuracy in data entryThe ability to ensure that customer requirements are recorded exactly as specifiedPossess a high level of organizational skills, can manage their own time and tasks to completion“Can-do” attitude and leads by exampleCommunicates effectively with the team – provides clear information/instructions and listens to the team effectivelyCommunicates effectively with colleagues and management regarding all aspects of customer serviceDemonstrated ability to solve problems within level of accountabilityInternal system inductions and hands-on training.Experience in an ITIL environment.EDUCATIONTertiary Education in IT or related fieldMicrosoft Certified IT Server AdministratorCisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MSCE Server)Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MSCA Office 365)ITIL 4 Foundation
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