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Support Desk Specialist

Job Summary

Kazmarek Technology Solutions is looking for a Support Desk Specialist to join our growing team.  This is a fast-paced environment that requires multi-tasking as you work on and respond to incoming and existing tickets. Technicians receive customer service requests via phone, e-mail, or our ticket portal to perform remote technical support for customers’ IT networks, servers, and desktop & laptop systems. Technician is responsible to attempt resolution of any ticket and escalate tickets they are not able to complete themselves, or contact vendors for support to complete tickets as necessary. Technician will also contribute to our knowledgebase to maintain customer documentation and troubleshooting steps. Technician will also be required to further education through reading, research activities, and certifications. 

 Ideal Candidate:

  • Strong computer hardware, software, and network troubleshooting skills (primarily Windows environments) 
  • Has a passion for computers and technology, and a desire to help other
  • Is comfortable meeting and speaking to new people 
  • Excellent listening skills to understand client IT problems 
  • Excellent time management and organization skills, works well under pressure 
  • Resourceful for finding solutions independently for new/unknown issues or only needs minimal assistance to find a resolution 
  • Has a high attention to detail, works well with others, and can follow instructions, SOPs, etc. 

Essential Functions:

  • Provide remote and occasional onsite IT technical support to client end users with the highest quality in customer service 
  • Create and process all customer service requests to resolve client issues in a timely fashion 
  • Perform onsite technical support and system installation at client sites as needed 
  • Utilize research tools for reviewing client documentation as needed in support activities 
  • Maintain knowledgebase to ensure accurate articles for efficient client troubleshooting 
  • Thoroughly document all client support services and troubleshooting on support tickets with items such as specific steps taken to resolve & troubleshoot issues 
  • Complete technical support projects and tasks as assigned by manager 
  • Perform timely follow up activities with clients by email or phone to verify success of support activities when client was unavailable for review at the time of service, for example after hour service 
  • Attend company meetings as required 

Knowledge & Experience:

  • Minimum 2-4 years experience working for a Managed Services Provider and/or working for an IT consulting firm 
  • Experience with Support Desk Ticketing systems (AutoTask, ConnectWise, Kayako, Remedy, etc.) 
  • Excellent problem–solving skills to be able to efficiently work client issues to resolution using your knowledge, experience, system documentation, vendor support, and online resources 
  • Technology – Windows Servers, Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, FTP, VPN, TCP/IP, Remote Desktop, Terminal Services, SonicWALL, Office365, Google Apps, Domain Management, MS Office Suite, network topology, network printers, scanners, hardware and software installation, OS installation 

Expectations & Schedule

This position is Monday through Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm; with some weekend support shifts.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): 

  • Meet SLA response times 
  • 80% of work hours to be billable time 
  • Complete 80% of tickets independently 
  • Complete 50% support tickets in < 1 hour 

Customer service and professionalism is a must! Strong candidates will demonstrate: attention to detail, strong communications skills, ability to quickly grasp concepts and execute on them, likable personality, dedication to company goals, and the ability to communicate with clients in non-technical terms. This is a great opportunity to learn and grow with a leading technology firm, and have some fun along the way. 

To Apply for the Support Desk Specialist Position please email your resume to [email protected].

Kazmarek Technology Solutions (KTS) is a San Diego based MSP/Systems Integration firm that excels in providing technology and business solutions without losing sight of customer service and business ethics. The KTS team is dedicated to keeping up-to-date with the latest technologies and offers the best solutions for small and mid-sized businesses that are looking to maximize efficiencies within their on-premises, SaaS based, and cloud hosted environments.