IT Support Specialist

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Summary This position reports directly to the IT Helpdesk Lead. The IT Support Specialist is responsible for providing front-line hardware, software and infrastructure IT support to company end-users.

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This position reports directly to the IT Helpdesk Lead. The IT Support Specialist is responsible for providing front-line hardware, software and infrastructure IT support to company end-users. In addition, the IT Support Specialist will provide secondary day-to-day support to the integrated IT Department at the discretion of IT leadership.

Gather detailed information regarding issues from on-site hardware/software installations
Assist on-site and remote personnel in their day-to-day desktop/network support needs
Deploy (sysprep) computers, install associated software applications, configure hardware, peripherals, and settings to company configuration standards
Assist with repair and recovery from hardware/software failures.
Communicate with technical fluency network and system failures
Provide IT logistics support for shipping of computer systems and peripherals in support of remote workforce operations.
Assist with overall site support, when needed, to handle administrative support
Other tasks as assigned

Working Conditions:

Standing/ Walking: Periodically throughout the workday on hard floor surface.
Sitting: Frequently in the office and during breaks and lunchtime.
Hands/Arms: Constantly in use throughout the workday. Frequent use of computer and other office equipment.
Lifting: Occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.
Carrying: Occasionally carrying items for up to 50'.
Bending/Twisting: Occasionally at the hips and knees to lift miscellaneous items, however squatting is recommended.
Kneeling/Crawling: Kneeling can be performed occasionally to lift miscellaneous items, however squatting recommended.
Reaching: Occasionally reaching is performed to reach overhead or to retrieve items from a top shelf.
Work- site conditions: The work is performed inside a call center environment.
Unusual Working Conditions: Must be able to work occasionally on evenings, weekends, holidays, 6-day workweeks, and back-to-back shifts when needed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and working conditions that may be required.

Requirements

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Excellent communication skills; verbal, written
Practical experience with Microsoft Suite products
Practical understanding and practical application of network support in an office environment
Ability to troubleshoot network related issues without assistance
Ability to interpret and discuss information with individuals or groups involving terminology and concepts of a technical nature
Ability to provide advice and recommend actions involving technical issues
Ability to work successfully in the high stress environment of a call center
Ability to be flexible and proactive if goals and objectives change
Ability to troubleshoot, create and install network cabling
Ability to work effectively with others
Ability to proficiently use a computer and software related to job function
Understanding of standard networking concepts including DNS and DHCP
Understanding of network security concepts and practices in a third-party audited environment
Understanding of IP telephony configuration and networking concepts.