Remote Technical Support Specialist | IT Dispatch Professional
Remotely
Full-time
Our established technology firm delivers premium software solutions that enhance business efficiency across industries globally. We're seeking an experienced Technical Support Specialist to join our dispatch team, providing first-level technical support to our diverse enterprise client base.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver responsive first-level technical support for various hardware configurations, enterprise software, cloud-based SaaS platforms, and mobile solutions.
- Take complete ownership of customer issues from initial contact through to successful resolution, maintaining accountability throughout the support lifecycle.
- Communicate proactively with customers, providing transparent updates during the resolution process.
- Document all customer interactions meticulously within our enterprise ticketing system.
- Analyze patterns in technical inquiries to anticipate customer needs and prevent potential issues.
- Create, update, and refine knowledge base articles to strengthen self-service capabilities.
- Collaborate effectively with tier-two and tier-three support specialists when escalation becomes necessary.
- Participate in scheduled on-call rotations to ensure comprehensive 24/7 customer support coverage.
- Continuously enhance technical expertise and customer service capabilities through structured training programs.
- Contribute meaningfully to key performance metrics including response times, first-contact resolution rates, and customer satisfaction scores.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Technical education in Industrial Automation, Automatic Control Systems, Computer Networking, or related technical disciplines.
- Minimum 2+ years of experience in technical support, help desk, or similar customer-facing IT roles.
- Comprehensive knowledge of current Windows (10/11), macOS (Monterey/Ventura), and Linux (Ubuntu/CentOS) operating systems.
- Demonstrated experience troubleshooting hardware issues across various devices and peripherals.
- Strong understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing protocols.
- Practical knowledge of cloud services and SaaS platforms (Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Salesforce).
- Proficiency with enterprise ticketing systems (ServiceNow, Zendesk, Jira Service Management).
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in business English.
- Advanced analytical thinking and systematic problem-solving abilities.
- Customer-centric mindset with superior interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivation with demonstrated capacity to work independently while contributing to team objectives.
- Comfort and effectiveness working in a remote environment with minimal direct supervision.
Nice to Have
- Experience with modern industrial automation systems including Allen-Bradley/Siemens PLCs, SCADA, and HMI interfaces.
- Knowledge of control system principles and diagnostic techniques.
- Familiarity with enterprise VoIP systems and telecommunications infrastructure.
- Proficiency with remote support tools (TeamViewer, AnyDesk, Remote Desktop).
- Technical certifications (CompTIA A+/Network+, ITIL v4, Microsoft 365 Certified, Cisco CCNA).
- Experience with database management systems (SQL Server, Oracle, MongoDB).
- Working knowledge of scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash, Python).
- Hands-on experience with virtualization technologies (VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V).
- Multi-language proficiency, particularly in business contexts.
Why Join Our Team
As a Technical Support Specialist with our organization, you'll engage with cutting-edge technologies while developing advanced technical and customer service capabilities. We provide competitive compensation, flexible remote work arrangements, substantial professional development opportunities, and membership in a collaborative global team that values innovation and excellence. Your contributions will directly impact customer satisfaction and business outcomes in our dynamic, growth-oriented environment.