IT Support Engineer – Service Desk / MSP Help Desk (Tier 1–2)

Job Description

Join our team as a Technical Support Agent in a highly supportive and collaborative environment. We are seeking a motivated professional who brings strong customer service skills and a commitment to delivering an exceptional support experience.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical assistance to external clients across a variety of computer applications and platforms, ensuring issues are handled efficiently and professionally while maintaining a high standard of service quality.

Job Responsibilities

  • Provide prompt and effective technical assistance via phone or email, ensuring customer service excellence and managing expectations.
  • Log and manage all customer-reported issues in our ticketing system.
  • Monitor and respond to customer inquiries, lead communication efforts, and ensure timely status updates and issue resolution.
  • Diagnose and resolve technical issues remotely, utilizing available resources for research.
  • Advise users on best practices and appropriate actions.
  • Follow up with customers to ensure complete resolution of issues.
  • Redirect or escalate problems to the appropriate internal or external resource.
  • Identify and escalate situations that require urgent attention.
  • Create and update client support documentation, knowledge base articles, and problem resolution records.
Job Qualifications
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to provide excellent customer support.
  • Proven customer service experience with a strong understanding of support best practices and a customer-first mindset.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve IT-related issues efficiently, with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a fast-paced team environment, demonstrating ownership and accountability for assigned work.
  • Experience using help desk or ticketing systems.
  • Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
  • Positive attitude with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and work well with customers and team members in dynamic environments.
  • Working knowledge of Windows operating systems and macOS environments.
  • Experience supporting Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft 365 (Office 365), and Google Workspace (G Suite).
  • Familiarity with VoIP systems and related technologies.
  • Basic desktop and end-user troubleshooting experience, including printers, scanners, and peripheral devices.
  • Understanding of computer networking, Wi-Fi connectivity, and network-attached devices.
  • Experience with HaloPSA, NinjaOne RMM, IT Glue, or Hudu is a plus.
  • Experience supporting WatchGuard and SonicWALL firewalls is preferred.
  • Familiarity with Ubiquiti switches and wireless access points is a plus.
  • Experience with VoIP platforms such as 3CX, FreePBX, FusionPBX, Asterisk, or Freeswitch is highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity and IT management tools such as Huntress EDR, AutoElevate, Veeam, Proofpoint, and Exclaimer is a plus.
  • Industry certifications such as Network+, Security+, Server+, CCNA, MCSA, or MCSE combined with relevant experience are highly valued.
Compensation Competitive pay with opportunities to earn up to $24/hour based on experience and location.

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance Plan
  • Dental & Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Paid Time Off (starts at 15 days per year)
  • Maternity/Paternity Leave
  • Paid US Holiday
  • Retirement Plan
  • Salary Advancement/Loan
  • Health & Wellness Program
  • Company-paid training and certification
  • Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee-paid)
  • Supplemental Health Plans (Employee-paid)
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