Technical Customer Support Specialist

Position Summary

The Technical Customer Support Specialist provides technical assistance and answers to user’s questions, resolving tickets, and assisting users by troubleshooting problems with computer hardware or software. The schedule for this position is 11 pm – 8 am PDT, Sunday - Friday.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports tickets via phone or email queue.
• Identifies, investigates, troubleshoots, and resolves customer problems with computer software and hardware.
• Fields support calls, chat, email, and/or other communication from users with inquiries regarding software and other technical concerns.
• Consults with users to determine steps and procedures taken to identify and resolve the problem.
• Applies knowledge of computer software, hardware, and procedures to solve problems.
• Guides users through diagnostic and troubleshooting processes, which includes use of diagnostic tools, software, third party software, and/or following verbal instructions.
• Collaborates with other team members to research and resolve problems.
• Collaborates with other departments to explain errors and/or recommend modifications in software.
• Commitment to helping the Support Team achieve its goals.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. English required.
• Must use moderate customer service skills and willingness to go the extra mile when helping customers.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to explain technical issues to technical and nontechnical employees and customers.
• Work independently and as part of a team in a customer-driven, fast-paced environment where each member of the team is required to maintain department expectations as it relates to customer satisfaction and response time.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize assignments provided by Team Lead and Manager.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn an array of computer hardware and software.