Field Services Specialist

Jolera; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

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Job summary

Jolera in Ottawa, Ontario, is seeking an experienced Technical Support/Field Services professional to deliver remote and on-site IT support for MSP clients. You will handle service tickets, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with onsite technicians across various client locations in the city, with travel up to 30-40% as required.

The role requires 3–5 years in technical support, relevant certifications, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in a Technical Support role.
• Hands-on troubleshooting across OS, malware, antivirus, and software installs.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook-Exchange environments.
• Basic server knowledge including Exchange Server, Hyper-V, VMware vSphere, Citrix Xenserver.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational skills, and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Provide split support to Service Delivery (80%) and Field Services (20%).
• Respond to service requests via telephone and email per SLA.
• Perform on-site support and remote troubleshooting as needed.
• On-site problem determination, troubleshooting, and ticket ownership throughout incidents.
• Coordinate tickets with Jolera onsite technicians and internal resources.

Job description

Who We Are

Welcome to Jolera. Jolera offers MSPs & IT solution providers next-generation managed services enabling them to create world-class experiences for their clients. We are dedicated to innovating the way organizations integrate IT with their business, providing organizations with live actionable insights to help them succeed. Our partners receive award-winning solutions built on over 20 years of experience servicing businesses worldwide.

We know that IT solutions require more than just technology - they need skilled people behind them. That is why we assembled a great team of experts to support our operations. Our people are focused, client driven and passionate about connecting users with technology.

Who You Are

In this role, you will be providing split support to the Service Delivery Team (80%) as well as the Field Services Team (20%). While supporting the Service Delivery Team, you will provide remote service assistance using various web-based remote support tools when necessary. While servicing the Field Services Team, you will be interacting with our clients and users at various locations across the city. At sometimes, travel will be required (up to 30 - 40%).

What You’ll Do

• Receive and respond to service requests for assistance via telephone and email in accordance with each client's Service Level Agreement (SLA).
• Responsible for the overall administration of the desktop, laptop, and peripherals at specific location.
• Process service tickets and assign to appropriate Jolera onsite technicians, or customer-specific internal service resources, as necessary.
• Conduct on-site problem determination and analysis where required.
• Maintain service ticket ownership throughout the life of the support incident.
• Escalate high profile issues to the Service Desk Manager for appropriate handling and routing.
• Actively monitor all customer systems and services and respond to device-down scenarios.
• Go on site to support customers or projects that can’t be performed remotely as well as routine maintenance.
• Develop knowledge of multiple systems and processes in order to troubleshoot problems.
• Perform server updates and reboots during customer-designated service windows.
• React to onsite outage scenarios as necessary or as assigned by the Service Desk Manager/Field Services Manager
• Monitor, record and troubleshoot customer backup status if necessary.
• Work rotating shifts as scheduled by the Service Desk Manager.
• Follow all other processes and quality standards as assigned by the Service Desk Manager.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in a Technical Support role.
• College diploma or equivalent.
• Current industry-relevant certifications (Microsoft, Cisco, VMware, Citrix, Red Hat, etc.) would be an asset.
• Hands on experience and ability to troubleshoot issues related to) Operating System, DLL, Antivirus, Malware, Spyware, Software Installs, Active Directory, Printers, Mobile Device activation, etc.
• Strong knowledge of common client-side productivity application suites (Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook-Exchange environments, Adobe Acrobat, etc.)
• Basic working knowledge of server-side applications and technologies, including (but not limited to) Exchange Server, WSUS, Hyper-V, VMware vSphere, Citrix Xenserver, etc.
• Basic working knowledge of pro-consumer computer hardware and software interaction (Application / OS threading, memory swapping, disk storage subsystems, etc.)
• Strong written and communication skills; strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Physically capable of lifting and carrying packaged computers, monitors, and other equipment.
• Ability to assume responsibility for multiple concurrent issues, applying appropriate prioritization.

Assets

• Hands-on Experience with print publishing software.
• Basic working knowledge of Linux and Unix.
• Full driver’s license, access to a vehicle and/or public transportation.
• French an asset

What We Offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package that appreciates your worth.
• Perks that make every day a bit more special.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development that will push your career to new heights.
• Join Jolera and be part of a team that values creativity, drive, and a bit of quirkiness, all while delivering serious results.

At Jolera, we are committed to creating a diverse, equal and inclusive. Our goal is to attract and retain the best talent while embracing diversity in all its forms. We value and respect differences in ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.