Escalation Technician

Homefield IT; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Homefield IT is looking for an experienced Escalation Technician to join our team in New York City. This critical position entails addressing high-level IT escalations and ensuring efficient end-user support across our client network. Candidates should have at least three years of experience in Windows Server administration and a strong customer service ethos.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate reliability, excellent communication skills, and the flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends. Join us to be a part of our innovative IT solutions!

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in Windows Server administration.
• Previous experience in a Managed Service Provider (MSP) environment.
• Demonstrated reliability and accountability in work.

Responsibilities

• Handle escalated requests via telephone and email.
• Document end user identification and nature of issues.
• Perform remote fixes and installations at the desktop level.

Skills

Windows Server administration

Networking (TCP/IP, switches, VPN, DNS, DHCP, VLANs)

Customer service orientation

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility to work irregular hours

Tools

ConnectWise Automate and Control

Anti-Virus and malware protection solutions

Job description

Homefield IT provides exceptional enterprise-grade technology solutions to businesses of all sizes that take IT seriously. Through the strategic alignment of business objectives and technology – we help organizations achieve tangible success and growth at the speed of change. Our custom solutions are designed to help companies thrive in today’s competitive landscape while preparing them to dominate tomorrow. When efficiency and productivity meet premier IT support and world-class customer service – your firm gets its Homefield advantage.

Job Description

The Escalation Technician role with Homefield IT is one of the lead technical members of the team, responsible for taking on high level escalations and tickets. The Service Team here is responsible for the day-to-day end user support for all our clients. This includes (but is not limited to) support of client hardware, line of business applications, network health, and business continuity. Our main goal is to provide best-in‑class customer service to our clients. As the Escalation technician, you will have crucial involvement in these overall responsibilities of the Service team.

• Field incoming escalated requests from end users via both telephone and e‑mail in a courteous manner.
• Document in our ticketing system all pertinent end user identification information, including name, department, contact information, and nature of problem or issue.
• Prioritize and schedule problems.
• Record, track, and document the help desk request problem‑solving process, including all successful and unsuccessful decisions made, and actions taken, through to final resolution within our ticketing system and where appropriate our knowledgebase system.
• Identify and learn appropriate software and hardware used and supported by the organization.
• Perform remote fixes at the desktop level, including installing and upgrading software, implementing file backups, and configuring systems and applications.
• Perform post‑resolution follow‑ups to help requests.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in Windows Server administration such as Active Directory, and Remote Desktop Services
• Experience with networking including switches, wireless networks, VPN, DNS, DHCP, VLANs
• Must have previous MSP experience
• Focus on customer service – We are passionate about going above and beyond to provide our customers with excellent service. We expect you to be of the same mindset.
• Demonstrated history of job stability – We invest a lot in our employees. We are looking for candidates who want a career, not a short‑term gig.
• Accountability – You are reliable and take responsibility for the tasks assigned to you.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, nights, and weekends – On occasion, we do require work outside of our standard business hours to accommodate client needs

Experience/Skills Required

• TCP/IP networking stack, switches, routers and firewalls
• Peripheral devices, including network printers, scanners, etc.
• Anti‑Virus and malware protection solutions
• Cloud computing infrastructure
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to assume responsibility and ownership for work performed
• Complete command of English language both written and conversational

Experience/Skills Preferred

• ConnectWise Automate and Control

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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