IT Support Specialist

Mid-America Real Estate Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid-America Real Estate Group is seeking an IT Support Specialist I to troubleshoot end-user issues, implement effective solutions, and optimize systems across departments. The role emphasizes reliable technical support and timely incident resolution.

The position is full-time in the Oakbrook Terrace and Chicago offices with remote work once a week after 90 days and regional travel to other offices. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of experience, proficiency with Microsoft 365, strong

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a technical support role.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and common helpdesk tools.
• Microsoft Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to end-user issues by phone, email, or in person.
• Provide excellent customer service and respond promptly to requests.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues.
• Document issues and resolutions in a ticketing system.
• Escalate complex issues to senior staff as needed.
• Track status of open tickets for timely resolution.
• Install, configure, and maintain hardware and software on devices.
• Assist with SOP development and ensure compliance.
• Provide training and support on new applications, hardware or software.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

As the IT Support Specialist I, you’ll be a vital part of our team, troubleshooting technical issues, implementing effective solutions, and optimizing systems to ensure smooth operations across departments. Your role is essential to maintaining the systems and processes that support the company’s ongoing success.

The position of IT Support Specialist I is responsible for providing technical support to end-users, troubleshooting user requests, and resolving hardware, software, and network related issues. The person in this role is expected to have excellent communication skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Attention to detail will be a skill necessary to be successful in this role.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Respond and resolve technical issues of end-users by phone, email, or in-person.
• Provide excellent customer service to users by understanding their needs and responding promptly to their requests.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network-related issues.
• Document all reported issues and resolutions into a ticketing system.
• Escalate complex issues to senior technical staff or management, as necessary.
• Track and monitor the status of all open tickets to ensure timely resolution and client satisfaction.
• Install, configure, and maintain hardware and software on end-user and company-owned devices.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs); compliance with these SOPs is crucial to success in this role.
• Provide training and support to end-users on new applications, hardware or software as needed.

Requirements:

• At least 1-2 years of experience in a technical support role
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Technical proficiency in common software and hardware technologies; proficiency in Microsoft365 is required.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to work well in a team environment.
• Microsoft Certification (preferred)

Remote Work

This position is full-time in the office at both our Oakbrook Terrace and Chicago office with remote work once a week after 90 days and requires regular regional travel to other offices. Some after-hours work may be required in emergency situations.

Salary:

$50,000 to $70,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.