IT User Support Specialist I

cuisinesolutionsandegs; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cuisine Solutions and EGS in Texas is seeking an IT User Support Specialist I to provide first-level technical assistance to staff, diagnose basic issues, and document incidents. You will work within IT, respond to inquiries via phone, email, and chat, and escalate more complex problems as needed.

The role requires strong communication, a customer-focused mindset, and willingness to learn; travel to satellite offices is expected; shift is 9am-5pm, and on-call duties include nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Two years help desk experience required.
• Microsoft 365 (Azure, Intune, Teams) experience is a plus.
• IT certification, or some college is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a customer-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Respond to staff inquiries via phone, email, and chat, providing first-level technical support.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose basic software and hardware issues, guiding users through step-by-step solutions.
• Escalate complex issues to higher-level support teams when necessary.
• Maintain detailed records of staff interactions, incidents, and resolutions using ticketing system.
• Stay up to date on the latest technology and product offerings to provide knowledgeable support.
• Collaborate with team members to continuously improve support processes and enhance staff satisfaction.
• Setting up and configuring new devices, software, and user accounts.
• Assist with basic training for users on company-supported software and applications.
• Track and manage hardware inventory.
• Maintain and update internal IT documentation

Skills

Customer-focused mindset

Help desk experience

Microsoft 365

Verbal & written communication

Troubleshooting basics

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

On-call availability

Education

Two years help desk experience

Tools

Microsoft 365 Suite

Job description

TITLE: IT User Support Specialist I

POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Information Technology

POSITION REPORT TO: IT Support Assistant Manager

SUMMARY: The User Support Specialist provides technical support to staff throughout the organization. This role includes responding to inquiries, diagnosing and resolving fundamental technical issues, and escalating more complex problems to advanced support teams. The ideal candidate will possess a customer-focused mindset, excellent communication skills, and a strong foundation in IT systems and software, along with at least two years of experience in a helpdesk or support role.

SHIFT HOURS: 9am-5pm

Education/Experience

• Two years help desk experience required
• Microsoft 365 (Azure, Intune, Teams) experience is a plus
• IT certification, or some college is plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a customer-focused mindset.
• Basic understanding of computer systems, networks, and common software applications.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and stay current with technology trends and products.
• Able to travel to all satellite office locations.
• On-Call-Duty Rotation that includes nights and weekends

Job Responsibilities

• Respond to staff inquiries via phone, email, and chat, providing first-level technical support.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose basic software and hardware issues, guiding users through step-by-step solutions.
• Escalate complex issues to higher-level support teams when necessary.
• Maintain detailed records of staff interactions, incidents, and resolutions using ticketing system.
• Stay up to date on the latest technology and product offerings to provide knowledgeable support.
• Collaborate with team members to continuously improve support processes and enhance staff satisfaction.
• Setting up and configuring new devices, software, and user accounts.
• Assist with basic training for users on company-supported software and applications.
• Track and manage hardware inventory.
• Maintain and update internal IT documentation