Remote Customer Technical Support

ADT; Boise (ID); Remote; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

ADT is hiring for a Customer Technical Support role based in Boise, Idaho. The role involves assisting residential and small business customers with alarm system questions, troubleshooting, and guiding them through step-by-step solutions over the phone.

The position is remote, with a strong emphasis on empathy and effective communication. Qualifications include a high school diploma and solid organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong communication, both verbal and written.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and follow guided workflows.
• Experience in customer service is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Handle inbound customer calls for alarm system and home automation issues.
• Guide customers through troubleshooting steps to resolve issues over the phone.
• Schedule onsite technician visits when needed after presenting Virtual Service options.
• Maintain consistent attendance and professional customer interactions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Typing speed 35 wpm

Empathy and customer care

Multitasking

Problem solving

Customer de-escalation

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Overview

ADT has been in the business of helping save lives since 1874. As the #1 smart home security provider in the U.S., we help protect and connect families, businesses and larger commercial customer every day. Our continuous innovation, advanced technology and strategic partnerships deliver products and services that help protect life and valuables, whether at home, your business or on the go. And as times change, so do we. Above all, our mission is clear: we help save lives for a living. Looking for a career where you can make a real impact? Join our team today and put purpose behind your paycheck. #WeAreADT

Company Overview

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ADT has been in the business of helping save lives since 1874. As the #1 smart home security provider in the U.S., we help protect and connect families, businesses and larger commercial customer every day. Our continuous innovation, advanced technology and strategic partnerships deliver products and services that help protect life and valuables, whether at home, your business or on the go. And as times change, so do we. Above all, our mission is clear: we help save lives for a living. Looking for a career where you can make a real impact? Join our team today and put purpose behind your paycheck. #WeAreADT

Check out more about life at ADT here.

Position Summary

Are you a problem-solver? ADT is looking for qualified candidates that possess the ability to self-manage and work independently in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment. You should be able to multitask across multiple systems and applications, are comfortable navigating a technical environment with the ability to follow guided troubleshooting steps, such as troubleshooting software and hardware. We're searching for someone that is open to input, dependable, and has a distraction-free workspace. You should have a passion for customer service and ownership of the customer experience, including issue resolution. You're not only here to solve technical problems but also to de-escalate situations with customers by providing patient assistance and support. ADT is committed to hiring team members who are passionate about providing exceptional customer service – people who understand the importance of customer satisfaction and what it means to their career development. As a company that is well-positioned to continue meeting and exceeding our customers’ evolving needs. ADT also takes pride in upholding a rewarding work experience for all of our team members. The Customer Technical Support Team is responsible for all residential and small business inbound phone calls, which consists of assisting customers with alarm system questions, finding solutions for technical issues, walking the customer through troubleshooting steps, and other technical assistance.

Responsibilities

• You will work in a dynamic, collaborative environment, working closely with customers and coworkers.
• Able to self-manage and work independently in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
• Able to multitask across multiple systems and applications
• Receive customer inbound phone calls for various alarm system and home automation issues providing technical assistance and customer education
• Troubleshoot the customer’s technical issues by using our guided workflows which walk you and the customer step by step through various resolutions with the goal of solving the customers issue while on the phone
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance
• Duties also include presenting our Virtual Service Call process that saves the customer both time and money if the problem can’t be solved on the call.
• Assisting customers with scheduling an onsite Technician visit if required, after positively positioning Virtual and self-serve options.
• Strong emphasis on providing excellent customer interactions and experiences by using empathy, soft skills, and connecting with the customer
• WFH position must have private work area that is quiet and free of distractions and meets company standards with adequate internet bandwidth to perform the role
• Passion for customer service and ownership of the customer experience, including comprehensive issue resolution
• Being fluid with changes and receptive to feedback towards ongoing performance improvements and technological enhancements

What’s in it for you?

• You play an important role in saving lives for a living
• ADT will provide all necessary equipment and resources to allow you to be successful in your roles, which includes paid on-the-job training
• ADT provides great, highly competitive pay, paid time off, pet insurance, and other compensation perks (401k + matching, comprehensive medical benefits, etc.). We also offer tuition reimbursement for academic pursuits, adoption assistance, volunteer opportunities, childcare and eldercare resources, and much more.
• ADT offers a shift-differential policy that provides employees with supplemental pay on top of their hourly rate during times of higher-than-average customer call volume and when working less-desirable shifts.
• Pathway to promotion. ADT provides the opportunities and skills needed to learn and train so you can explore exciting opportunities across the ADT family that will continue to challenge and empower you.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Troubleshooting skills
• Strong Organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Reliable and Dependable
• Ability to empathize and connect with the customer
• Ability to multitask with ease, effectively prioritize tasks and be a self-starter
• Demonstrated proficient problem solving & customer de-escalation skills

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of customer service experience required.
• Technical experience is a plus but not required

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Able to type at least 35 wpm.
• Intermediate knowledge of computer applications.
• Strong organizational skills.

Pay and Benefits Disclosure

The starting hourly rate for this position is $17.00 per hour and will reach $20.00 per hour after 180 days of employment. (You will receive incremental increases of .50 every 30 days until the rate of $20.00 is reached). We offer employees access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits and paid time off among others. Employees accrue up to 120 hours in their first year. Your accrual rate increases after your first year. We also offer 6 paid holidays.

The anticipated end date for application submission is 11/27/2026. The role is scheduled to start 01/18/2027.

In the event a position is commission-based, compensation is solely based on the individual’s sales volume. This applies only to commission roles.

Los Angeles Applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Philadelphia Applicants: Background checks will be conducted during the employment process. Any information will be reviewed through an individualized assessment in accordance with the Philadelphia Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance.

ADT is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. ADT strives to ensure every employee and applicant feels valued. Visit us at jobs.adt.com/diversity to learn more.