Service Desk Agent I

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Weaverville (NC); On-site; USD 24,452 - 43,050; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Healthcare benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Education assistance

Job summary

A technology services company in Weaverville is seeking a Service Desk Agent I to provide Tier I and II tech support through phone and email. Responsibilities include resolving network issues, creating service tickets, and assisting customers with their needs. Candidates should possess excellent troubleshooting skills, a strong customer service orientation, and a degree or relevant experience in IT. The role offers a salary range of $17.75/hr to $31.25/hr, with flexible shift availability.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be U.S. Citizens or have legal status in the U.S.
• Must pass federal background investigation.
• One or more years of information technology experience.

Responsibilities

• Analysis and resolution of network problems.
• Creating service desk tickets.
• Providing technical support via phone or email.

Skills

Excellent troubleshooting skills

Exceptional customer service

Technical experience with network hardware

Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook

Experience in application support

Education

Associate degree in information technology or related field

Job description

Service Desk Agent I

Location: US-NC-Weaverville

ID: 2026-4039

Position Type: Full-Time

Remote: No

Clearance Required: Public Trust (Tier 2)

Overview

Now Hiring at AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Epsilon, Inc. has joined AMERICAN SYSTEMS! As one organization, we offer expanded resources, streamlined operations, and increased opportunities for growth and development.

Join us to be part of a dynamic, collaborative environment dedicated to innovation and customer success.

Responsibilities

An average day: As Service Desk Agent I, you will perform Tier I and Tier II information technology related help desk duties through phone and email support. You will provide support for members of USPTO in carrying out the agency's mission, including working on proprietary software and systems. Additionally, in this position you will:

• Analyze and resolve network hardware, software, and communications problems using diagnostic software and/or technical troubleshooting processes.
• Create service desk tickets utilizing ticketing software and ensure proper ticket escalation and resolution.
• Maintain and troubleshoot business line applications which could include remote installation or redeployment of software.
• Install and maintain the following products, as directed: Cisco AnyConnect, Cisco WebEx, Microsoft including Office, Bit Locker, etc.
• Provide technical support over the phone and/or via email.
• Implement solutions based on client needs, such as ensuring that all hardware and software works properly and is installed or deleted as needed.
• Troubleshoot client computer equipment, ensuring it runs correctly, and recover any lost or accidentally deleted data when/if possible.
• Meet customer needs and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Use standard operational procedure documentation to assist customers. Work with team members to establish and maintain documentation.
• Escalate process and policy issues as needed.

Qualifications

• As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be either a U.S. Citizen or have official legal status in the United States and must have continually resided in the United States for the last two years. In accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C), we will not consider candidates for this position who do not meet the aforementioned conditions.
• Must be able to pass federal background investigation and obtain a Public Trust.
• Associate degree or higher in information technology or related field; or high school diploma and relevant information technology certification(s)/training/years of experience in place of degree.
• One (1) or more years of information technology experience.
• Flexible shift availability. The hours of operation will be Monday to Friday - 7:30AM - 7:00PM; Saturday: 7:30AM - 4:00PM; Shifts will likely be scheduled eight (8) hours a day, five (5) days a week.
• Technical experience with current network hardware, protocols, and standards.
• Application support experience.
• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, database management.
• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with end users in a pleasant and helpful manner in high stress situations.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and accuracy, and the ability to effectively troubleshoot and prioritize meeting multiple deadlines/priorities.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $17.75/hr - USD $31.25/hr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status