Software Support Specialist

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.; Dublin (OH); Remote; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Tool/product discounts

Job summary

A leading global tools company is seeking a Software Support Specialist to join their remote team. The role involves answering calls, diagnosing software issues, and assisting customers with technical support. The ideal candidate will have advanced experience with Windows OS and SQL tools, as well as strong customer service skills. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and education reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Advanced experience with Windows 10/11 and PC hardware.
• Experience using SQL tools and comfort around databases.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to explain technical steps.
• Familiarity with remote access/sharing tools and fast learner of software apps.

Responsibilities

• Answer inbound calls from Franchisees and Customers.
• Diagnose and resolve issues over the phone.
• Test software prior to version updates.
• Test software ahead of new version updates and assist with platform transitions.

Skills

Windows operating systems

Customer service skills

SQL tools

Technical communication

Tools

SQL Management Studio

Remote PC tools

MongoDB

Flutter

Job description

Come build your career. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 48,000 diverse and high‑performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.

Software Support Specialist – Remote

Dublin, OH, United States

The Job:

As a Software Support Specialist, you’ll be part of our Tools & Outdoor team working as a remote employee. You’ll get to:

• Answer on average 24 inbound calls per day from Franchisees and Customers
• Work productively, efficiently, and effectively in a virtual, home office environment
• Utilize internal systems such as Windows OS and PC hardware / AS400 / Web / Customer Relationship Management / Intranet and Internet systems, as well as SQL and Mongo; familiarity with Flutter is a plus
• Diagnose and resolve issues over the phone; utilize shareware programs to direct‑connect remotely to a caller’s PC to assist with repairs and updates
• Test software in advance of new version updates
• Learn current and previous Point of Sale software (MBA) to assist Franchisees during platform transitions
• Service customers outside of normal business hours during rotating on‑call responsibilities (approximately 1 time per month)
• Administer accounts on Intranet sites providing users with access
• Handle complaint resolution competently by demonstrating the ability to openly listen, ask clarifying questions, relate empathetically, and respond in a professional way
• Quickly interpret customer, product, and shipment information and demonstrate strong customer service skills while on the phone

The Person:

You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have:

• Advanced experience working with Windows operating systems (Windows 10/11) and PC hardware and experience with Remote PC sharing/support tools; remote sharing and control required
• Experience with proprietary software or demonstrated ability to learn software applications quickly
• Experience using SQL tools/environments (ex: SQL Management Studio) and comfort working around databases (not as a developer, but as a support professional)
• Strong customer service skills (phone and written) and superior follow‑up habits
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain technical steps clearly and succinctly to non‑technical users
• Patience and professionalism when coaching Franchisees and Customers through troubleshooting steps multiple times when needed

The Details:

You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well‑being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

And More:

We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you’ll get to:

• Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths
• Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
• Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences
• Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.

We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech‑driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 58,000 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

Who We Are

We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state‑of‑the‑art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.

Benefits & Perks

You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

Learning & Development

Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state‑of‑the‑art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture

We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose‑Driven Company

You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

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