Support Services Technician

Dairy Farmers of America; Kansas City (KS); Remote; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a first-level technical support specialist to assist users with computer software and hardware from home after a 6–8 week in-office training period.

You will troubleshoot Windows and Apple devices, respond via phone, chat, and email, document issues in the ticketing system, and escalate complex problems to senior staff as needed. Strong English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in MS Windows environment handling calls on break/fix support.
• Experience using and troubleshooting MS Office (O365) products.
• Experience using ticketing systems, ServiceNow preferred.
• Experience managing and troubleshooting Windows 10 workstations.
• Certification and/or License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work remotely performing troubleshooting, repairs, and deployment of Windows and Apple products
• Work daily with internal customers via phone, chat, email, and occasional walk by
• Accurately record all work and troubleshooting in tickets
• Maintain positive, professional attitude at all times
• Perform troubleshooting on mobile devices, iPhone/iPad and Android.
• Perform troubleshooting on Network Printer and Multifunctional Devices
• Work daily with Active Directory with knowledge on resetting passwords and assigning users and computers to groups
• Perform troubleshooting on remote VPN connectivity
• Perform troubleshooting on network drive access

Skills

Windows OS

Active Directory

Troubleshooting

Communication

Documentation

Remote support

Office 365

Ticketing systems

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ServiceNow

MS Office 365

Job description

Provide first-level technical support of computer software and hardware products and services. Respond to and diagnose problems through discussions with users. This includes problem recognition, research, isolation, and resolution steps. Resolve basic to moderately complex problems while referring more complex problems to senior level technicians. Assist users inquiring how to use specific software, electronic mail, or operating systems. Use existing processes and tools (e.g., problem management database and help desk systems) to proactively support office staff and equipment. This position is a remote position. The analyst will be working from home after the initial training period of 6-8 weeks in the office.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work remotely performing troubleshooting, repairs, and deployment of Windows and Apple products
• Work daily with internal customers via phone, chat, email, and occasional walk by
• Accurately record all work and troubleshooting in tickets
• Maintain positive, professional attitude at all times
• Perform troubleshooting on mobile devices, iPhone/iPad and Android.
• Perform troubleshooting on Network Printer and Multifunctional Devices
• Work daily with Active Directory with knowledge on resetting passwords and assigning users and computers to groups.
• Perform troubleshooting on remote VPN connectivity
• Perform troubleshooting on network drive access
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Education and Experience

• Associate degree in related field of study preferred
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in MS Windows environment handling calls on break/fix support
• Experience using and troubleshooting MS Office (O365) products
• Experience using ticketing systems, ServiceNow preferred
• Experience managing and troubleshooting Windows 10 workstations
• Certification and/or License preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Able to communicate and translate complex technical topics into easy-to-understand concepts
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to clearly document technical processes
• Able to proficiently manage and troubleshoot Microsoft desktop operating systems
• Able to ask directed and logical questions to determine problem causation and follow documented processes to a successful resolution
• Working knowledge of Active Directory Users and Comp
• Working knowledge of Apple products including iPhone, iPad and Mac Computers
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

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