Tech Support Specialist

Jobtome; Presque Isle (ME); Presencial; USD 33.000 - 59.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

UnitedHealth Group in Presque Isle, Maine, is seeking an IT Technical Support Specialist to document incidents, troubleshoot hardware and software, and uphold security requirements including HIPAA. You will provide training, assist in IT projects, and coordinate with vendors while maintaining accurate records and strong customer service.

The role emphasizes adherence to SLAs, proactive maintenance, and collaboration with on-site and higher-tier teams to resolve issues for internal users and

Formación

• High School Diploma/GED (or higher).
• 2+ years of technical support experience.
• 2+ years of experience with deployment, repair and maintenance of computer hardware (workstations, laptops, IP phones, smartphones, tablets, printers, copiers, scanners).
• 2+ years of experience with deployment, repair and maintenance of software (Microsoft Office Suite and Windows OS).
• Ability to lift 40 lbs., work in varying temperatures, navigate buildings, and travel.

Responsabilidades

• Document incidents and assist root cause analysis.
• Provide training or knowledge sharing for end-users.
• Participate in or lead IT projects like upgrades or rollouts.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and HIPAA.
• Monitor IT inventory and coordinate with vendors.
• Provide tier I and II support and maintain service records.

Conocimientos

Technical support

Hardware troubleshooting

Software troubleshooting

Customer service

Communication

Educación

High School Diploma/GED

Herramientas

Ticketing systems

Descripción del empleo

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Incident Documentation and Root Cause Analysis: Accurately document issues and resolutions in ticketing systems and assist in root cause analysis to prevent recurrence
• Training and Knowledge Sharing: Provide training or knowledge-sharing sessions for end-users on common issues, software use, or new technologies
• Project Support: Participate in or lead small IT projects such as system upgrades, application rollouts, or infrastructure changes
• Compliance and Security Adherence: Ensure all work complies with organizational security policies, data protection standards, and healthcare regulations (e.G., HIPAA)
• Inventory and Resource Management: Monitor and manage IT inventory, ensuring appropriate stock levels of spare hardware and replacement parts
• Collaboration with Vendors: Work closely with third-party vendors for advanced troubleshooting, warranty claims, or specialized support services
• Proactive Maintenance: Perform regular checks and maintenance on systems and devices to ensure optimal performance and prevent failures
• Service Level Agreements (SLAs): Ensure adherence to SLAs for response and resolution times, prioritizing tasks accordingly
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Act as a liaison between on-site teams and higher-tier IT teams to elevate and resolve complex issues effectively
• Provide customer service support to both internal users, external customers, and vendors on Prohealth Care's Network
• Install, deploy, troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and lifecycle hardware and software throughout the organization
• Maintains detailed and accurate records in workload management, asset management, and administrative applications
• Provides tier I and II support in all areas of the organizational service portfolio
• Provides excellent customer service to all levels of employees including customers, peers, and leadership
• Accurately follows documentation and checklists to ensure efficiency and consistency
• Participates and engages in team meetings, team building activities, and other opportunities to strengthen the department
• Communicates in a professional, positive and timely manner in person, on the phone, and via electronic means
• Uses routine troubleshooting methodologies that provide efficient, effective resolution and minimize impact to the customer
• Self-directed once assigned work and functions with considerable independence
• Shows an interest in learning more advanced aspects of the functional skills
• Actively maintains a level of self-study related to technology and customer service
• Able to communicate with the customer in non-technical terms so the users can understand

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
• 2+ years of technical support experience
• 2+ years of experience with the deployment, repair and maintenance of computer hardware such as workstations, laptops, IP phones, smartphones, tablets, printers, copiers, and scanners
• 2+ years of experience with the deployment, repair and maintenance of software such as the Microsoft Office Suite and Windows operating systems
• Ability to lift 40 lbs., work in an environment of varying temperatures, ability to navigate within buildings/units/floors, and travel throughout the service delivery area with a reliable mode of transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with general networking and customer/server concepts
• Adaptability, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities in a high-pressure, healthcare-focused environment

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $23.89 to $42.69 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes – an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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