Technical Support Analyst

The Jupiter Group, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A chemical manufacturing company in Houston is seeking a User Support Analyst to support its computing infrastructure. The role requires at least 5 years of experience in on-site computer support, strong customer service skills, and a technical background. Responsibilities include software maintenance, troubleshooting, and providing excellent service to internal staff. This full-time position offers the chance to work in a dynamic IT environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in on-site computer support.
• Strong background in computer repair and support.
• Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service during IT support.
• Install, configure, and maintain software on computers.
• Assume ownership of service requests and ensure timely handling.

Skills

Customer service

Software installation and maintenance

Technical problem solving

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Education

B.A./B.S. in Computer Science

Job description

The User Support Analyst’s role is to support the operation of the organization’s computing infrastructure, acting as an initial contact supporting our internal staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide excellent customer service to IT’s customers by assisting them during the support process.
• Install, configure, and maintain software on desktop and notebook computers and peripherals.
• Make recommendations to his or her supervisor for improving customer service operations.
• Use the systems and devices provided, in order to turn around service issues as efficiently as possible.
• Provide second-level support for all computing issues, with a goal of meeting metrics aligned with IT Customer Services’ goals.
• Assume ownership of IT’s customers’ service requests assigned to him or her, and will assure that service requests are handed off to higher tiers of support, if needed, in an organized fashion.
• Provide high-quality and timely communications to IT’s customers during the service process, using frequent verbal and written communications. Actions taken on a service request will be logged into the IT work order.
• Maintain and project a professional attitude toward IT’s customers at all times and in all circumstances.
• Diligent and tenacious in assuring that all service requests are handled in a timely manner, to the satisfaction of IT’s customers.
• Provide alternatives when necessary in order to meet IT's customer’s business requirements.
• Provide support to the IT Service Desk and other IT personnel as needed.
• Advise the User Support Manager on technical issues and make recommendations on technology within his or her area of expertise.
• Perform the primary thinking encompassed by this job description.
• Comply with all Company policies and procedures.
• Fully supports Company goals of continuous improvement and operational excellence at strategic and tactical levels including reviewing area of responsibility for improvement opportunities to initiate projects or communicate ideas to management as well as active participation on project teams.
• Any additional responsibilities or tasks as necessary.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• B.A./B.S. in Computer Science or other technical field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in on-site computer support.
• Familiar with broad range of computer operating problems and solutions.
• Strong background in computer repair and support.
• Excellent customer-service and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Helpful and patient attitude.
• Energetic and positive attitude.
• Customer-focused.
• Self-starter, yet willing and able to take and execute direction when needed.
• Seeks to expand knowledge and grow in position.
• Works well in a team environment.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Chemical Manufacturing