Technical Support Specialist

Brookfield; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookfield’s Technology Services organization in Chicago provides deskside and remote support to Brookfield end users, ensuring a high-quality user experience while logging, resolving and managing incidents and service requests. The Technical Support Specialist reports to the Team Lead, Deskside Support, and works closely with other TS teams to continuously improve service delivery.

Key responsibilities include owning incidents through resolution, installing and maintaining hardware/software,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant IT support experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent combination of education, certifications, and experience.
• Experience in the financial services industry is preferred; front-office support is a plus.
• Strong customer service and relationship management skills.
• Experience working with third-party service providers and ticketing systems (e.g., ServiceNow).
• Strong awareness and commitment to cybersecurity best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional deskside and remote support to Brookfield end users.
• Own IT support incidents and requests through to confirmed resolution.
• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot hardware, software, peripherals, AV equipment, and network connectivity.
• Deliver basic technical training and guidance to end users.
• Ensure all incidents, resolutions, and workarounds are documented in accordance with knowledge management standards.
• Represent Brookfield Technology Services with professionalism in all interactions.
• Collaborate across TS teams to resolve complex or escalated issues efficiently.
• Participate in the testing and rollout of new desktop technologies and software.
• Assist and provide backup support to other deskside team members as needed.
• Support high-priority and complex technical issues, including escalations.

Skills

IT support

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

ServiceNow

Active Directory

Intune

Azure AD

Job description

Location

Chicago - 110 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2700

Technology Services

Technology Services (TS) is responsible for delivering all enterprise infrastructure, applications and related end user technology services across all Brookfield business groups.

Brookfield Culture

Brookfield has a unique and dynamic culture. We seek team members who have a long-term focus and whose values align with our Attributes of a Brookfield Leader: Entrepreneurial, Collaborative and Disciplined. Brookfield is committed to the development of our people through challenging work assignments and exposure to diverse businesses.

Job Description

The Technical Support Specialist serves as the face of Technology Services, providing first-line deskside and remote support to Brookfield end users. This role is key to ensuring a high-quality user experience and seamless support across the organization.

The Technical Support Specialist will report to the Team Lead, Deskside Support, and work closely with other TS teams to log, resolve, and manage incidents and service requests, while continuously looking for ways to improve service delivery.

Key Attributes of the Ideal Candidate

• Accountability – Takes ownership of issues, sees them through to resolution.
• Professionalism – Maintains composure and integrity in all user interactions.
• Detail-Oriented – Listens carefully, documents thoroughly, and follows up consistently.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional deskside and remote support to Brookfield end users.
• Own IT support incidents and requests through to confirmed resolution.
• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot hardware, software, peripherals, AV equipment, and network connectivity.
• Deliver basic technical training and guidance to end users.
• Ensure all incidents, resolutions, and workarounds are documented in accordance with knowledge management standards.
• Represent Brookfield Technology Services with professionalism in all interactions.
• Collaborate across TS teams to resolve complex or escalated issues efficiently.
• Participate in the testing and rollout of new desktop technologies and software.
• Assist and provide backup support to other deskside team members as needed.
• Support high-priority and complex technical issues, including escalations.

Technical Skills & Competencies

• ITIL framework and best practices
• Operating Systems: Windows 10/11 and macOS
• Applications: Microsoft Office 365, ServiceNow (SNOW)
• Systems & Tools: Active Directory, Microsoft Intune, Azure AD
• Networking: Remote access (MFA, Cisco VPN), TCP/IP, WAN
• Hardware: Desktops, laptops, iPads, iPhones, printers, Cisco video conferencing systems
• Server OS knowledge is an asset

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of relevant IT support experience
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent combination of education, certifications, and experience
• Experience in the financial services industry is preferred; front-office support is a plus
• Proven ability to install, configure, and support both Windows and Mac environments
• Strong customer service and relationship management skills
• Experience working with third-party service providers and ticketing systems (e.g., ServiceNow)
• Strong awareness and commitment to cybersecurity best practices

Salary Range

$75,000 - $85,000

Our compensation structure is comprised of a base salary and a short-term incentive program (cash bonus). Cash compensation tends to vary based on geography to account for local market conditions and is set to be market competitive. Compensation decisions are based on several factors including relative experience, overall years of experience, industry experience, education and designations.

Brookfield is committed to maintaining a Positive Work Environment that is safe and respectful; our shared success depends on it. We do not tolerate workplace discrimination, violence or harassment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit and business needs, without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicant information is collected and handled in accordance with our Applicant Privacy Notice.