Technical Support Specialist (On Site)

Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403B retirement plan

MBTA pass discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program (BHCHP) is seeking a Technical Support Specialist to ensure staff have reliable access to technology and to support users across multiple BHCHP locations.

You will troubleshoot hardware and software, deploy equipment, and assist with network and email administration under supervision. Join a collaborative Help Desk team that values customer service, problem-solving, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience providing technical support in a multi-user, networked computer environment.
• Associate degree in a related field or a relevant technical certification preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and practical experience will also be considered.
• Hands‑on experience configuring and troubleshooting computer hardware and software.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to a wide range of end‑user hardware, software, connectivity, and operating system needs.
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems.
• Familiarity with current computer technology, IP networks, remote‑support tools, and common workplace applications.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to users with varying levels of technical experience; ability to manage competing priorities and work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing organizational needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, responsive technical support to staff by phone, remote desktop, and in person.
• Troubleshoot computer hardware, software, printing, mobile device, IP phone, and network connectivity issues; configure and prepare computers, mobile devices, and other technology for deployment; install operating systems, applications, software updates, and upgrades; install and connect computers, printers, peripherals, and other devices to the network.
• Review, prioritize, document, and resolve requests submitted through the support ticketing system (Zendesk).
• Coordinate the relocation of computers and related equipment between workspaces and BHCHP sites.
• Maintain and implement standardized hardware and software configurations; maintain accurate equipment and asset records in the asset‑tracking system.
• Assist with network and email account administration under the supervision of the Support Manager.
• Collaborate with other members of the Information Systems team to implement new technologies, systems, and solutions; help identify opportunities to improve the user experience and the delivery of technical support.
• Participate in an evening and weekend on-call rotation, generally one week every six to eight weeks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Technical support

Customer service

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Associate degree or relevant certification

Tools

Zendesk

Remote Desktop

Windows OS

Job description

Who We Are:

Since 1985, BHCHP’s mission has been to ensure unconditionally equitable and dignified access to the highest quality health care for all individuals and families experiencing homelessness in greater Boston. Over 10,000 homeless individuals are cared for by Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program each year. We are committed to ensuring that every one of these individuals has access to comprehensive health care, from preventative dental care to cancer treatment. Our clinicians, case managers, and behavioral health professionals work in more than 30 locations to serve some of our community’s most vulnerable—and most resilient—citizens.

From our earliest days as a program, we have always sought to do work that is transformational: recognizing our shared humanity; centering dignity, compassion, mutual respect and supporting the right of every individual to access the highest levels of health care and every staff member to reach their fullest potential. We continue to be committed to building bridges and breaking down barriers, including systemic racism which harms us all. We provide community-based health care services that are compassionate, dignified, and culturally appropriate, incorporating social determinants of health, with the goal of breaking down the physical and systemic barriers that our patients face.

Job Summary:

Hours: Full-Time, 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, evening and weekend on-call rotation as needed

Union: Yes

Union Name: 1199SEIU

Patient Facing: No

Join the Information Systems team at Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program (BHCHP) and use your technical skills to support a mission that matters. The Technical Support Specialist (TSS) helps ensure that BHCHP staff have reliable access to the technology they need to deliver high-quality care to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. In this hands‑on role, the TSS will troubleshoot technical issues, prepare and deploy equipment, support users remotely and in person, and help maintain technology across multiple BHCHP locations.

The TSS will be part of a collaborative Help Desk team that values excellent customer service, creative problem‑solving, and continuous learning. This is an excellent opportunity for a technology professional who enjoys helping others and wants their work to make a meaningful difference.

Responsibilities:

• Provide friendly, responsive technical support to staff by phone, remote desktop, and in person.


• Troubleshoot computer hardware, software, printing, mobile device, IP phone, and network connectivity issues; configure and prepare computers, mobile devices, and other technology for deployment; install operating systems, applications, software updates, and upgrades; install and connect computers, printers, peripherals, and other devices to the network.


• Review, prioritize, document, and resolve requests submitted through the support ticketing system (Zendesk).


• Coordinate the relocation of computers and related equipment between workspaces and BHCHP sites.


• Maintain and implement standardized hardware and software configurations; maintain accurate equipment and asset records in the asset‑tracking system.


• Assist with network and email account administration under the supervision of the Support Manager.


• Collaborate with other members of the Information Systems team to implement new technologies, systems, and solutions; help identify opportunities to improve the user experience and the delivery of technical support.


• Participate in an evening and weekend on-call rotation, generally one week every six to eight weeks.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience providing technical support in a multi-user, networked computer environment.


• Associate degree in a related field or a relevant technical certification preferred.


• An equivalent combination of education, training, and practical experience will also be considered.


• Hands‑on experience configuring and troubleshooting computer hardware and software.


• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.


• Ability to respond effectively to a wide range of end‑user hardware, software, connectivity, and operating system needs.


• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.


• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems.


• Familiarity with current computer technology, IP networks, remote‑support tools, and common workplace applications.


• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to users with varying levels of technical experience; ability to manage competing priorities and work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.


• Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing organizational needs.

Compensation and Benefits:

• The compensation ranges from $25.19 - $40.31 per hour and increases based on years of experience.


• BHCHP full time employees are eligible for our competitive time off program, health, dental and vision insurance, 403B retirement savings plan,pre-tax MBTA pass program with 40% discount, additional compensation for demonstrated bilingual proficiency and more.Benefits are prorated for part‑time employees.

As an equal opportunity employer, Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Covid-19 Vaccination: Proof of Covid-19 vaccination(s) is optional for employment. Candidates who are offered employment will be given details about how to demonstrate receipt of vaccination if they choose to.

Please Note: Employment at Boston Health Care for the Homeless is at‑will. Boston Health Care for the Homeless does not sponsor work authorization visas.