Technical Support Specialist (Tier I) Helpdesk

SMB IT Solutions; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

SMB IT Solutions is seeking a Junior Help Desk Technician in Smyrna, GA to handle first-level support, communicate with clients, and escalate to senior staff when needed. The role emphasizes strong customer service, problem solving, and proficient use of ticketing and RMM tools.

You will work with the Microsoft 365 platform, MSP processes, and security practices while delivering an excellent client experience.

Qualifications

• Experience using a Ticketing system / RMM Tool and PSA software.
• Experience providing support via remote tools.
• Experience in handling Technical Service Tickets.
• Experience and knowledge of working with the Microsoft 365 Platform.
• Professional IT Certifications such as CompTia A+, Microsoft MCP, MCSA or MCSE, ITIL, ITSM, etc.
• Experience working either a Help desk or for a Managed Service Provider (MSP)/IT Support Business.
• A love of (and ability to) Solve Problems & Challenges.
• Great Communications skills, founded in being a good listener.
• An understanding of support tools, techniques and how technology is used to provide services.
• Strong understanding of operating systems, business applications, printing systems and network systems.
• Must be able to type quickly and accurately while talking on the phone.
• A deep desire to deliver an amazing Client Experience.
• Knowledge of IT Applications, Software & Hardware.
• IT literate - Advanced user level.

Responsibilities

• Providing a first point of contact for customers through our help desk via phone, email or ticket.
• Delight our Clients with a Friendly, Quick and Helpful Experience.
• Provide the Client with basic remote troubleshooting.
• Use our Ticketing System to work on and resolve Help desk Tickets & Service Requests.
• Managing and recording all work though our Ticketing System.
• Make sure that Client Documentation is well maintained.
• Split tickets that have several issues into their own individual ticket.
• Make sure that tickets aren’t "stale" throughout the process.
• Review RMM dashboard and apply remediation actions as indicated by our Processes.
• Review regularly scheduled/automated actions as indicated by our Processes.
• From time to time the projects team will need additional resources to help deliver projects either on site or remotely.
• Escalate tickets that require Senior Help desk Engineer support.
• Communicate to the client the status of their ticket every step of the way, notify them of any changes or outages related to their issue.
• Submit Time sheets & Expense reports as indicated on their SOPs.
• Identify, Communicate and Mitigate potential risks to the Service Desk Manager and Clients.
• Follow the schedule provided by the Service Desk Manager or Service Coordinator / Dispatcher.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for daily / weekly recurring tasks.
• Follow all our Security Procedures and Keeping a Vigilant Eye for Security Issues.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and make constructive suggestions for change.
• Contribute to the process of innovative change effectively.
• Undertake other duties as required by the Service Desk Manager or CTO.

Skills

Ticketing System

RMM Tool

PSA Software

Remote Support

Microsoft 365

IT Certifications

MSP Experience

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

IT Tools & Tech

Operating Systems

Network Systems

Typing Speed

Client Experience

IT Applications

Advanced IT Literacy

Driver's License

Fast-paced IT

Education

Associate degree

4-year degree

Tools

Ticketing System

RMM Tool

PSA Software

Job description

JOB TITLE: Junior Help Desk Technician

SALARY RANGE: $45,000 - $50,000 + Benefits

HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week

LEAVE ENTITLEMENT: 15 days per year

RESPONSIBLE TO: Service Delivery Coordinator

OVERVIEW The Junior Help Desk Technician handles the first level support requests that come in from our Clients. They are the first to touch a help desk ticket and make sure that the issue is handled quickly, and the Client is informed of what to expect every step of the way. When help is needed the Junior Help Desk Technician can get help from or elevate issues to other members in the Service Delivery Team.

RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS

Customer service

• Providing a first point of contact for customers through our help desk via phone, email or ticket
• Delight our Clients with a Friendly, Quick and Helpful Experience
• Provide the Client with basic remote troubleshooting

Use of our Ticketing System

• Use our Ticketing System to work on and resolve Help desk Tickets & Service Requests
• Managing and recording all work though our Ticketing System
• Make sure that Client Documentation is well maintained
• Split tickets that have several issues into their own individual ticket
• Make sure that tickets aren’t "stale" throughout the process

Use of our Monitoring & Management Tool

• Review RMM dashboard and apply remediation actions as indicated by our Processes
• Review regularly scheduled/automated actions as indicated by our Processes

Project Work

• From time to time the projects team will need additional resources to help deliver projects either on site or remotely. When opportunities arise the Junior / L1 Technician may be required to help with project delivery

Communication, Reporting & Risk

• Escalate tickets that require Senior Help desk Engineer support
• Communicate to the client the status of their ticket every step of the way, notify them of any changes or outages related to their issue
• Submit Time sheets & Expense reports as indicated on their SOPs
• Identify, Communicate and Mitigate potential risks to the Service Desk Manager and Clients

Teamwork

• Follow the schedule provided by the Service Desk Manager or Service Coordinator / Dispatcher
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for daily / weekly recurring tasks
• Follow all our Security Procedures and Keeping a Vigilant Eye for Security Issues
• Identify opportunities for improvement and make constructive suggestions for change
• Contribute to the process of innovative change effectively
• Undertake other duties as required by the Service Desk Manager or CTO

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Experience using a Ticketing system / RMM Tool and PSA software
• Experience providing support via remote tools
• Experience in handling Technical Service Tickets
• Experience and knowledge of working with the Microsoft 365 Platform
• Professional IT Certifications such as CompTia A+, Microsoft MCP, MCSA or MCSE, ITIL, ITSM, etc.
• Experience working either a Help desk or for a Managed Service Provider (MSP)/IT Support Business
• A love of (and ability to) Solve Problems & Challenges
• Great Communications skills, founded in being a good listener
• An understanding of support tools, techniques and how technology is used to provide services
• Strong understanding of operating systems, business applications, printing systems and network systems
• Must be able to type quickly and accurately while talking on the phone
• A deep desire to deliver an amazing Client Experience
• Knowledge of IT Applications, Software & Hardware
• Great Communications skills, founded in being a good listener
• IT literate - Advanced user level
• A deep desire to deliver an amazing Client Experience
• Driver's license
• The ability to keep up with & adapt to the fast-paced IT world

Required Education/Certification

• 4-year degree from an accredited institution

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this position the employee is regularly required to sit and talk and listen. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, and drive or ride in a motor vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Must have the ability to travel within the Atlanta Metro area, sometimes with short notice, and be able to provide after-hours support and weekend implementation as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

CAREER GROWTH For someone looking to progress their role, the Junior Help Desk Technician naturally leads into roles such as: the Senior Help desk Technician, Network Engineer, Account Manager, Virtual CIO, CTO or Service Delivery Manager.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Tier I: 1 year (Required)
• Windows: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person