Tier 1 Technical Support Specialist

Western Express; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

On-site gyms

Job summary

Western Express in Nashville, TN is seeking an entry-level IT Support specialist to join the Tier I team. You will handle first-line technical support for internal and external users, manage user accounts, and resolve connectivity issues across our network and devices.

The role emphasizes Windows environments, Microsoft 365, and a calm, professional approach under pressure, with a clear path to grow within the IT department through training and internal promotion.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 0 to 2 years of IT, help desk, or technical support experience (school, certs, home labs, and personal projects count).
• Comfort with Windows operating systems.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook (Microsoft 365).
• A calm, professional approach when helping people, especially under pressure.
• Strong desire to learn and grow technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-level technical support to internal and external users by phone and remote session.
• Support our internal phone system day to day.
• Set up user accounts and access across multiple internal systems.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues on our MPLS Wide Area Network (WAN).
• Set up and support iSeries printers.
• Provision and troubleshoot mobile phones for our team.
• Set up, configure, and troubleshoot laptops and desktops.
• Take remote control of user computers when needed to resolve issues.
• Document issues and escalate cases to the right team when needed.

Skills

Windows OS

Microsoft 365

Outlook

Calm under pressure

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ScreenConnect

Spiceworks

RingCentral

Active Directory

Microsoft 365

Job description

Western Express | Nashville, TN | Full-time

About the Role:

Looking to start or grow your career in IT? Our Tier I Technical Support team is the first line of support for the people who keep a 3,300+ truck fleet moving. You’ll get hands‑on experience across phones, networks, devices, and business systems, with a clear path to grow within our IT department. If you’re curious, coachable, and like solving problems, we want to talk to you.

Why Western Express:

• Competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, and paid holidays
• A state-of-the-art campus rebuilt in 2020, with three on-site gyms, guided fitness classes, and a cafeteria
• A fun, family-oriented culture
• A results-driven company that promotes from within and rewards hard work with real opportunity
• Ongoing training and support for continued learning and certifications
• Relocation assistance available

What You’ll Do:

• Provide first-level technical support to internal and external users by phone and remote session
• Support our internal phone system day to day
• Set up user accounts and access across multiple internal systems
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues on our MPLS Wide Area Network (WAN)
• Set up and support iSeries printers
• Provision and troubleshoot mobile phones for our team
• Set up, configure, and troubleshoot laptops and desktops
• Take remote control of user computers when needed to resolve issues
• Document issues and escape cases to the right team when needed

What You Bring:

• High school diploma or GED
• 0 to 2 years of experience in IT, help desk, or technical support (school, certifications, home labs, and personal projects count)
• Comfort working in Windows operating systems
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook (Microsoft 365)
• A calm, professional approach when helping people, especially under pressure
• A strong desire to learn and grow your technical skills

Nice to Have:

• Experience setting up and configuring laptops and desktops
• Familiarity with ScreenConnect, Spiceworks, RingCentral, Microsoft 365, or Active Directory
• CompTIA A+, Network+, or similar certifications (or working toward one)

Where This Can Lead:

Tier I is where you build your foundation. As you master our systems and processes, you’ll become eligible for promotion within the IT department into roles like Tier II support, systems administration, networking, and security. Many of our IT team members started right here.

Job Type: Full-time

Western Express, Inc. is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act or other similar state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Western. Please inform the company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or otherwise participate in the application process. I understand, where permissible under applicable federal, state, and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment drug test after receiving a conditioning offer of employment. Upon employment, employees may be required to have their picture taken. Due to the collaborative nature of the work environment, the spontaneous need for idea generation and execution, and the potential for expedited remediations, responses, or information gathering, in-person, in-office attendance is an essential function of this position.

Our Core Values:

• Be Driver Friendly
• Be Safe
• Think Big
• Do More with Less
• Have Fun
• Expect Excellence
• Stay Fit
• Take Care of Each Other
• Be Humble, Hungry, & Hardworking