1st Line Support Technician (Remote)

DataFin; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based IT services company is seeking a 1st Line Support Technician to join their remote support team. The ideal candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills, experience in managing diverse client networks, and proficiency in server operating systems and network architecture. You will handle first line call handling, troubleshoot issues, and ensure customer satisfaction. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and engage directly with clients.

Qualifications

• Basic Microsoft Exchange admin skills.
• Working knowledge of Windows desktop operating system.
• Experience in an MSP environment.
• Knowledge of server OS and network architecture.
• Experience with Microsoft Server 2012 Onwards and Active Directory.

Responsibilities

• First line call handling, ticket logging, and remote support.
• Manage and monitor call queues, ensuring adherence to SLAs.
• Troubleshoot issues with client workstations and network infrastructure.

Skills

Proactive problem-solving skills

Customer service skills

Analytical skills

Tools

Microsoft Exchange

Windows desktop OS

Microsoft Office 365

Azure Active Directory

Hyper-V

Job description

ENVIRONMENT:

A UK-based IT services provider is looking for a 1st Line Support Technician to join their remote support team. The candidate should possess proactive problem-solving skills and a substantial understanding of business network technologies. Demonstrating independent troubleshooting abilities and showcasing experience in autonomously handling diverse client networks is essential. Proficiency in server operating systems and expertise in network architecture, including DNS, DHCP, and TCP/IP, is a key requirement for the role.

DUTIES:

• First line call handling, ticket logging, remote support and escalation of helpdesk tickets.
• Manage and monitor call queues ensuring adherence to SLA’s.
• Ensure that customers are updated regularly on the status of their issues.
• Effectively assign tickets to the relevant team based on priority, category & SLA.
• Troubleshoot issues with client workstations, servers & network infrastructure.
• Identify reoccurring incidents.
• Work with third party vendors to troubleshoot hardware and software faults.
• Ensure all documentation is clear, concise, and updated in the helpdesk system.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Basic Microsoft Exchange admin skills.
• Working knowledge of Windows desktop operating system.
• Experience in an MSP environment.
• Knowledge of server operating system and network architecture (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP).
• Microsoft Office 365, Azure Active Directory, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online and AD Connect.
• Microsoft Server 2012 Onwards, Active Directory, Exchange 2013 Onwards and Hyper-V.

ATTRIBUTES:

• You should be able to work under pressure and multitask.
• You should possess excellent customer service and communication skills as well as having a logical and methodical approach to troubleshooting.
• You should have a good telephone manner, good analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to learn quickly and apply knowledge.
• You should enjoy working with customers and take pleasure & pride in resolving their issues.