Remote IT Support Trainee

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 167,000 - 257,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote training program

Performance-based reviews

Work from anywhere in South Africa

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking motivated individuals for a fully remote IT Support Trainee role. You will provide first-level technical assistance to users, diagnose hardware and software issues, and guide users through solutions from a remote location.

The program includes comprehensive remote training and ongoing development, with a competitive starting salary and performance-based reviews. The role is ideal for candidates across South Africa who want to begin a career in IT support, network

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; IT education or certifications are a plus.
• Strong foundational knowledge of computers, operating systems (Windows/macOS), and common software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• A dedicated home workspace with reliable high-speed internet.
• Self-motivation and the ability to manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Passion for technology and a willingness to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt and efficient technical support to end-users via phone, email, and chat.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues for remote employees.
• Guide users through step-by-step solutions for common technical problems.
• Escalate complex issues to senior IT staff when necessary.
• Maintain detailed records of support requests and resolutions in the ticketing system.
• Assist in setup and configuration of new user accounts and equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Time management

Education

High school diploma

IT education or certifications a plus

Tools

Ticketing system

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing technology firm with a global presence, is seeking motivated and tech-savvy individuals for a fully Remote IT Support Trainee position. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about technology who want to kick-start their career in IT support. You will be responsible for providing first-level technical assistance to users across various platforms and software. Working remotely, you'll leverage communication and problem-solving skills to resolve technical issues efficiently. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain foundational knowledge in IT support, network troubleshooting, and customer service, contributing to the seamless operation of our client's distributed workforce. The training and support provided will be fully online, making this an ideal role for candidates across South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Provide prompt and efficient technical support to end-users via phone, email, and chat.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues for remote employees.
• Guide users through step-by-step solutions for common technical problems.
• Escalate complex issues to senior IT staff when necessary.
• Maintain detailed records of support requests and resolutions in the ticketing system.
• Assist in the setup and configuration of new user accounts and equipment.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent qualification; further IT education or certifications are a plus.
• Strong foundational knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems (Windows/macOS), and common software applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• A dedicated workspace with reliable high-speed internet connection.
• Self-motivated and able to manage time effectively in a remote work setting.
• Passion for technology and a willingness to learn and adapt quickly.

Benefits

• Comprehensive remote training program and ongoing professional development.
• Competitive starting salary with performance-based reviews.
• Opportunity to work from anywhere within South Africa .
• Exposure to a wide range of IT technologies and support challenges.
• Career advancement opportunities within the IT department.