Job description
Technical Support Specialist | Charleston Southern University | Charleston, SC
At our partner institution at Charleston Southern University
The Technical Support Specialist will handle incoming queries/help requests from students, faculty, staff and administration. The position reports to the User Services Lead. The position requires working closely with other IT department personnel to aid on tasks that are outside the scope of their knowledge or expertise. The Technical Support Specialist is responsible for providing support services to all users to gain full benefit from the institution’s investment in information technology and services. Support services include Network, Media, Help Desk, Training, Desktop, System Support, and software inventory management. Ability to create detailed notes of the problem the client(s) is experiencing, determine steps they can take to resolve the issue, and manage the flow of incoming support requests. The qualified person will assist with the day-to-day operation of the institution’s computer desktop, laptops, printers and other network peripherals. This position is located in Charleston, SC.
Typical Hours of operation, M-F, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Responsibilities:
- Provide desktop and audio-visual technical support with strong customer service skills
- Receive, respond and resolve Help Desk tickets
- Effectively troubleshoot and solve desktop hardware and software issues
- Support Help Desk, Desktop Technology, and Lab/Classroom Technology functional areas
- Follow best practices to ensure end user data is protected and recoverable
- Thoroughly understand multiple versions of the Windows desktop operating system, MAC OS, and patch and imaging technologies
- Assist with image maintenance and deployment as well as inventory through SCCM
- Help customers use both hardware and software products effectively
- In collaboration with the infrastructure team, troubleshoot and resolve basic network and Wi-Fi Issues.
- Complete, maintain, and process pertinent paperwork, records, and documentation
- Maintains historical records by documenting hardware and software changes and revisions.
- Maintains client confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
- Provide orientation overviews related to IT services or software/hardware
- Assist with rollout of new PCs, laptops, media, network equipment, etc., in accordance with applicable replacement schedules and associated licensing
Requirements:
- Associates degree in Computer Science, Information Technologies or related field, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training
- Prior experience in customer support services role
- Display strong end user orientation and customer support service skills
- Experience with Help Desk ticketing systems and customer service workflow
- Strong understanding of technical troubleshooting methodology
- Demonstrated experience working with a team to achieve goals
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed
- Orientation to detail and thorough documentation
- Demonstrated experience troubleshooting MAC devices and Windows PCs
- Demonstrated experience troubleshooting audio-visual equipment
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at a time, sometimes multiple times in a day (i.e., replacing/maintaining computers, monitors etc.)
- Must be able to crawl under desks and tight spaces as needed for troubleshooting equipment, cabling, projectors
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Microsoft Systems Management Systems a plus
Dynamic Campus is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
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