IT Technical Specialist

Backlight

IT Technical Specialist

Salary Not Specified

Backlight, Sparkbrook, Birmingham

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 2 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Full Job Description

To become a trusted advisor and technical problem-solver, proactively ensuring optimal IT system uptime and user productivity through exceptional support, collaboration, and continuous learning.

  • Trusted Advisor: Senior support specialists go beyond basic troubleshooting, building trust and rapport with users.

  • Technical Problem-Solver: They possess advanced skills to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.

  • Proactive Approach: Looking ahead to prevent problems and optimize system performance is crucial.

  • Optimal Uptime: Their focus is on maintaining system reliability and minimizing downtime.

  • Exceptional Support: Providing top-notch, efficient user support is a core responsibility.

  • Collaboration: Working seamlessly with internal teams to find comprehensive solutions.

  • Continuous Learning: Staying updated on technology advancements is essential for senior specialists., Troubleshoot and diagnose a wide range of user-reported technical issues through phone, email, and remote desktop tools.

  • Provide clear and concise solutions to users, ensuring their IT needs are met efficiently.

  • Support security and compliance audits processes, actively during an audit and proactively by maintaining user access as appropriate in company systems

  • Document technical issues, resolutions, and escalations for future reference and knowledge sharing.

  • Maintain an in-depth understanding of company software, hardware, and network configurations.

  • Proactively identify and report potential IT problems to prevent disruptions.

  • Collaborate with internal teams (Engineering, Infrastructure, Security) to resolve complex issues.

  • Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies and industry best practices.

  • Contribute to the development and improvement of internal IT documentation and knowledge base., By month six, working independently to suggest system optimization and ways to enhance internal support

    2-4 years of experience in IT Helpdesk Support or a related role.

  • Proficiency in Google Workspace, Okta, Asset Management and ITSM tools.

  • Working knowledge of MacOS and Windows operating systems and network troubleshooting principles.

  • Ability to troubleshoot software installation, configuration, and functionality issues.

  • Familiarity with IT asset management solutions

  • Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Powershell) for automating routine tasks

  • Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve a variety of technical issues.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner.

  • Strong customer service orientation and a commitment to providing exceptional user experience.