Technical Support Specialist

Recruiter
Confidential
Location
Hoddesdon
Salary
Home based plus bens
Posted
21 Sep 2021
Closes
19 Oct 2021
Sectors
IT, IT Support
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Technical Support Engineer Circa GBP30k home based

My client provides secure cloud-based solutions to enable their customers to fully engage with their customers. These include AI Automation, Customer Service, Secure Payments and Business Communications.

Previous successful candidates have been Graduates / keen and motivated people who become fully trained over a period of 6 - 9 months. Candidates who are qualified by experience also welcome.

Ideal candidates will have: Ideally a degree in Computer Science or Information Technology.

Certification in Linux is advantageous. Prior experience in tech support, desktop support, or a similar role. Proficiency in Linux. Experience with remote desktop applications and help desk software.

Attention to detail and good problem-solving skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Good written and verbal communication.

Technical Support Responsibilities:

* Working 1-2 days on the late shift (17:30 - 20:00)

* Troubleshooting technical issues.

* Diagnosing and repairing faults.

* Provisioning Linux servers.

* Resolving network issues.

* Installing and configuring hardware and software.

* Speaking to customers to quickly get to the root of their problem.

* Providing timely and accurate customer feedback.

* Talking customers through a series of actions to resolve a problem.

* Following up with clients to ensure the problem is resolved.

* Replacing or repairing the necessary parts.

* Supporting the roll-out of new applications.

* Providing support in the form of procedural documentation.

* Managing multiple cases at one time.

* Testing and evaluating new technologies.

* Conducting electrical safety checks on equipment.

Technical Experience:

* Linux server provisioning and troubleshooting.

* Asterisk PBX

* Security, VPNs, and networking.

* Amazon AWS EC2 / S3

* VoIP & contact centre technology

* MySQL, Apache

* SIP troubleshooting (Wireshark)

* Good written and verbal communication