Core responsibilities
Provide technical support: Act as the first point of contact for users with technical problems, resolving issues.
Troubleshoot: Identify the root cause of problems and provide step-by-step guidance to help users solve them.
Document and track issues: Log all customer interactions, issues, and solutions in a ticketing system for tracking and future reference.
Escalate problems: Escalate unresolved or complex issues to the appropriate higher-level support teams or specialists.
Follow up: Ensure user satisfaction by following up with customers to confirm their issues have been fully resolved.
Essential skills and qualifications
Technical knowledge: Proficiency with computer hardware, software, operating systems, and common technical procedures.
Communication skills: Excellent verbal and written communication to clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
Problem-solving skills: Ability to analyze problems, think critically, and find efficient solutions.
Customer service: Strong interpersonal skills to provide patient, professional, and empathetic support to all users.
Organizational skills: Ability to manage time effectively and multitask, often handling multiple support tickets simultaneously.
Additional duties
Create documentation: Develop and maintain documentation, knowledge bases, and training materials.
Provide training: Assist in training users and new staff on the use of systems and help desk procedures.
Report on trends: Identify and report recurring issues to management to suggest improvements.