Service Desk Support Tech I

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Job Location (Full Address):

30 Corporate Woods, Brighton, New York, United States of America, 14623

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

900084 ISD Customer Service Business

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 105 H

Compensation Range:

$20.34 - $28.51

Responsibilities:

Provides first- and second-level troubleshooting and support for a variety of services, including but not limited to, desktop applications, printers and scanners, networking, hardware and operating systems. Understands and supports University-supported applications. May participate in on-call rotation as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides troubleshooting and resolution for technical issues related to computing hardware, operating systems, application software, email, networking, printers and scanners, backup utilities, antivirus, whole disk encryption and remote access.
• Provides first- and second-level technical response to customer requests, maintenance and urgent and emergency technical problems associated with computer systems, both at on-site and off-site locations.
• Utilizes automated processes to reduce waste or inefficiencies in operations.
• Consults with customers to understand their needs, providing excellent customer service in all interactions.
• Acts as an on-call resource for the Service Desk.
• Keeps abreast of current desktop and LAN technologies through continuing education, journal review, web searches and formal seminar opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year of customer service or other relevant experience required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Previous Service Desk or Call Center Experience preferred
• Experience working with eRecord preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to travel between work sites required
• Flexibility to work shifts necessary to accommodate 24/7 coverage, which may include nights, weekends and holidays required
• Exceptional customer service skills required
• Strong communication skills required
• Excellent problem-solving skills required
• PC and Windows knowledge, particularly Microsoft Office suite required
• Basic understanding of LAN/WAN technologies preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• CompTIA A+ Certification upon hire preferred

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