Astreya

IT Support Specialist III

Remote, India Full time

What this Job Entails: 

The IT Support Analysts will help in resolving a variety of technical problems. 

Scope: 

  • Works on assignments that require considerable judgment  and initiative. Makes recommendations for solutions

  • Works within guidelines and takes ownership of results. May act as a mentor to less experienced team members

Your Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Field incoming help requests from end users in a courteous manner.

  • Document all pertinent end user identification information, including name, department, contact information, and nature of problem.

  • Build rapport and elicit problem details from help desk customers.

  • Prioritize and schedule problems. Escalate problems, when required, to the appropriate experienced technician.

  • Apply diagnostic utilities to aid in troubleshooting.

  • Access software updates, drivers, knowledge bases, and frequently asked questions resources on the Internet to aid in problem resolution.

  • Identify and learn appropriate software and hardware used and supported by the organization.

  • Install new PCs, both desktop and notebooks, for new and existing users, including hardware setup, software installs, wiring, and training.

  • Other duties as required. This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities assigned to this position

Required Qualifications/Skills:

  • Associate's degree (A.A) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and 5 to 8 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience 

  • Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise

  • Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions

  • Knowledge of basic computer hardware and software

  • Familiarity with desktop and server operating systems

  • Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on rapport-building, listening, and questioning skills

  • Ability to conduct research into a wide range of computing issues as required

  • Ability to present ideas in a user-friendly manner

  • Analytical and problem solving abilities

  • Exceptional customer service orientation

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Knowledge of various operating systems and databases 

  • Knowledge of various programming languages

Physical Demand & Work Environment:

  • Must have the ability to perform office-related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing

  • Must have the ability to move from place to place within an office environment

  • Must be able to use a computer

  • Must have the ability to communicate effectively 

  • Some positions may require occasional repetitive motion or movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers