Roles and Responsibilities:
- Research and identify solutions to software and hardware issues
- Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues, including account setup and network configuration
- Ask customers targeted questions to quickly understand the root of the problem
- Track computer system issues through to resolution, within agreed time limits
- Talk to clients through a series of actions, either via phone, email, or chat, until they've solved a technical issue
- Properly escalate unresolved issues to appropriate internal teams (e.g. software developers)
- Provide prompt and accurate feedback to customers
- Refer to internal database or external resources to provide accurate tech solutions
- Ensure all issues are properly logged
- Prioritize and manage several open issues at one time
- Follow up with clients to ensure their IT systems are fully functional after troubleshooting
- Proactively work with the wider Technology Department team, contributing to the delivery of the ICT Plan.
- Escalate issues to other members of the Support team, Network/Systems Administrator or IT Manager as needed.
- Undertake other activities or tasks as directed by the IT Manager.
- Respond to requests for help, and provide training for staff and students, in a way which fosters confidence and literacy with technology.
- Support the ICT Service Desk by responding to tickets, answer phone calls and walk-ups, physically visiting staff and students, and other administrative tasks as needed. Creation, maintenance, and support of Parent Portal Accounts.
- Follow and proactively contribute to the policies and procedures of the Technology Department.
IT Skills and Experience
- Computer OS/Peripherals troubleshooting
- Handling Different PC Operating Systems ( Windows 7/8 and 10)
- Performing Hardware Software Installation ( understanding of deployment tools like SCCM)
- Basic knowledge of SOE and group policies
- Printer support
- Good knowledge of MS Office tools installation & troubleshooting
- Excellent customer service and people skills
- Field experience supporting a variety of technologies and services
- Advanced technical abilities including solid troubleshooting skills applicable to Windows, Apple, and virtual operating systems
- Ability to manage time and resources to meet or exceed expectations in high-profile situations while maintaining professionalism under pressure
Personal Attributes:
- Excellent End-user computing skills.
- Good knowledge of Infrastructure support.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Well organized and extremely detail-oriented
- Strong customer service ethic and great communication skills, both oral and written
- Passionate about delivering quality no matter what you are doing
- Can work both independently and in a collaborative team-oriented environment
- A self-starter, motivated to push the limits and think outside of the box
- Fondness for solutions that are simple, elegant, and effective
- Ability to work with and maintain confidential information
In-depth knowledge of:
- Windows OS (e.g. XP, Vista, Windows 7, 10)
- Microsoft Office applications
- PC Laptop hardware
- PC Laptop peripherals, including printers
- Mobile devices
Basic knowledge of:
- Active Directory
- Exchange
- Apple OS
- SCCM
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