What are the responsibilities and job description for the Client Support Engineer position at Thrive?
About Us:
Thrive is a rapidly growing technology solutions provider focusing upon Cloud, Cyber Security, Networking, Disaster Recovery and Managed Services. Our corporate culture, engineering talent, customer-centric approach, and focus upon “next generation” services help us stand out amongst our peers. Thrive is on the look-out for individuals who don’t view their weekdays spent at “a job” but rather look to develop valuable skills that ignite their passion and lead to a CAREER. If you’re attracted to a “work hard, play hard” environment, seeking the guidance, training and experience necessary to build a lucrative career, then welcome to THRIVE!!
Location: Phoenix, AZ (onsite Monday-Friday)
Primary Responsibilities:
Deliver technical customer support professionally; identify, troubleshoot and resolve a wide range of technical computer-related problems; make the distinction between first and second level end-user problems; identify, evaluate and solve end-user workstation problems; support and train end-users in a wide range of software applications as needed; read, understand and apply complex technical information; master new computer technology; maintain cooperative working relationships; demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for, a diverse population. Represent the company by supporting and communicating in an effective and professional manner at all times.
Knowledge of:
Desktop operating systems, various software applications and basic hardware for the workstations and laptops; principles and theories of network systems and management; Internet technologies and products; understanding of change control procedures; basic understanding of electrical safety procedure.
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications as detailed below or have an equivalent of documented experience. Equivalency decisions are made based on a combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities.
Experience:
Thrive is a rapidly growing technology solutions provider focusing upon Cloud, Cyber Security, Networking, Disaster Recovery and Managed Services. Our corporate culture, engineering talent, customer-centric approach, and focus upon “next generation” services help us stand out amongst our peers. Thrive is on the look-out for individuals who don’t view their weekdays spent at “a job” but rather look to develop valuable skills that ignite their passion and lead to a CAREER. If you’re attracted to a “work hard, play hard” environment, seeking the guidance, training and experience necessary to build a lucrative career, then welcome to THRIVE!!
Location: Phoenix, AZ (onsite Monday-Friday)
Primary Responsibilities:
- Primary responsibilities are descriptive and not restrictive in nature
- Identifies, diagnoses, and resolves first level problems for end-users of the workstations, laptops, terminal services and Citrix sessions, end-user software and hardware, network and VPN connectivity, the Internet, server services, server drive space, validation of server error messages for escalation, and new computer technology in a call center environment; communicates solutions to end-users effectively
- Provides one-on-one end-user problem resolution for client (PC) software and connectivity
- Sets up and assists in the configuration of end-user PC desktop hardware, software and peripherals, both onsite and remotely
- Diagnoses and resolves end-user network or local printer problems, PC hardware problems and basic server, e-mail, Internet, VPN, and local-area network access problems
- Assist Onsite POCs with documentation and IT strategy in conjunction with remote team.
- Coordinates timely repair of PC computer equipment covered by third-party vendor maintenance agreements
- Performs minor desktop hardware repair for PC computer equipment and peripherals that are not covered by third party vendor maintenance agreements as needed
- Work with internal and client project teams to assist client with onboarding of new offices
- Acts as remote hands for engineering staff onsite as needed
- Assists Network Technicians in creating materials for end-user frequently asked questions (FAQs) and procedural knowledgebase articles
- Provides assistance to Tier 2-3 staff with problem research and documentation
Deliver technical customer support professionally; identify, troubleshoot and resolve a wide range of technical computer-related problems; make the distinction between first and second level end-user problems; identify, evaluate and solve end-user workstation problems; support and train end-users in a wide range of software applications as needed; read, understand and apply complex technical information; master new computer technology; maintain cooperative working relationships; demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for, a diverse population. Represent the company by supporting and communicating in an effective and professional manner at all times.
Knowledge of:
Desktop operating systems, various software applications and basic hardware for the workstations and laptops; principles and theories of network systems and management; Internet technologies and products; understanding of change control procedures; basic understanding of electrical safety procedure.
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications as detailed below or have an equivalent of documented experience. Equivalency decisions are made based on a combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities.
Experience:
- 5 years providing end-user support for current PC desktop and application software
- 5 years installing, upgrading, troubleshooting and repairing personal computers in a corporate networked environment
- 2 years providing support for an enterprise level userbase in either the legal or financial services industry
- Experience with IT onboardings of new clients or facilities is a plus
- Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time in front of a computer
- Must be willing to travel to satellite and new offices up to 25% of the time.
- Must be able to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting heavy equipment (up to 45 lbs. unassisted), bending, standing, climbing or walking
- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills