
IT Support Specialist
Pearl Meyer
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Wellesley • Massachusetts • United States
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Salary
💰 $60,000 - $75,000 per year
Tech Stack
About the role
- Serve as the primary point of contact for IT support requests via ticketing system, including classification, prioritization, resolution, or escalation of incidents.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Windows OS, Microsoft 365 applications, desktops, laptops, and common business software.
- Maintain accurate records of support activities and ensure timely ticket updates and closures.
- Collaborate with IT team members to identify recurring issues and suggest long-term solutions.
- Support basic administration of user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
- Assist with onboarding/offboarding procedures, including equipment setup and software provisioning.
- Escalate complex technical issues to senior IT staff or specialists as appropriate.
- Contribute to documentation efforts including knowledge base articles and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; equivalent experience also considered.
- Up to 5 years of professional experience in an IT support/helpdesk role.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel), and Active Directory.
- Familiarity with MacOS a plus.
- Familiarity with ticketing systems (e.g., FreshService, Jira, Zendesk).
- Basic understanding of network connectivity, cybersecurity principles, and endpoint protection tools.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities; ability to clearly communicate with technical and non-technical users.
- Customer-oriented mindset with a focus on service and responsiveness.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Professional development opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
Windows OSMicrosoft 365Active Directorynetwork connectivitycybersecurity principlesendpoint protection toolstroubleshootingticketing systemsMacOSIT support
Soft Skills
analytical skillstroubleshooting skillsverbal communicationwritten communicationcustomer-oriented mindsetservice focusresponsivenesscollaborationproblem-solvingdocumentation