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Job Description
Avrem Technologies Overview Avrem Technologies is a business IT and cybersecurity consulting firm based in Canfield, Ohio. We design, implement, manage and monitor the networks, servers, computers and software that our clients rely on every day. By using a proactive approach and combining years of experience with proven solutions organizations that use Avrem have less downtime, are more efficient, and have tighter security. Our clients include those with or without an internal IT department across a wide variety of industry verticals such as manufacturing, healthcare, and professional services. IT Professional (Level 1 / Helpdesk) Overview An IT Professional (L1) serves as the first point of contact for incoming support requests and is responsible for gathering the information necessary to triage a problem and create a ticket. They must support users remotely, through a variety of methods, and offer both how-to style guidance as well as basic troubleshooting and problem solving for technical issues. An IT Professional must not only have good technical knowledge, but excellent customer service and communication skills as well as patience when dealing with difficult or frustrated end users. Work includes requests and issues that are isolated to a single computer or user and that can typically be solved within about 15 minutes to 1 hour. This includes, but is not limited to, basic how-tos and user education; password resets and login issues; software installs, updates and upgrades; remote hardware diagnosis and troubleshooting; and printer troubleshooting and installs. Accountabilities Answer inbound phone calls in accordance with Avrem SOP and capture all relevant details. Create, update, and manage tickets in the PSA with accurate classification and documentation. Provide support on site or remotely via phone, email, and RMM within SLA targets. Maintain and update documentation and the knowledge base. Deliver user guidance and "how to" assistance. Perform password resets and resolve login issues. Install, update, and upgrade software packages. Conduct remote hardware diagnosis and troubleshooting. Install and troubleshoot printers. Participate in reactionary response to ISP outages as part of the team plan. Escalate complex or critical incidents to higher tiers per the documented escalation path. Additional duties as assigned.
Skills and Experience Required:
Deep understanding of basic computer hardware (RAM, hard drives, motherboard, PCIe, etc.) Familiarity using, navigating and troubleshooting the Windows operating system including installing and removing applications and troubleshooting errors and common problems. Familiarity with device drivers and troubleshooting hardware (including printer issues). Ability to diagnose network and Internet connectivity issues: no internet, Wi-Fi not working, etc. Ability to ask clarifying questions to fully understand a user's issue along with objectives and context. Comfortable communicating with end users in a calm, clear, and professional manner. Responds to feedback with openness and with a continuous improvement mindset. Works collaboratively with peers and escalates effectively when needed. Maintains composure and focus when faced with technical uncertainty or time-sensitive issues.
Preferred:
Familiarity with managed services provider concepts (RMM, PSA, documentation) including the specific ones used by
Avrem:
NinjaRMM, Autotask and IT Glue. General understanding of the Microsoft 365 environment. Familiarity resetting passwords in both Active Directory and Azure AD or Office 365. Legal Requirements At least 18 years of age. US Citizen or legally permitted to work in the United States. Valid driver's license. Eligible for CJIS certification, fingerprinting and background check.
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent Pay:
$21.63 - $36.06 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance