Merchant Services Tech Support Specialist I

Merchant Services Tech Support Specialist

I LONE STAR NATIONAL BANK - 3.6

Brownsville, TX Job Details Full-time 12 hours ago Qualifications Vendor relationship building Spanish Internal controls Client onboarding PCI Vendor management Equipment installation Regulatory compliance Process improvement English Mid-level Software installation High school diploma or GED Information security compliance Economic sanctions regulations Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance (compliance procedures implemented) Hardware support Vendor relationship management Loss prevention Cross-functional collaboration POS systems Escalation handling Pre-sales Full Job Description The Merchant Services Tech Support Specialist I is responsible for the setup, installation, configuration, and ongoing technical support of merchant service products for business clients. This role ensures a seamless onboarding experience by guiding customers through the installation, activation, and secure use of payment terminals, point-of-sale (POS) systems, payment gateways, and associated software. The Specialist collaborates closely with internal teams and vendors to provide superior service and technical solutions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The duties listed below may not include all responsibilities that the person in this role may be asked to perform. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties, as assigned, including cross training across other departments, as necessary. In addition, incumbent may be required to rotate between banking centers, as needed. Coordinate, install, configure, and maintain POS systems, payment terminals, payment gateways, and related software. Walk clients through setup, system validation, and test transactions to ensure readiness. Provide onboarding support and training for merchants on secure, efficient use of payment processing systems. Deliver timely technical support for hardware, software, integration, and network issues. Assist with unusual or exceptional customer concerns and merchant processing issues. Diagnose and resolve client-reported issues with terminals, POS software, integrations, and transactions. Ensure payment solutions meet PCI DSS standards and other security requirements. Collaborate with fraud, risk, IT, and Treasury Management teams to address escalated or complex issues. Maintain strong vendor relationships for quick resolution of escalations. Partner with internal teams (Merchant Services, Retail, IT, Business Development) to enhance customer experience and provide technical feedback. Support pre-sales efforts by explaining technical capabilities and limitations of merchant service products. Maintain detailed logs of installations, support cases, and resolutions. Identify trends and sources of common issues and contribute to process improvement initiatives through reporting and recommendations. Participate in bank trainings as required specific to the merchant services department Participates in job specific training and other various Bank training programs, as necessary Maintains current knowledge of internal risk controls and loss prevention, including reporting of suspicious or unusual customer activity per Bank policy Maintains current knowledge and complies with all federal and state laws and regulations and all established Bank policies and procedures, including internal audit controls related to department operations Maintains current knowledge of all rules, regulations, and laws as they apply to

BSA/OFAC/USA

Patriot Act/CIP/AML

QUALIFICATIONS

These specifications are general guidelines based on the minimum experience normally considered essential to the satisfactory performance of this position. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to perform the position in a satisfactory manner. Individual abilities may result in some deviation from these guidelines. High School Diploma or GED (1) year of technical support, preferred Bilingual in English and Spanish, preferred Ability to lift and install POS hardware (up to 30lbs) Must be able to work flexible hours as scheduled Monday through Friday, and Saturday rotation (hours will fluctuate as business needs dictate) Travel is required

ORGANIZATION

This position reports to the Business Payment Solutions Manager This position does not oversee other positions

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

All employees are required to attend scheduled mandatory trainings and complete online regulatory compliance training courses applicable to their specific job function. In all situations, employees must ensure that their actions fully comply with all federal banking laws and regulations, including internal bank policies and procedures. Failure to adhere to these requirements will be grounds for disciplinary action, including probation and possible termination.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Lone Star National Bank's Mission Statement includes a commitment to helping our communities grow by serving them with pride and integrity. All employees are encouraged to volunteer for bank sponsored activities, civic, charitable and community events and to be active in the communities we serve.

ATTENDANCE

Punctuality and regular attendance should be regarded as essential functions of any position at Lone Star National Bank. Among other things, "good attendance habits" mean the following: Be at your work station ready for work by the start of each workday Remain at your work station, unless the needs of the job require being elsewhere, except during authorized breaks (including restroom breaks) Take only the time normally allowed for breaks Call in and notify your supervisor or another member of management if you are going to be either absent or tardy Alternate work arrangements such as telecommuting or working from home are not permitted by Lone Star National Bank LSNB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate in the recruitment, hiring, and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status as protected by applicable laws. Management reserves the right to change this position description at any time according to business needs.