IT Service Desk/Chat Support Job at Hired by Matrix in Alpharetta

Position Type: 

• Contract
• Onsite

Required: 

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred: 2-5 years of demonstrated customer support experience via phone and chat, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong Interpersonal skills, empathy, active listening, and the ability to communicate clearly and professional in a fast-paced environment are essential.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks under pressure.
• Technical aptitude with the ability to learn and support a broad range of IT systems and applications.
• Proficient in fundamental computer skills, including typing, email communication, and navigating Windows-based systems.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for high quality end-user technical support, related to enterprise software and hardware
• An understanding of technology and the ability to apply that knowledge to support all existing systems
• Provides investigation, diagnosis, resolution and recovery for hardware/software problems
• Customer Support:
  • Provide front-line support via phone or live chat with professionalism, empathy, urgency, and a customer-first mindset.
  • Build trust and rapport with end users by demonstrating active listening, advocacy, and clear communication.
  • Resolve issues or escalate appropriately while managing customer expectations.
  • Maintain composure and professionalism in high-pressure and difficult situations.
  • Deliver a consistent and positive customer experience across all interactions.
• Communication & Documentation:
  • Clearly document all support interactions in the ticketing system, including problem details, troubleshooting steps, and resolution.
  • Produce accurate, detailed documentation consumable by other agents, end users, and escalation teams.
  • Use proper netiquette and tone to ensure effective communication, especially in written chat interactions.
  • Communicate ticket status, next steps, and resolutions to users promptly.
• Technical Troubleshooting & Resolution:
  • Provide high-quality technical support for enterprise software, hardware, peripherals, and infrastructure components.
  • Perform incident assessment, triage, research, training/education, resolution, and recovery.
  • Use diagnostic tools and system knowledge to troubleshoot and resolve problems effectively.
  • Install, modify, clean, or repair hardware and software as required.
  • Leverage both the chat and call platforms efficiently while handling multiple requests concurrently.
• Collaboration & Culture
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure service excellence and share knowledge.
  • Be a culture carrier by demonstrating a positive, team-oriented attitude.
  • Adhere to company policies and procedures, contributing to a safe and professional work environment.
• Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to voluntarily support variable shifts including but not limited to: Holidays, Overtime, Shift change, and weekends.
• Continuously seek opportunities for self-improvement and operational efficiency.