Associate Service Desk Technician

Acrisure • Grand Rapids, MI

24d • Onsite

About The Position

Acrisure is seeking an Associate Service Desk Specialist to join our team in Grand Rapids. This role addresses critical IT challenges and delivers exceptional support to end-users. Responsibilities encompass overseeing the installation, configuration, and maintenance of a wide range of IT equipment, including desktop computers, phones, and laptops. The role provides expert assistance with email, account management, and video conferencing technologies. Additionally, the role utilizes extensive knowledge to efficiently handle a variety of technical issues. It is instrumental in enhancing the organization's IT support services through deep technical expertise and commitment to user satisfaction. Works on assignments that are moderate in scope with a thorough understanding of company policies and practices.

Requirements

• Minimum three years of experience in MIS, systems or information technology field required.
• Microsoft and M365 certifications desired.
• Strong understanding of Windows desktop operating systems.
• Familiarity with Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Server operating systems, all supported Microsoft Office versions, Exchange Servers, and Exchange Online.
• Familiarity with M365
• Familiarity with Apple desktop operating systems.
• Experience with managing Android and IOS devices, specifically with setting up and maintaining email access.
• Demonstrate an understanding of layer 1, 2 and 3 networking concepts as well as VPN.
• Strong customer service skills and experience delivering excellent customer experiences.
• Must be analytical, organized, and detail oriented with good verbal and written communications skills
• Must have a high level of problem-solving skills
• A positive, team-oriented attitude is necessary to deal with a large variety of personalities
• Associates degree or the recognized equivalent in education and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership.

Nice To Haves

• Microsoft and M365 certifications desired.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handles higher priority tickets, VIP issue, and assigned Projects
• Assist with Major Incident and Problems for Tier 1.5 support when needed
• Goes above and beyond for customer satisfaction ie. top CSAT scores for performance
• Aligns as subject matter expert for Support Tier 1.5 ie. Voice, Email, Security, Networking, Datacenter/Cloud
• Collaborates with TechOps to diagnosis and resolve outstanding issues
• Effectively meets SLAs and Q&A best practices for resolving incidents
• Consistent top performer in tickets/task closures for Support
• Responds in a timely fashion to AP concerns
• Educates End users on Acrisure Technology
• Reports Outstanding/Ongoing issues to Manager
• Respond to customer issues via phone, email, chat, and within ticketing system.
• Maintain communication and status of trouble tickets submitted by clients from initial communications to continued follow-ups.
• Ability to communicate technical details to clients of diverse technical background.
• Provide documentation based on customer interaction within ticketing system.
• Contribute to a growing knowledge base.
• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, install, and manage desktop, laptop, and mobile computing devices.
• Troubleshoot, test, and modify computer software.
• Basic troubleshooting of local and wide-area networks, phone system, and servers.
• Escalate issues that are of higher difficulty to the next tier of support.
• Support IT projects that require interaction with customers as needed.
• Educate customers on technical topics and Acrisure systems.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.
• Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a complimentary Calm app subscription.
• Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; commuter benefits; and employee discount programs.
• Paid maternity leave and paid paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; and pet insurance coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree