Helpdesk Support Specialist--Internal Hire Only

MapleTronics Computers•Goshen, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Helpdesk Support Specialist is an advanced technical position within the Helpdesk team. This role exists to strengthen Helpdesk effectiveness through deeper technical support, structured onboarding and training, quality reinforcement, and operational coverage during periods of increased demand or reduced availability.

Requirements

Advanced Technical Troubleshooting
Demonstrated ability to resolve complex or ambiguous issues beyond typical Helpdesk scope.
Strong pattern recognition and root-cause thinking to reduce repeat issues.
Training & Enablement
Ability to explain technical concepts clearly and translate day-to-day Helpdesk work into teachable standards.
Comfortable coaching and supporting newer Helpdesk teammates through shadowing, feedback, and reinforcement.
Operational Awareness
Strong understanding of Helpdesk queue management, phone coverage needs, and handoffs to other teams.
Able to balance multiple priorities while keeping the queue healthy.
Quality & Consistency
Detail-oriented with a focus on completeness, standardization, and reducing rework.
Comfortable using checklists and standards without adding unnecessary complexity.
Communication
Clear, calm, and professional communication with both clients and internal teammates, especially during high-impact or high-volume situations.

Responsibilities

Provide advanced technical support within the Helpdesk queue and Helpdesk board as needed.
Reinforce established Helpdesk priorities: Queue first, Helpdesk board second, Other work third.
Assist with complex tickets, edge cases, and volume spikes to maintain service stability.
Help formalize, maintain, and improve the Helpdesk teammate onboarding experience.
Support training efforts through documentation, walkthroughs, shadowing, and coaching.
Partner with in-house Trainer to ensure Helpdesk onboarding aligns with broader technician development initiatives.
Provide backup coverage for Helpdesk phone queues during peak times, call surges, or teammate absences.
Help ensure consistent, confident call handling and client experience.
Perform or support quality control for new workstation setups and new user creation.
Help reinforce standards and expectations that reduce follow-up tickets and rework.
Support Helpdesk-related scheduling coordination as assigned.
Assist with improving clarity and consistency in handoffs between Helpdesk, scheduling, and service teams.
Provide limited backup support related to scheduling workflows (including backup coverage as assigned under the current resourcing model).
Flex into onsite support when needed to help cover urgent needs or workload imbalances, while maintaining awareness of Helpdesk capacity and priorities.