Client Support Engineer, Thrive

• Desktop operating systems, various software applications and basic hardware for the workstations and laptops; principles and theories of network systems and management; Internet technologies and products; understanding of change control procedures; basic understanding of electrical safety procedure
• 3+ years providing end-user support for current PC desktop and application software
• 3+ years installing, upgrading, troubleshooting, and repairing personal computers in a corporate networked environment
• 3+ years providing end-user support for current suite of Microsoft applications and management software
• 2+ years in providing support for end user
• 2+ years providing support for an enterprise level userbase in either the legal or financial services industries
• CompTIA A+ Certification or equivalent experience
• CompTIA Net+ Certification or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Provide technical hardware, software, and connectivity problem resolution to all client computers and users by diagnosing and walking users through step-by-step solutions; clearly communicate technical solutions in a user-friendly, professional manner; provide one-on-one end-user training as needed; assist engineers and technicians; troubleshoot printer problems; work with next level support to resolve complex issues; conduct hardware and software maintenance and reporting as needed; and perform related work as required. All work to be performed in client office in Chicago
• The Client Support Engineer will serve their primary client by going on-site to their locations, serving as deskside support and on-site support to all client issues, responding to service tickets of the client’s requests or problems; resolves all first level end-user problems; escalates all Tier 2 problems to the next level of support for guidance and direction; contacts third-party vendors for warranty service repair and dispatch
• Primary responsibilities are descriptive and not restrictive in nature
• Identifies, diagnoses, and resolves first level problems for end-users of the workstations, laptops, terminal services and Citrix sessions, end-user software and hardware, network and VPN connectivity, the Internet, server services, server drive space, validation of server error messages for escalation, and new computer technology in a call center environment; communicates solutions to end-users effectively
• Provides one-on-one end-user problem resolution for client (PC) software and connectivity
• Ensure that all client issues and resolutions are properly documented in the defined ticketing system of either Thrive or the client as required
• Sets up and assists in the configuration of end-user PC desktop hardware, software and peripherals, both onsite and remotely
• Diagnoses and resolves end-user network or local printer problems, PC hardware problems and basic server, e-mail, Internet, VPN, and local-area network access problems
• Coordinates timely repair of PC computer equipment covered by third-party vendor maintenance agreements
• Performs minor desktop hardware repair for PC computer equipment and peripherals that are not covered by third party vendor maintenance agreements as needed
• Acts as remote hands for engineering staff onsite as needed
• Assists Network Technicians in creating materials for end-user frequently asked questions (FAQs) and procedural knowledgebase articles
• Provides assistance to Tier 2-3 staff with problem research and documentation