Our client is looking for a Technical Support / Operations Specialist to join their team!
Hybrid in Dallas TX
$35 / hr W2
Contract
Job Duties
- Assist with the analysis and resolution of operating system issues.
- Assists in the administration of enterprise systems including servers, storage, and backup systems.
- Monitors system performance and availability.
- Installs and configures system software and hardware.
- Assists in troubleshooting and resolving system issues.
- Maintains system documentation and procedures.
- Participates in disaster recovery planning and testing.
Education and Experience
Required Education
Bachelors degree with major coursework in computer science, math, information systems, or other related field OR, Associates degree and 4 years of experience, OR High school diploma or GED and 6 years progressively responsible and applicable information technology experience, required.Experience
1-2 years experience in field directly related to operating systems and systems administration, including experience working with and maintaining multiple server hosts, in a combined environment.Licenses and Certifications
Certification in at least one relevant operating system or associated technology is a plus.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Principles and practices of system administration.Operating systems such as Microsoft Windows and Linux.Virtualization technologies.Network protocols and services.Additional Skills / ExperienceExperience with ITSM tools, specifically ServiceNowStrong Communication and customer service skillsTicket Triage & Routing
Monitor incoming service desk ticketsCategorizing and prioritizing based on urgency and impactRoute tickets to the correct team or individual (and bounce back the ones that dont belong)Pattern Spotting
Identify recurring issuesEscalate systemic problemsHelp build FAQs or SOPs to reduce repeat ticketsUser Communication
Provide status updates to users on ticket progressTranslate technical responses into plain EnglishSet expectations and reduce ticket ping-pongMetrics & Reporting
Track ticket volumes, response times, and resolution ratesHighlight bottlenecks or areas where SLAs are slippingHelp leadership understand where the pain points areProcess Improvement
Suggest tweaks to workflows, escalation paths, or ticket templatesHelp implement automation or self-service options