Job Summary:
Expedient is hiring for an entry-level IT Support Associate position in their Dublin data center, offering a fast-track to learning and career growth. The role involves providing technical support, handling client requests, and ensuring security protocols are followed within the data center.
Responsibilities:
• Handle Tier 1 tickets, daily shift walks, routine audits, remote hands requests, etc.
• Follow strict security protocols to allow client access requests inside the data center using specific access control criteria
• When necessary, enforce security protocols -- for example, if a client requests to remove equipment without prior notification or as per contractual obligation
• Follow shipping and receiving procedures to ensure the secure transport of materials to and from the facility
• Cover the front desk phone, and conduct physical and virtual security checks
• Process and prioritize client and employee technical requests by phone, email or in person
• Use the ticketing system to log all requests and activities including documentation of special requests and customizations considered important for future support
Qualifications:
Required:
• A strong passion for a career in IT and/or technology and evidence showing IT experience
• Associate degree in a technical discipline or technical equivalent work experience
• Must always be professional and patient, as this is a client-facing role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and independent problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities that are time-sensitive
• Having a willingness and ability to learn quickly
• Must pass pre-employment screens
Preferred:
• Industry certification(s) preferred (such as the CCNA, CompTIA A+ or Network+)
• Previous exposure to or experience in an IT environment
• Previous customer-service work experience
Company:
Expedient is a network of data centers offering cloud computing, a wide range of managed services, and network connectivity. Founded in 2001, the company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, USA, with a team of 201-500 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.