Entry Level Technical Writer Jobs in Ames, IA (NOW HIRING)

MCI is one of the fastest-growing tech-enabled business services companies in the USA, with a strong call center footprint and operations that extend across multiple countries. We deliver Customer Experience (CX), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), and Anything-as-a-Service (XaaS) cloud technology solutions across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, retail, government, education, telecom, technology e-commerce, and financial services. Our contact centers are powered by both on-site and remote agents, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance customer journeys, drive scalability and reduce costs. 

At MCI we are committed to fostering an environment where professionals can build meaningful careers, access continuous learning and development opportunities and contribute to the success of a globally expanding, industry-leading organization. 

This position is a technical support role, troubleshooting VoIP Phones, Data Gateways, and High-Definition (HD) Video service disruptions.  A strong customer service background is necessary to provide world-class customer experience. You will interact with hundreds of customers each week across the country to resolve support issues and ensure a best-in-class customer experience. 

 In addition to providing exceptional service, you will need to be a confident, fully engaged team player dedicated to bringing a positive and enthusiastic outlook to work each day.  

To be considered for this role, you must complete a full application on our company careers page, including all screening questions and a brief pre-employment test.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle inbound and outbound contacts in a courteous, timely, and professional manner
• Knowledgeable regarding Internet Service Provider services. Do you know what it means to "Pair a Remote"?
• Trouble shoot data, video, and voice (VoIP Phone) service disruptions with a focus on first call resolution by problem solving and effective call handling
• Ownership of resolving the customers reason for contacting Tech Support
• Leverage multiple systems to research and troubleshoot service disruptions; coordinate with other departments to resolve issues when needed
• Comfortable using a Knowledge Base system in conjunction with your call handling
• Accurately document customer interaction and code the appropriate call type in the client Customer Relations Management System (Remedy)
• Utilize knowledge base and training to effectively trouble shoot a customer's situation as it relates to Data, Video, and VoIP Phone system
• Accurately document customer interaction while following all required policies and procedures.
• A strong desire to provide world class customer service every time you are interacting with our customers
• Comply with requirements surrounding confidential information and personal information
• Self-starter who stays up to date on ad hoc training activities
• Adhere to all attendance and work schedule requirements 

WONDER IF YOU ARE A GOOD FIT FOR THIS POSITION?

We provide all new employees with world-class training, so all positive, driven, and confident applicants are encouraged to apply. This position relies on building relationships and turning the knowledge, you gain in training into customer wins. Ideal candidates for this position are highly motivated, energetic, and dedicated with a passion to provide superior customer interactions.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Understand the basics of VoIP Phone systems, internet gateways, and HD video.
• The ability to evaluate, troubleshoot, and follow-up on customer issues
• Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills
• The ability to type swiftly and accurately (30+ words a minute)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Understanding Windows operating system
• Highly reliable with the ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality
• An aptitude for conflict resolution, problem-solving, and negotiation
• Must be customer service oriented (empathetic, responsive, patient, and conscientious)
• Ability to multi-task, stay focused, and self-manage utilizing multiple tools to address the customer's questions
• Strong team orientation and customer focus
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where change is constant
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with your team and customers

Preferred (Not Required)

• One (1) year of experience in customer service or Tier II, technical support
• CompTIA IT certification

MCI helps customers take on their CX and DX challenges differently, creating industry-leading solutions that deliver exceptional experiences and drive optimal performance. MCI assists companies with business process outsourcing, staff augmentation, contact center customer services, and IT Services needs by providing general and specialized hosting, software, staff, and services. In 2019, Marlowe Companies Inc. (MCI) was named by Inc. Magazine as Iowa's Fastest Growing Company in the State of Iowa and was named the 452nd Fastest Growing Privately Company in the USA, making the coveted top 500 for the first time. MCI's subsidiaries had previously made Inc. Magazine's List of Fastest-Growing Companies 15 times, respectively. MCI has ten business process outsourcing service delivery facilities in Georgia, Florida, Texas, New Mexico, California, Kansas, Nova Scotia, South Africa, and the Philippines.  Driving modernization through digitalization, MCI ensures clients do more for less. MCI is the holding company for a diverse lineup of tech-enabled business services operating companies. MCI organically grows, acquires, and operates companies that have synergistic products and services portfolios, including but not limited to Automated Contact Center Solutions (ACCS), customer contact management, IT Services (IT Schedule 70), and Temporary and Administrative Professional Staffing (TAPS Schedule 736), Business Process Management (BPM), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), Claims Processing, Collections, Customer Experience Provider (CXP), Customer Service, Digital Experience Provider (DXP), Account Receivables Management (ARM), Application Software Development, Managed Services, and Technology Services, to mid-market, Federal & enterprise partners. MCI now employs 10,000+ talented individuals with 150+ diverse North American client partners across the following MCI brands: MCI BPO, MCI BPOaaS, MarketForce,  GravisApps, Gravis Marketing, MarchEast, Mass Markets, MCI Federal Services (MFS), OnBrand24, The Sydney Call Center, Valor Intelligent Processing (VIP), BYC Aqua, EastWest BPO, TeleTechnology, and Vinculum.

MCI is one of the fastest-growing tech-enabled business services companies in the USA, with a strong call center footprint and operations that extend across multiple countries. We deliver Customer Experience (CX), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), and Anything-as-a-Service (XaaS) cloud technology solutions across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, retail, government, education, telecom, technology e-commerce, and financial services. Our contact centers are powered by both on-site and remote agents, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance customer journeys, drive scalability and reduce costs. 

At MCI we are committed to fostering an environment where professionals can build meaningful careers, access continuous learning and development opportunities and contribute to the success of a globally expanding, industry-leading organization. 

This position is a technical support role, troubleshooting VoIP Phones, Data Gateways, and High-Definition (HD) Video service disruptions.  A strong customer service background is necessary to provide world-class customer experience. You will interact with hundreds of customers each week across the country to resolve support issues and ensure a best-in-class customer experience. 

 In addition to providing exceptional service, you will need to be a confident, fully engaged team player dedicated to bringing a positive and enthusiastic outlook to work each day.  

To be considered for this role, you must complete a full application on our company careers page, including all screening questions and a brief pre-employment test.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle inbound and outbound contacts in a courteous, timely, and professional manner
• Knowledgeable regarding Internet Service Provider services. Do you know what it means to "Pair a Remote"?
• Trouble shoot data, video, and voice (VoIP Phone) service disruptions with a focus on first call resolution by problem solving and effective call handling
• Ownership of resolving the customers reason for contacting Tech Support
• Leverage multiple systems to research and troubleshoot service disruptions; coordinate with other departments to resolve issues when needed
• Comfortable using a Knowledge Base system in conjunction with your call handling
• Accurately document customer interaction and code the appropriate call type in the client Customer Relations Management System (Remedy)
• Utilize knowledge base and training to effectively trouble shoot a customer's situation as it relates to Data, Video, and VoIP Phone system
• Accurately document customer interaction while following all required policies and procedures.
• A strong desire to provide world class customer service every time you are interacting with our customers
• Comply with requirements surrounding confidential information and personal information
• Self-starter who stays up to date on ad hoc training activities
• Adhere to all attendance and work schedule requirements 

WONDER IF YOU ARE A GOOD FIT FOR THIS POSITION?

We provide all new employees with world-class training, so all positive, driven, and confident applicants are encouraged to apply. This position relies on building relationships and turning the knowledge, you gain in training into customer wins. Ideal candidates for this position are highly motivated, energetic, and dedicated with a passion to provide superior customer interactions.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Understand the basics of VoIP Phone systems, internet gateways, and HD video.
• The ability to evaluate, troubleshoot, and follow-up on customer issues
• Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills
• The ability to type swiftly and accurately (30+ words a minute)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Understanding Windows operating system
• Highly reliable with the ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality
• An aptitude for conflict resolution, problem-solving, and negotiation
• Must be customer service oriented (empathetic, responsive, patient, and conscientious)
• Ability to multi-task, stay focused, and self-manage utilizing multiple tools to address the customer's questions
• Strong team orientation and customer focus
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where change is constant
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with your team and customers

Preferred (Not Required)

• One (1) year of experience in customer service or Tier II, technical support
• CompTIA IT certification

All MCI Locations

• Must be authorized to work in the country where the job is based.

Subject to the program and location of the position

• Must be willing to submit up to a LEVEL II background and/or security investigation with a fingerprint.  Job offers are contingent on background/security investigation results.
• Must be willing to submit to drug screening.  Job offers are contingent on drug screening results.

WANT AN EMPLOYER THAT VALUES YOUR CONTRIBUTION?

At MCI, we believe that your hard work deserves recognition and reward. Our compensation and benefits packages are designed to be competitive and to grow with you over time. Starting compensation is based on experience, and we offer a variety of benefits and incentives to support and reward our team members.

What You Can Expect from MCI:

We understand the importance of balance and support, which is why we offer a variety of benefits and incentives that go beyond a paycheck. Our team members enjoy:

• Paid Time Off: Earn PTO and paid holidays to take the time you need.
• Incentives & Rewards: Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly contests that include cash bonuses and prizes ranging from electronics to dream vacations and sometimes even cars!
• Health Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage after 60 days of employment, and all employees have access to MEC medical plans after just 30 days. Benefit options vary by location.
• Retirement Savings: Secure your future with retirement savings programs, where available.
• Disability Insurance: Short-term disability coverage is available to help protect you during unexpected challenges.
• Life Insurance: Access life insurance options to safeguard your loved ones.
• Supplemental Insurance: Accident and critical illness insurance
• Career Growth: With a focus on internal promotions, employees enjoy significant advancement opportunities.
• Paid Training: Learn new skills while earning a paycheck.
• Fun, Engaging Work Environment: Enjoy a team-oriented culture that fosters collaboration and engagement.
• Casual Dress Code: Be comfortable while you work.