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Infrastructure Linux Engineer

AL · On-site +1

$120K/yr

Huntsville, AL/Remote Salary*: 120,000+ *Dependent upon qualifications Summit 7 is here to rise ... Our support staff, sales team and technicians are all coming together to make a difference. We also ...

IT Support Technician

Pittsburgh, PA · Remote

$20.75 - $28.75/hr

You are a IT Support Technician who has demonstrated success in addressing problems and ... Support for all remote access technology which includes laptop computers (Windows and MacOS), Okta ...

Remote Support Technician Lead

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$44.50K - $57.60K/yr

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career-oriented, and customer-focused Remote Support Technician Lead to join our team in McLean, VA . In this role, you will work collaboratively in a 24/7 operational team ...

Remote Assistance Technician (UK) This position is for remote assistance (UK) and is responsible ... The technician will support customers in the EMEA and APAC region depending on timeframe, and work ...

Service & Support Technician

Needham, MA · Remote

$22 - $30.25/hr

DOE Service & Support Technician Department: Professional Services Classification: Non-Exempt ... remote maintenance projects tasks for customers information systems * Assist with new customers go ...

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How much do remote linux support technician jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote linux support technician in the United States is $40,199.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $38,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Linux Support Technician vs Remote System Administrator?

AspectRemote Linux Support TechnicianRemote System Administrator
CertificationsLinux+, LPIC-1, CompTIA A+Linux+, LPIC-1, RHCSA, CompTIA Server+
Work EnvironmentHelpdesk, technical support, troubleshootingServer management, network configuration, system maintenance
Employer & IndustryIT support companies, tech firms, MSPsLarge enterprises, hosting providers, cloud services
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on troubleshooting Linux issues remotelyFocus on managing and maintaining Linux servers remotely

The main difference between a Remote Linux Support Technician and a Remote System Administrator lies in their scope of work. Support technicians primarily troubleshoot and resolve Linux-related issues, while system administrators handle broader responsibilities like server configuration, maintenance, and network management. Both roles require similar Linux certifications and often work in remote environments for tech companies or IT service providers.

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Infographic showing various Remote Linux Support Technician job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 34% Physical, 11% Hybrid, and 55% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,199 per year, or $19.3 per hour.
Support Technician - with Emphasis on Outage Management System

Support Technician - with Emphasis on Outage Management System

Milsoft Utility Solutions, Inc

Abilene, TX • Remote

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

SUPPORT TECHNICIAN (With Emphasis on Outage Management Systems)

Department: Support
Reports to: OMS Lead/VP of Customer Service and Support
Division: Remote
Classification: Salary/Exempt/Full-time


JOB SUMMARY

An OMS Support Technician is responsible for providing frontline technical support services to Milsoft

customers, including installation, troubleshooting, problem resolution, and maintenance in a 24/7

support environment. Phone, email, and remote connection software are utilized to resolve customer

issues and achieve customer satisfaction. The position will require some travel and after-hours on-call

support time.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  1. Directly resolves technical support inquiries through remote troubleshooting and diagnostics to ensure that all OMS products and services function properly
  2. Advises customers on system settings and configurations that favorably impact software performance and user experience
  3. Must be able to turn customer concerns and requests into detailed tickets, including reproduction steps, for action by the Development team
  4. Translate operational and system processes into clear instructions and/or explanations as knowledge articles
  5. Document all customer interactions in a support ticketing system
  6. Adapt to new technologies and changes in software functionality through continuous product release cycles
  7. Maintains regular, consistent, and professional attendance, punctuality, personal appearance, and adherence to relevant health and safety procedures
  8. Upholds, safeguards, and promotes Milsoft's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, integrity, and corporate responsibility
  9. Any other duties that may be necessary or assigned from time to time. Such additional duties will not usually change the scope of the job


QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology preferred
  2. Knowledge of Microsoft server/client operating systems, network architecture, and components
  3. Experience with understanding SQL statements and creating SQL queries for data management
  4. Proficiency with mobile application deployment for both Android and iOS devices
  5. Familiarity with MultiSpeak or CIM standards for utility data integration is preferred
  6. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  7. Extremely well-developed interpersonal and citizenship skills; ability to get along with diverse personalities and to handle varied situations with tact and maturity; self-starter and motivated to learn