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Essential Job Functions
The Technology Support Analyst II is responsible for day-to-day support of PC hardware and software. This includes installing, diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading of personal computers and related systems. The candidate must have strong analytical skills and the ability to operate in extreme high-pressure situations, successfully handle multiple priorities and possess a high level of discipline while remaining flexible. The candidate should also be able to work independently when working remote when required. The individual may also be supporting remote trial setups and support. The individual may also be asked to assist the Global IT Service Desk by providing phone support to our customers if needed.
In addition to demonstrating considerable experience in the areas of responsibility listed above, the successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in providing prompt, professional and courteous services on all customer requests, problems, and queries. The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills, must show strong interpersonal and customer service skills, and will have the ability to be process-oriented yet flexible. The candidate must be able to interact with individuals in all levels of the Firm’s business. He or she must be able to work well with other technical teams to provide troubleshooting steps to aid in resolution of desktop computing issues. The candidate will assist with conference technology setup and support.
This role requires participation in firm wide maintenance window with occasional overtime on weekdays and weekends, especially during technology rollouts.
This position requires the individual to be in the office 100% of the time.
Essential Functions: (This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented and changed as necessary.)
Qualifications & Requirements
Education, Work Experience, Skills
Core Technologies
Current K&E Technologies
Work Environment
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