IT Support Analyst

Core Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service in person, via phone or web conference, and email as appropriate
• Resolve help desk issues including troubleshooting hardware and software issues
• Perform user administration duties, using strict security protocols
• Configure user applications according to documented standards
• Administer e-mail accounts an lists using either Google Workspace or Office365
• Configure laptops, desktops, and mobile devices, as needed
• Configure and deploy IP phones and service
• Aid with basic network implementation and support across multiple sites, including firewall configuration, wi-fi access point management and switch configuration
• Manage the helpdesk ticket queue to ensure that all service tickets are dealt with quickly and efficiently
• Provide assistance and backup to the other members of the support team
• Ensure that all critical matters are either dealt with in an efficient manner or escalated to the appropriate person as required to resolve
• Document resolutions and update knowledge base

Critical Skills & Attributes

• Effective process and technical training skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey technical information clearly to non-technical stakeholders
• Basic hardware, operating system and web application knowledge to provide technical support

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience working in an end-user desktop support role or computer operations environment required.
• Microsoft Office and Office365
• Service Minder and Google Workspace experience preferred
• Windows and Mac OS
• Remote Desktop support
• Chrome browser
• Active Directory
• Exchange and Outlook
• Experience diagnosing VOIP handsets or softphones, helpful
• TCP/IP, DNS and DHCP, basic understanding of switch and firewall configuration
• Remote support for mobile devices
• Basic understanding of AI and prompting
• Understanding of anti-virus and related security products and protocols
• Experience of working with a helpdesk management system, maintaining exceptional customer service levels, working in a team environment

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in an IT environment supporting users and processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Familiarity with IT frameworks and tools

About the Role

Empower Brands was founded in 2022 as a product of the integration of Lynx Franchising and Outdoor Living Brands. Empower encompasses ten industry-leading brands across commercial and residential services: JAN-PRO, FRSTeam, Archadeck Outdoor Living, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives (OLP), Conserva Irrigation, Koala Insulation, Wallaby Windows, Superior Fence and Rail, Bumble Roofing and Canopy Lawn Care. Empower is dedicated to providing its customers with the highest quality products and services in the commercial and home services industry while simultaneously delivering its franchise owners committed personal support, tools and empowerment to pursue their own success. Empower Brands is a portfolio company of MidOcean Partners, a leading private equity firm with an excellent track record investing in successful, growth-focused franchise businesses. For more about Empower Brands, visit the company’s new website at EmpowerFranchising.com.