Technical Support Specialist
Optum · Bangor, ME · Yesterday
Full-time
Primary Responsibilities
- Accurately document issues and resolutions in ticketing systems and assist in root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
- Provide training or knowledge-sharing sessions for end-users on common issues, software use, or new technologies.
- Participate in or lead small IT projects such as system upgrades, application rollouts, or infrastructure changes.
- Ensure all work complies with organizational security policies, data protection standards, and healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA).
- Maintain IT inventory, ensuring appropriate stock levels of spare hardware and replacement parts.
- Work closely with third-party vendors for advanced troubleshooting, warranty claims, or specialized support services.
- Perform regular checks and maintenance on systems and devices to ensure optimal performance and prevent failures.
- Ensure adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for response and resolution times, prioritizing tasks accordingly.
- Act as a liaison between on-site teams and higher-tier IT teams to escalate and resolve complex issues effectively.
- Provide customer service support to both internal users, external customers, and vendors on ProHealth Care's Network.
- Install, deploy, troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and lifecycle hardware and software throughout the organization.
- Maintains detailed and accurate records in workload management, asset management, and administrative applications.
- Provides tier I and II support in all areas of the organizational service portfolio.
- Provides excellent customer service to all levels of employees including customers, peers, and leadership.
- Accurately follows documentation and checklists to ensure efficiency and consistency.
- Participates and engages in team meetings, team building activities, and other opportunities to strengthen the department.
- Communicates in a professional, positive and timely manner in person, on the phone, and via electronic means.
- Leverages enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Associate degree OR 4+ years of technical support experience
- 2+ years of experience with the deployment, repair and maintenance of computer hardware such as workstations, laptops, IP phones, smartphones, tablets, printers, copiers, and scanners
- 1+ years of experience with the deployment, repair and maintenance of software such as the Microsoft Office Suite and Windows operating systems
Preferred
- Familiarity with general networking and customer/server concepts
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Incentive and recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase
- 401k contribution
Pay and Schedule
The salary for this role will range from $24 to $43 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.