IT Support Specialist - Entry Level

The Position:

The IT Support Specialist provides essential technical assistance and support to our staff, ensuring smooth and efficient operation of our IT systems and equipment, while working together with our German HQ colleagues to maintain standards and functionality.

Job Duties:

• Provide first-level support for IT related issues and inquiries via phone, email, and in person
• Collaborate with the German IT team to identify and implement improvements
• Assist with NetSuite Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system implementation
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network problems, escalating complex issues to senior German IT staff as necessary
• Perform routine maintenance and updates on IT systems to ensure optimal performance
• Maintain accurate records of IT assets, support requests, and resolutions using the ticketing system
• Assist in the implementation and adherence to IT policies and procedures
• Provide user training and support for basic IT functions and software applications
• Analysis and rectification of technical hardware and software problems
• Client virtualization (Citrix)
• Configuration and maintenance of the network infrastructure (switches, access points, etc.)
• Creation and updating of system documentation
• Purchase, install and configure hardware/software for Somic equipment, (laptops, printers, copiers, phones, etc.)
• Assist in the set-up and deployment of new workstations and IT equipment
• Performs IT security trainings.

Requirements

• Experience in working as an IT Support Specialist or other relevant position
• Preferred degree or certification in information technology or computer science
• Solid know-how of IT applications, systems٫ and troubleshooting
• Very good knowledge of the following systems required: MS Windows (clients and server), Active Directory
• Sound knowledge of virtualization (both client and server) and network administration (routing, switching, etc.)
• Experience with scripting (Powershell, batch)
• Confident handling of MS Office and modern communication media
• Must have strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills with attention to detail

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Pleasant working atmosphere
• 16 Days of annual PTO
• 10 Paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Spending Plan (with Employer contributions)
• Employer paid Life/AD&D, Short & Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Life/AD&D – Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 401K
• Safety Glasses Allowance (prescription and non-prescription)
• Safety Boots Allowance
• Employee Referral Incentives