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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Support Specialist - **Company:** Central Inc - **Location:** Albuquerque, NM, United States - **Salary:** $48,006.0 - $60,008.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Software Applications, Computer Equipment, Information Technology - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=7733fe8b2965956f ## About the Role * High School Diploma or post secondary education or higher AND Five (5) years of related experience * Higher education industry experience preferred * Relevant certifications are a plus ## Description The Technical Support Specialist provides advanced Tier 2 support and technical advice and service to faculty, staff, and students requiring a high degree of skill and expertise in computer and audio-visual systems. This position includes hybrid, remote, and on-premise customer service and support, managing the operation and maintenance of audio, video, and computer systems in a networked environment. The role involves Tier 2 troubleshooting and diagnostics for audiovisual and computer equipment used in classrooms, conference rooms, large event spaces, and walk-up training spaces, including sound, video, projection, and related equipment. The Technical Support Specialist conducts Tier 2 training by presenting IT-specific, CNM-specific, and generic software applications and personal computer sessions., * Conducts CNM training needs assessments by gathering data from surveys and work procedures, designing training materials, and obtaining feedback to ensure effectiveness. * Designs and creates training documentation and videos, incorporating feedback and maintaining technical knowledge through research and educational seminars. * Investigates, analyzes, and resolves complex Tier 2 hardware problems, performs advanced repairs and maintenance, and provides technical assistance on audio-visual devices and computer systems. * Provides in-depth Tier 2 technical assistance to user support staff, troubleshoots system communications failures, and manages service requests and incidents. * Collaborates with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring minimal disruption to users. * Coordinates individual or bulk purchasing through CNM's purchasing organization and provides in-person Tier 2 support for CNM staff, faculty, and students. * Deploys operating system images and software using enterprise-level deployment software and configures virtual software to thin and thick clients. * Participates in technology deployment projects, manages Knowledge Base articles, and develops procedures within the ITS department. * Monitors and manages various enterprise-level applications, coordinates Tier 2 repairs for audio-visual and computer equipment, and performs preventative maintenance inspections. * Evaluates, standardizes, implements, and maintains customer workstations with approved operating systems and provides Tier 2 diagnostics and troubleshooting for customer-owned devices. * Demonstrates technical competence in educational technology and conferencing platforms, utilizing Enterprise Service Management tools to maintain accurate records of work. * Adheres to safety regulations, OSHA standards, and ITIL incident management and service request fulfillment policies and procedures. * Performs other related duties as assigned. ## Related Videos - [Enabling intelligent logistics automation: home-grown Industrial IoT platform at Austrian Post](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2018-enabling-intelligent-logistics-automation-home-grown-industrial-iot-platform-at-austrian-post) - [Securing your application software supply-chain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/468-securing-your-application-software-supply-chain) - [Contract Testing with MCP: Building Self-Describing, Self-Testing APIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100040-contract-testing-with-mcp-building-self-describing-self-testing-apis) - [Coding for Good: Achieving social change with an app](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1645-coding-for-good-achieving-social-change-with-an-app) - [Checkmate: 5 Real Incidents That Can End a Software Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100126-checkmate-5-real-incidents-that-can-end-a-software-company) - [It's not easy being green](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/558-it-s-not-easy-being-green) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [IT Salaries in Austria](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/286-it-salaries-in-austria) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)