> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2638321-application-specialist-i](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2638321-application-specialist-i). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Application Specialist I - **Company:** Republic Services - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Knowledge Management, Enterprise Software Applications - **Published:** August 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://republic.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Republic/job/Remote---USA/Application-Specialist-I_R-181722 ## About the Role * Experience with ITSM processes and toolsets. * Experience with knowledge management methodologies and toolsets. * Experience supporting enterprise level applications in a virtual support environment. * Understanding of problem identification techniques. Minimum Requirements: * Experience supporting technology systems. * Experience writing SQL queries to retrieve and manipulate data. This position is a remote opportunity; however, candidates must reside in the state of Arizona at the time of hire. ## Description Be an Early Applicant Remote Hiring Remotely in USA Entry level Remote Hiring Remotely in USA Entry level Provide second-line support for enterprise applications: investigate, diagnose, and resolve incidents escalated from the service desk, fulfill application service requests, apply fixes/workarounds, update knowledge base, communicate with stakeholders, and perform after-hours production data changes. The summary above was generated by AI Position Summary: The Application Specialist I is responsible for providing support for the live application software that our user base is dependent on. You will be working on incidents that have been escalated from frontline IT support on the service desk and fulfilling application specific service requests. You will be responsible for diagnosing incidents and either fixing the issue or managing it through resolution within defined service levels. Principal Responsibilities: * Investigates, diagnoses, and solves application-related issues and fulfills service requests for standard and ad-hoc offerings. * Schedules work to meet priorities and minimize business disruption. * Maintains security and functionality through the application of temporary fixes and workarounds. * Updates knowledge base to facilitate future resolution of common errors. * Keeps relevant stakeholders apprised of any new issues in a clear and timely manner. * Processes after-hours data changes on production systems. * Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent., Our company values guide our daily actions: * Safe: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities. * Committed to Serve: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers' expectations. * Environmentally Responsible: We take action to improve our environment. * Driven: We deliver results in the right way. * Human-Centered: We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person. We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 5.1 million people in 2024 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods. STRATEGY Republic Services' strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers' multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets. We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation. With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. 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