IT Support Technician
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We are seeking an experienced, high efficiency Senior IT Support Technician for an initial 6-month contract to elevate our IT service delivery and bring a new level of sophistication to our technical support operations. For a resource who delivers a strong return on investment and successfully transforms our support pipeline, there is clear potential for a contract extension beyond the initial 6 months.
In this role, you will not just close tickets; you will actively shape how support is delivered across the organization. We need a proactive problem solver who can immediately dive into a heavy ticket queue, partner with our existing team to eliminate a backlog, and implement modern service tools. Our environment is currently powered by Google Workspace, but we are considering a full migration to Microsoft 365. This role will play a part in evaluating and preparing for that potential transition.
This is a hybrid contract role designed to attract top talent from both the Austin and San Antonio metropolitan areas. Work Schedule and Location
- Mondays: Required in office at our San Marcos facility
- Tuesday through Friday: Fully remote
- This schedule offers an excellent balance for professionals commuting from Austin or San Antonio who want to avoid a daily drive., * Rapidly process, troubleshoot, and resolve a backlog of incoming IT support requests to dramatically improve internal response times.
- Lead the implementation and optimization of Jira Service Management, including creating customized workflows to modernize our service delivery.
- Assist in the upcoming rollout and daily administration of NinjaOne for centralized device management.
- Support our current Google Workspace environment while helping prepare documentation and infrastructure for a potential migration to Microsoft 365.
- Provide comprehensive technical support for end user hardware, operating systems, software applications, and network connectivity.
- Document technical procedures and create user facing self-service articles to reduce future ticket volumes.
Requirements
- Minimum of three to five years of experience in an IT support or system administration role.
- Proven track record of successfully managing a high-volume ticket queue in a demanding environment.
- Direct experience implementing Jira Service Management, with a deep understanding of how to build and maintain customized workflows.
- Familiarity with NinjaOne or closely related endpoint management platforms.
- Technical proficiency in both Google Workspace and Microsoft 365, with migration experience considered a major asset.
- Strong diagnostic skills across Windows and macOS environments, as well as Android mobile operating systems and hardware.
- Certifications are a plus such as A+, MCP, etc.
- Excellent communication skills and a passion for turning around frustrated user experiences.