IT Support Specialist Birmingham, AL Posted: 4/30/2025
Job Description
Job ID#:
211159
Job Category:
IT/Technical
Position Type:
Associate - W2
Duration:
TTH
We have an outstanding Contract to Hire position for an IT Support Specialist to join a leading Company located in the Birmingham, AL surrounding area.
The IT Specialist II is a member of a team focused on assisting customers via a ticketing system, on-site support, and direct telephone contact. We provide support for Windows desktops and servers, Microsoft 365 products, backup solutions, computer networks, and other IT services.
Responsibilities:
Customer Service: Providing positive user experience by being patient, empathetic, and helpful.
Responding to Customer Queries: Handling inquiries via phone, email, or tickets to provide immediate assistance.
Troubleshooting Technical Issues: Diagnosing and resolving basic and complex technical problems, such as software glitches, connectivity issues, and hardware malfunctions.
User Account Management: Managing user accounts, including creating accounts, assigning permissions, and resetting passwords.
Software Installation and Configuration: Assisting with the installation and setup of software applications.
Logging and Escalating Issues: Documenting issues and escalating more complex problems to higher-level support tiers when necessary.
Providing Step-by-Step Guidance: Offering clear instructions to help users resolve their issues independently.
Basic Hiring Criteria:
Must be in Birmingham, AL, or the Surrounding Area
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 1 year of Current IT Support Experience.
Desired Qualifications:
Any relevant certifications are a plus (e.g., CompTIA, Google, AWS, Microsoft, etc.).
Proven interest in and enthusiasm for technology; willingness to learn and grow in the field.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to explain technical concepts to nontechnical users.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Experience with Windows 10/11.
Experience with macOS operating systems; knowledge of Microsoft 365 products and services is a plus.
Experience with Medical IT is a huge plus.
Basic understanding of networking concepts and protocols.
Proficient in systematic troubleshooting and adept at employing unconventional methods to resolve user issues.
Capable of performing calmly and effectively in a dynamic call center environment or at a customer site, with often conflicting priorities and urgent customer requests.
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers