Tier 1 Support Specialist; Night Shift

Light Edge Solutions is developing the IT solutions that will propel businesses forward over the next 10 years. Using a combination of shared and private/dedicated platforms, Light Edge has been successful in offering businesses alternatives that streamline operations, improve reliability and reduce costs.
If you are passionate about creating real solutions that help businesses with cutting-edge technology, want to be challenged to think out of the box and be in a position where you can impact change on a daily basis, then Light Edge can offer you a dynamic corporate environment built on teamwork and personal responsibility.

The Tier I Support Specialist is responsible for fielding inbound customer requests through the ticket queue and phone systems and routing escalations to the appropriate technical resources. The ideal candidate is motivated and possesses an unwavering passion for outstanding customer experience. This position reports to the Manager of Support and works closely with all departments.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers on the phone and ticketing system to identify incident category and route escalations to the appropriate technical resource or team.
• Proactively triage, monitor, close, and report alerts for customers and internal environments
• Monitor backup reports to ensure consistent delivery of service
• Accurately and professionally document all communication with customers
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Empathetic customer service mindset and attitude
• Superior sense of urgency and customer sentiment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Enjoys teamwork and collaboration
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize
• Possess the ability to comprehend and execute documented escalation procedures
• Basic understanding of computer and IT functions
  With over 20 years in business, Light Edge offers a full stack of best-in-class IT services delivering flexibility, security, and control. Our solutions include premier colocation across seven purpose-built data centers spanning Des Moines, IA, Kansas City, MO, Omaha, NE, Austin, TX, and Raleigh, NC, industry-leading private Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and cloud platforms, and the top global security and compliance measures.
  
  Our owned and operated facilities, integrated DR solutions, and premium compliant cloud choices make up a true Hybrid Cloud Solution Center. Light Edge annually undergoes third-party audits for ISO 20000-1, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS 3.2, and SSAE 18 SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II and SOC 3.