The Support Specialist provides technical support for IT infrastructure, manages incidents, mentors junior staff, and collaborates for system improvements and training.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Key Responsibilities
- Provide on-site and remote technical support to users, managing incidents and service requests through the enterprise ticketing system.
- Prioritize, update, and escalate tickets as needed to ensure timely and effective issue resolution.
- Install, configure, and maintain computers, peripherals, printers, mobile devices, and other IT hardware.
- Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, network, and connectivity issues, coordinating with vendors for repairs when necessary.
- Maintain and update inventory of IT assets, licenses, and “hot spare” systems.
- Ensure compliance with corporate IT security policies, hardware/software standards, and patch or antivirus updates.
- Support infrastructure initiatives such as system upgrades, product evaluations, and the implementation of new technologies.
- Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of IT policies, procedures, and documentation.
- Train and assist end users and junior IT staff in the proper use of technology resources and ticketing systems.
- Provide hands-on support for local network devices, wireless access points, VPN connectivity, and mobile technology.
- Collaborate with management to identify opportunities for modernization, reliability improvement, and cost optimization.
- Participate in IT projects, audits, and hardware lifecycle management, including procurement, recycling, and environmentally compliant disposal.
- Assist with desktop and office equipment relocation and site preparation when required.
- Manage local printer, copier, and fax network connectivity, perform initial troubleshooting, oversee toner replacements, and coordinate vendor support.
- Maintain a pool of reliable “hot spare” laptops and desktops to ensure business continuity.
- Provide after-hours and on-call support for critical business-impacting incidents as needed.
- May be required to travel to additional local sites for proactive technology checks, project work, or incident resolution.
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent communication (written and verbal), organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong interpersonal abilities to collaborate with diverse users and management levels.
- Self-motivated, resourceful, reliable, and trustworthy.
- Broad understanding of enterprise IT systems, including:
- – Network infrastructure (LAN/Wi-Fi) and telecom systems
- – Servers, storage, and printers
- – Windows and macOS environments
- – Mobile devices and Microsoft 365 applications
- Proficient in hardware and software troubleshooting, including operating systems and end-user applications.
- Skilled in remote support tools and ticket management platforms such as ServiceNow.
- Knowledge of IT security best practices, system documentation, and change management procedures.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in end-user technical support or IT-related environments.
- At least 3 years of customer service experience in computer technology.
- Availability for after-hours and weekend on-call support as required.
- Ability to follow documented procedures and work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Benefits:
- Hybrid (3 days Office/Ultra park II Lagunilla, Heredia)
- Private Medical Insurance
- Asociacion Solidarista
- Life Insurance
- Personal Day Off
Note: Only candidates with Costa Rican nationality or valid immigration status will be considered; applicants residing outside Costa Rica will not be considered, and relocation is not available
Top Skills
macOS
Microsoft 365
Servicenow
Windows
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