Network Support Specialist - Athens, United States - Point Broadband
Description
>> Network Support Specialist - Work at Home (WAH) Network Support Specialist - Work at Home (WAH) Summary Title:Network Support Specialist - Work at Home (WAH)ID:1232Location:Athens, OHDepartment:Operations Description **Network Support Specialist - Work at Home (WAH)
Candidate must reside in a state where Point Broadband operates: AL, GA, MD, MI, OH, or VA only.**
**MAKE YOUR MARK COME JOIN A FAST-GROWING INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDER. FULL-TIME OPPORTUNITIES WITH COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION ARE AVAILABLE, WITH THE FLEXIBILITY TO WORK FROM HOME.**
**AT POINT BROADBAND WE IMPROVE LIVES THROUGH FIBER TECHNOLOGY. IF YOU ARE SELF-MOTIVATED TO ACHIEVE EXCELLENCE AND YOU TAKE PRIDE IN HELPING OTHERS - OUR MISSION TO DELIVER SUPERIOR FIBER-BASED BROADBAND SOLUTIONS TO SMALL TOWN USA AND RURAL AMERICA, WITH A FOCUS ON COMMUNITY, AND BEST IN CLASS CUSTOMER SERVICE STARTS WITH YOU.**
**OPPORTUNITY**
In this role, the successful candidate will possess excellent interpersonal / communication skills and enjoy proactive problem solving with a sense of urgency. Self-discipline, the ability to work independently, and utilize strong technical skills while quickly learning new concepts in a fast-paced environment is critical to being successful in this role. If you enjoy building relationships and demonstrate a commitment to our core values, this is a great opportunity to use your skills to promote positive success in your life while helping others - - all while earning a great income. Become part of dedicated team of professionals who flourish and thrive on success
**POSITION OBJECTIVE:**
Promote and comply with the Point Broadband Value System.
Promote Point Broadband products and services over the telephone and to walk-in customers. Responsible for providing exceptional customer service.
Respond to customer requests via telephone, email and chat communication channels
Troubleshoot and resolve customer service outages and problems in an effective manner.
Work with other team members to coordinate response to network disruptions, including gathering information by contacting customers
Respond to customer inquiries, complaints and other requests for information regarding Point Broadband services, billing, and payment arrangements.
A successful employee in this position has the opportunity to obtain the position of Network Support Specialist II after meeting experience, knowledge and performance requirements.
**RESPONSIBILITIES**
Responsible for responding to requests from Point Broadband customers for all services offered
Responsible for opening, updating and closing trouble tickets to track customer requests and issues
Responsible for troubleshooting customer issues and attempting to resolve them
Responsible for escalating discovered outages or abnormal network conditions following established escalation chain
Responsible for striving to provide first touch resolution
Responsible for providing exceptional customer service
Responsible for meeting individual performance metrics designed to ensure exceptional customer service and support
Responsible for performing other tasks as required to assist the company in carrying out its customer service mission, goals, and objectives, as circumstances may dictate. This includes the short-term assignment to a wide range of other job functions and responsibilities which may be needed in situations where the loss of service to the companys customers is threatened or restoral of service is required.
**POSITION QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS**
High school diploma or equivalent required. Two-year college degree preferred in a related field. Experience supporting Internet, telephone and or cable TV services is a plus. Experience in a service-provider industry is a plus.
**KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES**
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both in written and verbal formats. Ability to effectively navigate recent Microsoft Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office.
**SHIFT:**
Shift may vary from time to time. Shift will include some evenings and weekend work. Some overtime may be required. Some shifts may occur on holidays.
**WORKING CONDITIONS:**
This position requires work indoors. Work requiring lifting of up to 25lbs may also be necessary on occasion.