Field Services Specialist

AAA Club Alliance is currently seeking a Field Services Specialis t to join our team inWorthington, OH.

Please note that this position requires on-site presence at our Worthington, OH office.

The primary duties of the Specialist, Field Services are to :

• Establish relationships in a consultative fashion following the VIP process with key business leaders and Executives.
• Ensure prompt action and response to technical needs for Associates and other stakeholders that use ACA applications, telecommunications, and network.
• Monitor, respond to, and resolve service tickets received through phone, email, and ticketing queue system and adhere to our Incident Response Plan (IRP) procedures.
• Troubleshoot system hardware and software incidents including operating system and application problems, including accessibility, availability, or operability problems.
• Manage equipment, software purchasing, and inventory records via IT asset management system.
• Responsible for deployment, support, and removal of equipment including phone, desktop, printers, tablets, etc. Some cabling or testing of connections may be required. Work with the Technical Asset Manager to properly capture and inventory assets in the field.
• Document activities in work notes within a Service Now Incident, supplying relevant technical and non-technical information. Record, track, and document the Service Desk request problem-solving process including all successful and unsuccessful decisions made and actions taken through to final resolution. Document all pertinent end user identification information including name, contact information, business unit, nature of problem or issue, and impact to business operations. Reinforce SLAs to manage end-user expectations.
• Alert management to emerging support trends in incidents.
• Support Facilities efforts such as office buildouts, acquisitions, and relocations by installing or removing equipment and wiring for new or replaced devices.
• Support resolution of connectivity issues (VPN, DUO 2 Factor, Citrix, and access to remote applications).
• Device setup and deployment (desktops, printer, mobile, A/V technologies, etc.).
• Maintain, analyze, troubleshoot, and repair products/equipment utilizing the appropriate diagnostic tools. Identify, analyze, and repair product failures; order and replace parts as needed.
• Prioritize and schedule incidents and escalate issues to the appropriately experienced technician and/or management as needed.
• Perform hands-on problem remediation at the desktop level including installing and upgrading software, installing hardware, implementing file backups, and configuring systems and applications. Access software updates, drivers, knowledge bases, and FAQ resources on the Internet/Intranet to aid in problem resolution.
• Install anti-virus software and ensure virus definitions are up to date.
• Perform preventative maintenance including checking and cleaning of workstations, printers, and peripherals.
• Perform post-resolution follow ups to help requests.
• Develop knowledge base articles and FAQ lists for end users.
• Develop communications and inform management on any technical or system events.
• Participate in the on-call rotation for after-hours and weekend support.
• Provide basic maintenance and support on all phases of security access requests.
• Adhere to all Information Security policies, regulatory compliance issues, PCI, and AAA National Standards. Maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive personnel and business matters and ensure security of all confidential data. Report potential threats immediately.
• Participate in and provide evidence for annual Information Security compliance audits.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and professional organizations, reading professional publications, and maintaining personal networks.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university institution in Computer Sciences, Information Systems, Engineering, Management Information Systems, Business Administration, or a closely related field required. Equivalent combination of education, technical training, and experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience supporting desktop and server hardware or software operating systems including Microsoft 365, Active Directory (AD), group policy, MS exchange client, computing device support (laptops, desktops, tablets, and peripherals), printers and printer device management and inventory, and/or mobile devices required.
• Current industry certifications such as CompTIA A+, Microsoft Office Specialist, MS 365 Certified, MSCA, MCSE, and/or HP Certifications preferred.
• Travel and schedule flexibility is required.
• Valid driver's license with access to own transportation is required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• High level of commitment, energy, and creativity with the ability to work in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment with a strong desire to learn.
• Knowledge of end point, and mobile device management; remote PC assistance, and a range of diagnostic utilities, including Symantec, McAfee, MS Defender, and HP Utilities.
• Knowledge of multi-factor authentication (i.e. MS MFA, DUO), Email and website security applications (i.e. Forcepoint, Mimecast) and printer cloud management systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills including excellent customer service, communication skills, both verbal and written, and follow up to the customer. Ability to document solutions and create KB articles.
• Ability to present and discuss strategies and technical information in a manner that establishes rapport, persuades others, and establishes understanding, for both technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Able to work well under pressure while maintaining a professional image and approach.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and to prioritize workload effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadline-oriented projects while maintaining a strong attention to detail.
• Strong decision making capabilities with a proven ability to weigh the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and identify the most appropriate one.
• Strong analytical skills, with structured problem solving and instinctive thinking to assess and analyze complex problems and determine the root cause.
• Familiarity with fundamental principles of ITIL.

Full time Associates are offered a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options
• Up to 2 weeks Paid parental leave
• 401k plan with company match up to 7%
• 2+ weeks of PTO within your first year
• Paid company holidays
• Company provided volunteer opportunities + 1 volunteer day per year
• Free AAA Membership
• Continual learning reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• And MORE! Check out our Benefits Page for more information

ACA is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment practices laws. At ACA, we are committed to cultivating a welcoming and inclusive workplace of team members with diverse backgrounds and experiences to enable us to meet our goals and support our values while serving our Members and customers. We strive to attract and retain candidates with a passion for their work and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply. It is ACA's policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all positions. Hiring decisions are based upon ACA's operating needs, and applicant qualifications including, but not limited to, experience, skills, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.

Job Category:
Information Technology