Technical Support Specialist I

Company Description

BCC Software develops innovative software and data solutions that power critical customer communications for organizations across North America. With more than 45 years of industry leadership, we combine deep postal expertise with modern technology to help our customers streamline operations, improve efficiency, and drive growth.


Job Description

Job Summary

The Technical Support Specialist I serves as the first point of contact for BCC Software customers, delivering exceptional technical support and customer service via phone, email, and other support channels. This role is responsible for troubleshooting software and hardware issues, resolving customer inquiries, documenting solutions, and providing guidance on BCC Software products and industry best practices. The Technical Support Specialist I works collaboratively across teams to ensure timely issue resolution while delivering a positive customer experience.

Essential Functions

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customer technical support requests, delivering responsive and professional service.
• Troubleshoot software, hardware, installation, and configuration issues while identifying effective solutions and ensuring timely resolution.
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of BCC Software's products, services, and industry regulations through ongoing training and self-development.
• Provide customers with guidance on product functionality, postal requirements, and best practices.
• Accurately document customer interactions, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions within the CRM system.
• Escalate complex issues as appropriate while maintaining ownership of the customer experience through resolution.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including Engineering, Product Management, and Professional Services, to resolve customer issues and improve products.
• Build positive customer relationships by serving as a trusted advisor and advocate, contributing to customer satisfaction and retention.
• Monitor and respond to customer inquiries through community forums and other support channels.
• Identify customer needs and recommend products, services, or solutions that provide additional business value.
• Submit product enhancement requests and defect reports based on customer feedback and support trends.
• Create, update, and maintain knowledge base articles and internal documentation to improve support efficiency and knowledge sharing.
• Demonstrate flexibility in supporting changing business needs, customer priorities, and departmental workloads.
• Consistently uphold BCC Software's mission of "How Can I Help?" through every customer interaction.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
• Previous experience in a technical support, help desk, customer service, or call center environment preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to users with varying levels of technical knowledge.
• Strong customer service orientation with a professional, patient, and positive approach.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn new technologies, software applications, and industry regulations quickly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows operating systems required. Experience with Linux/Unix, Microsoft Office, networking concepts, databases, printers, and CRM systems is preferred.

Additional Information

Work Location

This position offers remote work flexibility, with a preference for candidates located in the Rochester, NY area to enable increased in-person and onsite collaboration as business needs evolve.

Physical Demands

This is primarily an office-based role requiring extended periods of sitting and frequent use of hands for typing, writing, and operating standard office equipment. The position requires effective verbal and written communication. Occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, or lifting of office supplies or small equipment up to 25 pounds may be required. Visual acuity sufficient for reading, computer work, and document review is necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time exempt position. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available during the "core" work hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours including evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

AAP/EEO Statement

BCC Software provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of age, race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), national origin, veteran or military status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, familial status, reproductive health decisions, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other basis protected by applicable laws and regulations. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated without regard to any of these characteristics during the application process and/or employment. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.