Technical Support Specialist
Portland, TX - USA
Job Summary
MEMICs Information Technology Department is seeking a Technical Support Specialist to provide hands-on enduser technical support across the organization. This role serves as a primary point of contact for employee technology needs and plays a key role in maintaining reliable secure and efficient business operations.
The Technical Support Specialist works collaboratively with IT Operations Network and external vendors while also exercising independent judgment in troubleshooting documentation and resolution planning.
What Youll Do
End User & Help Desk Support
- Provide Tier 12 Help Desk support to MEMIC employees via phone ticketing system remote tools and in person
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to laptops tablets phones VPN wireless access and business applications
- Support Windows-based systems Apple phones and tablets and mobile device connectivity
- Assist remote employees with access connectivity and performance issues
- Provide scheduled Help Desk coverage to ensure timely employee support
Systems Network & Operations Support
- Monitor and support network and internet performance in partnership with IT Operations
- Support branch office network performance and document ongoing hardware and software needs
- Participate in diagnosing network hardware and software performance issues
- Assist Operations and Technical teams with performance monitoring and issue resolution
Hardware Software & Project Support
- Set up deploy configure and support new and replacement equipment and software
- Participate in hardware and software upgrade evaluations and implementation decisions
- Act as project lead for technical conversions installations office moves and refresh cycles
- Coordinate with external vendors to analyze issues and support resolution planning and delivery
Documentation & Continuous Improvement
- Analyze problems identify alternative solutions evaluate impacts and implement recommendations
- Maintain accurate documentation technical records and reports to support audits and improvements
- Contribute to team discussions on technology standards upgrades and process improvements
What You Bring
- Associate of Science in Computer Services or equivalent relevant experience
- Experience in IT Support Help Desk Desktop Support or Technical Support preferred
- Experience supporting end users in a callcenter or servicedesk environment
- Strong troubleshooting analytical and problemsolving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail and followthrough
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team-oriented environment
The Ideal Candidate
- Is a dependable service-oriented IT professional who takes ownership of technical issues and values a positive employee support experience
- Enjoys helping others and explaining technical concepts clearly
- Remains calm and focused in high-volume or time-sensitive support situations
- Takes initiative in identifying and resolving issues end to end
- Is comfortable balancing routine Help Desk work with project-based assignments
- Values documentation consistency and continuous learning
Why This Role Matters
This role is critical to employee productivity and operational success. The Technical Support Specialist ensures employees have the tools access and support they need to do their best workwhile helping shape how MEMICs technology evolves.
MEMIC is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race color religious creed national origin ancestry age disability genetics gender identity veterans status sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the interview process please contact us at.
To ensure an equitable and authentic interview process candidates should not use AI or chatbot tools during the live interview or phone screen. We welcome any preparation you choose to do beforehand but all responses shared during the interview must be your own.
Note: MEMIC does not offer Stem-OPT EAD Extension for this role.
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About Company
The MEMIC Group provides workers' compensation insurance to employers with an emphasis on workplace safety.