It Services Support Specialist, It Services Global Service Desk

IT Services Support Specialist, IT Services Global Service Desk (GSD)Amazon's IT Services Support is the first point of contact for technical support service requests.Our IT Support Technician spends their day fielding incoming support chats, calls and online requests on behalf of Amazon employees worldwide.Candidates who are successful will be required to work on a rotational schedule.This includes weekend schedules.The successful IT Support Technician will be customer focused and motivated by team success.You will be innovative, energetic, and able to adapt to new processes and procedures quickly while dealing with a high volume of requests.You will also be committed, flexible, and have demonstrated ability to maintain high levels of productivity while maintaining quality support.This position is Remote by design, and this can change as per business requirements.You will be required to live commuting distance from Cape Town to attend weekly meetings and office days.Only Cape Town based candidates will be considered.Key Job ResponsibilitiesProvides comprehensive technical support to Amazon Corporate employees worldwide.Research, resolve, and respond to inquiries received via web chat, telephone calls, email, ticketing system, all in a timely manner, in accordance with team standards.Diagnose and troubleshoot end user computing problems including analyzing the problem, identification of appropriate resources, testing of proposed fixes and follow-up to ensure the problem has been resolved.Creates and submits detailed call logs documenting customer interactions that are accurate, thorough, and timely.Informs customer of needed repairs and answers basic questions.Ensures that customer understands and is satisfied with work completed.Follow all standard operating procedures (SOP) through the effective use of Knowledge management.Manage a case count between ***** tickets.Manage concurrent support conversation.Acquire and maintain current knowledge of relevant support policies in order to provide technically accurate solutions to users.Assists with activities to triage and elevate any system or network outage to reduce downtime.Basic QualificationsExperience supporting Windows, Mac and/or Linux operating systems in a corporate setting.Experience troubleshooting integrated and interdependent computer systems.Experience with network troubleshooting and support.Experience maintaining zebra thermal printers, troubleshooting thin clients, PCs, scanners, and portable handheld terminals.Preferred QualificationsCompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, Cisco/CCNA, Linux (Redhat), Microsoft hardware (installation), AWS, or other industry relevant certifications.Experience in a dynamic environment with a high degree of customer service.Amazon is an equal opportunities employer, and we value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build.We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.Amazon is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas.In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates.We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa.Amazon requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers.If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information.If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.#J-*****-Ljbffr