Technical Support Trainee

i2 Group, a Harris Computer company, are currently recruiting a Technical Support Trainee (Apprentice) on a fixed-term contract basis.

The Technical Support Trainee (Apprentice) will be responsible for providing technical assistance and support to end-users related to i2 software applications, resolving technical issues, and ensuring optimal performance of i2 software.

This role involves direct interaction with customers, diagnosing and troubleshooting software problems, and collaborating with development teams to enhance software functionality across enterprise systems.

Key Responsibilities:


* Technical Support:
+ Respond to customer inquiries via phone, email, and chat promptly and professionally.
+ Diagnose and troubleshoot software issues reported by end-users.
+ Provide step-by-step technical assistance to resolve application problems.


* Issue Resolution:
+ Identify, document, and resolve software bugs and issues.
+ Escalate complex issues to higher-level support or development teams when necessary.
+ Follow up with customers to ensure issues are fully resolved.


* Customer Service:
+ Maintain an elevated level of customer satisfaction through courteous and efficient handling of support requests.
+ Provide regular updates to customers regarding the status of their support tickets.
+ Conduct follow-up communications to ensure customer issues are satisfactorily resolved.


* Documentation:
+ Document support requests, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions in the ticketing system.
+ Create and update knowledge base articles and technical documentation for internal and external use.
+ Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and support activities.


* Collaboration:
+ Work closely with development, QA (Quality Assurance), and product teams to provide feedback on recurring issues and suggest improvements.
+ Participate in team meetings and training sessions to stay updated on new features, tools, and best practices.


* Continuous Improvement:
+ Identify trends in support requests and recommend solutions to improve software performance and user experience.
+ Stay current with the latest industry trends, software updates, and support best practices.

Other duties as assigned


* Education:
+ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Essential ).
+ Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, Microsoft Certified ) are a plus.


* Experience:
+ Proven experience in a technical support or help desk role.

(Desirable)
+ Experience with software troubleshooting and diagnostic tools.

Desirable)
+ Familiarity with ticketing systems and customer support software (e.g., Salesforce, JIRA).

Desirable)
+ Familiarity with i2 Software (Desirable)


* Technical Skill...