Bilingual IT Service Desk Specialist supporting insurance-sector advisors with hardware, software, and technical troubleshooting. Resolving client issues through calls, Knowledgebase research, and team collaboration.
Responsibilities
Answer calls from the advisor community
Listen carefully to understand technical issues
Ask clear questions to identify the appropriate solution
Use the Knowledgebase and previous experience to resolve client issues
Explain solutions clearly and simply
Search the Knowledgebase using keywords
Ask colleagues for assistance through online chats
Seek support from coaches and experienced teammates
Ensure clients understand the next steps when an issue cannot be resolved directly
Record clear notes after each call, including the solution or next steps
Help enhance the Knowledgebase by sharing acquired knowledge
Participate in structured training at the start of the assignment
Build confidence before handling calls independently
Continue learning new systems and solutions over time
Collaborate with the team to find solutions, share ideas, and learn from one another
Identify small, practical ways to make daily tasks easier for the team
Requirements
High school education
1+ year of experience in a call centre and/or technical support environment
General IT knowledge and experience troubleshooting hardware and software
Computer hardware troubleshooting skills
Experience working with printers
Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Customer problem-solving skills
Bilingual in French and English, both verbal and written, to provide daily support to clients in Québec and outside Québec
CompTIA certification or similar technical background (preferred)
Experience with ServiceNow or other ticketing systems (preferred)
Familiarity with Active Directory (preferred)
Strong general technical aptitude and troubleshooting depth (preferred)
Excellent communication skills with a white-glove customer service mindset
Strong de-escalation skills and ability to remain calm under pressure
Proactive self-starter with a strong sense of initiative
Ability to learn quickly
Ability to work independently
Collaborative and service-oriented approach
Benefits
6-month contract
Full-time position: 37.50 hours per week
On-site events 2 to 3 times per year
Structured training at the start of the assignment
Continuous learning new systems and solutions over time
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