Job Description
Technical Support Specialist – help desk (level I/II) to our dealers and distributors
Do you like building your own computer and figuring out how all the electronics work? Do you enjoy explaining technology and how it works and helping someone troubleshooting when it isn’t? Do you enjoy a good puzzle of ‘how does this work’ and ‘why did that make something else start/stop working’? Are you experienced with Internet Protocols, networking, Juniper Networks, etc?
If all of this describes you and you’d like to take your helpdesk experience in a new direction, read on.
Due to a recent promotion, Remote Technologies Inc (RTI) has a need for a Technical Support Specialist at their Shakopee, MN location. This position will provide technical support by phone to our worldwide network of RTI dealers and distributors, providing troubleshooting, issue resolution, and deep product knowledge. You will do all of this by utilizing your excellent communication and superior customer service skills. This position will work mostly onsite in Shakopee (hybrid work may be available after the 6-month training period).
Position Summary
Receive, respond to, and resolve inbound client communications (telephone and email) on products
Provide technical support (troubleshooting and issue resolution) for RTI’s Dealers and Distributors
Diagnose hardware problems, assess system status, and determine the proper course of action
Proactively seeks technical guidance from more experience staff for difficult and unusual situations
Document and communicate any recurring/critical client issue received
Maintain and build positive relationships with RTI’s Dealers and Distributors
Maintain a high competency level on all RTI products, through self-paced training sessions.
Provide accurate information through data entry into Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database (Salesforce.com)
Create case tracking information in a CRM database on customer communications to Technical Support
Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree IT, electronics, engineering, A/V, or coding preferred (or be a student in school working towards a degree/certification)
Minimum 1 - 2 years relevant electronics/IT experience; networking and internet protocol experience a huge plus
Overall experience working in LAN / WAN environments
Experience with low voltage services (physical layer, equipment installation) in the following fields preferred: electronic, fire alarm & life safety, and/or building automation
Proven technical troubleshooting skills
Proficiency in the Microsoft Suite tools (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Experience with Salesforce.com or similar customer relationship management (CRM) software
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to listen and accurately track and collect information
Any relevant certifications are a definite plus
RTI is a small and growing company where you will get the opportunity to learn. A successful person in this role has many opportunities for growth in the company. You will be interacting with nearly everyone in the organization to work on the success of the products and the growth of our customers.
Remote Technologies Incorporated (RTI) is a leading control systems manufacturer offering innovative, sophisticated, and user-friendly devices for professionally installed electronic systems. The company’s wide array of award-winning handheld and in-wall universal controllers, central processors, audio distribution systems, and accessories are marketed exclusively through a worldwide network of professional integrators.
Company Description
What if you could manage all your home devices from one place...
At Remote Technologies Inc. (RTI) that is our goal. Enabling a seamless user experience across platforms. Bringing Apple and Android together. A smart home experience done smartly.
The award-winning RTI portfolio of smart home products (wired and wireless controls, processors, and software) deliver an exceptional and personalized control solutions to our users.
Founded in 1992 with a committed focus on the custom installation market, Remote Technologies Incorporated (RTI) is a leading control systems manufacturer offering innovative, sophisticated, and user-friendly devices for professionally installed electronic systems. The company’s wide array of award-winning handheld and in-wall universal controllers, central processors, audio distribution systems, software programs and apps, and accessories are marketed exclusively through a worldwide network of distributors to professional dealers, integrators and installers.
What if you could manage all your home devices from one place...\r\nAt Remote Technologies Inc. (RTI) that is our goal. Enabling a seamless user experience across platforms. Bringing Apple and Android together. A smart home experience done smartly. \r\nThe award-winning RTI portfolio of smart home products (wired and wireless controls, processors, and software) deliver an exceptional and personalized control solutions to our users.\r\n\r\nFounded in 1992 with a committed focus on the custom installation market, Remote Technologies Incorporated (RTI) is a leading control systems manufacturer offering innovative, sophisticated, and user-friendly devices for professionally installed electronic systems. The company’s wide array of award-winning handheld and in-wall universal controllers, central processors, audio distribution systems, software programs and apps, and accessories are marketed exclusively through a worldwide network of distributors to professional dealers, integrators and installers.