About the Role
The Service Desk Analyst is the first point of contact for customers at private inspection facilities, providing high-quality support via phone, email, and in person. This role focuses on resolving technical and account-related issues efficiently, aiming for first-contact resolution whenever possible. Complex issues are escalated to Tier 2 or Tier 3 support as appropriate, while consistently maintaining a high standard of customer service.
Responsibilities
- Respond to and resolve customer inquiries using available tools and resources
- Escalate issues or assign Field Service Representatives (FSRs) when needed
- Route inquiries appropriately based on escalation procedures
- Provide appropriate information and documentation for motorists regarding 10 Day extensions, waivers, and any additional program assistance available (OBD escalations)
- Send requested documentation to customers via email, mail, or fax
- Assist customers with regulation questions by reading them to the customer
- Assist with Drawdown account setup and replenishment
- Process Return Authorizations (RA) and Sales Orders (SO)
- Answer questions regarding RA/SO
- Support billing with collections and inventory-related returns
- Provide inbound and outbound sales support, including occasional upselling efforts
- Adhere to documented troubleshooting standards on all calls
- Guide customers through website functionality, including password resets, inspector assignments, access to system resources, and facility/inspector license applications and renewals
- Adhere to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and understand revenue impact
- Collaborate with peers during high-volume periods to ensure service continuity
- Generate and maintain reports as required
- Assist in formulating knowledge base, user guides and tips for future reference
- Re-route calls as necessary
- Assist with onboarding and mentoring of new team members
- Demonstrate professionalism and lead by example
- Provide backup support to other analysts as required
- Interact well with both employees and difficult customers during situations requiring tact and persuasion
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years in a help desk role
- Intermediate Excel skills preferred (e.g., PivotTables, VLOOKUP, formulas)
- Proficiency in Windows OS and Microsoft Office suite
- NetSuite knowledge a plus (will train)
- In-depth knowledge of computer systems strongly preferred
- Experience with accounting or ERP software preferred (NetSuite a plus)
- SQL and Oracle experience beneficial but not required
- Spanish proficiency is a plus
Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Ability to manage challenging interactions with professionalism
- Team-oriented and adaptable in a dynamic support environment
- Organized with strong time management and multitasking capabilities
- Proactive, creative thinker with customer-first mindset
Location
- 98 Niver St, Cohoes NY
Work Type
- Office-based
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 2 years
Education Level
- Associate degree in Computer Science or related field (preferred)
- Industry Recognized certifications or equivalent experience also considered
Salary/Compensations
- 21.50/hr
Benefits
- benefits package provided
