Remote Customer Technical Support

Posted 11 Hours Ago
26 Locations
In-Office or Remote
17-20 Hourly
Junior
Security
The Role
Provide inbound phone support to residential and small business customers regarding alarm systems and home automation. Diagnose software and hardware issues using guided troubleshooting workflows, educate customers, de-escalate concerns, and resolve problems during calls. When needed, explain virtual service options and schedule onsite technician visits. The role requires multitasking across systems, reliable attendance, strong communication, empathy, independent work, and a quiet, distraction-free home workspace.
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Position Summary:

Are you a problem-solver? ADT is looking for qualified candidates that possess the ability to self-manage and work independently in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment. You should be able to multitask across multiple systems and applications, are comfortable navigating a technical environment with the ability to follow guided troubleshooting steps, such as troubleshooting software and hardware. We're searching for someone that is open to input, dependable, and has a distraction-free workspace. You should have a passion for customer service and ownership of the customer experience, including issue resolution. You're not only here to solve technical problems but also to de-escalate situations with customers by providing patient assistance and support.

ADT is committed to hiring team members who are passionate about providing exceptional customer service – people who understand the importance of customer satisfaction and what it means to their career development. As a company that is well-positioned to continue meeting and exceeding our customers’ evolving needs.  ADT also takes pride in upholding a rewarding work experience for all of our team members. The Customer Technical Support Team is responsible for all residential and small business inbound phone calls, which consists of assisting customers with alarm system questions, finding solutions for technical issues, walking the customer through troubleshooting steps, and other technical assistance.

Responsibilities:

  • You will work in a dynamic,  collaborative environment, working closely with customers and coworkers.
  • Able to self-manage and work independently in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
  • Able to multitask across multiple systems and applications
  • Receive customer inbound phone calls for various alarm system and home automation issues providing technical assistance and customer education
  • Troubleshoot the customer’s technical issues by using our guided workflows which walk you and the customer step by step through various resolutions with the goal of solving the customers issue while on the phone
  • Regular, consistent and punctual attendance
  • Duties also include presenting our Virtual Service Call process that saves the customer both time and money if the problem can’t be solved on the call. 
  • Assisting customers with scheduling an onsite Technician visit if required, after positively positioning Virtual and self-serve options. 
  • Strong emphasis on providing excellent customer interactions and experiences by using empathy, soft skills, and connecting with the customer
  • WFH position must have private work area that is quiet and free of distractions and meets company standards with adequate internet bandwidth to perform the role
  • Passion for customer service and ownership of the customer experience, including comprehensive issue resolution
  • Being fluid with changes and receptive to feedback towards ongoing performance improvements and technological enhancements 

What’s in it for you?

  • You play an important role in saving lives for a living
  • ADT will provide all necessary equipment and resources to allow you to be successful in your roles, which includes paid on-the-job training
  • ADT provides great, highly competitive pay, paid time off, pet insurance, and other compensation perks (401k + matching, comprehensive medical benefits, etc.).  We also offer tuition reimbursement for academic pursuits, adoption assistance, volunteer opportunities, childcare and eldercare resources, and much more.
  • ADT offers a shift-differential policy that provides employees with supplemental pay on top of their hourly rate during times of higher-than-average customer call volume and when working less-desirable shifts.
  • Pathway to promotion. ADT provides the opportunities and skills needed to learn and train so you can explore exciting opportunities across the ADT family that will continue to challenge and empower you.   

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Strong Organizational skills
  • Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
  • Reliable and Dependable
  • Ability to empathize and connect with the customer
  • Ability to multitask with ease, effectively prioritize tasks and be a self-starter
  • Demonstrated proficient problem solving & customer de-escalation skills

Experience:

  • Minimum of one (1) year of customer service experience required.
  • Technical experience is a plus but not required

Skills:

  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Able to type at least 35 wpm.
  • Intermediate knowledge of computer applications.
  • Strong organizational skills.

 

Pay and Benefits Disclosure:

The starting hourly rate for this position is $17.00 per hour and will reach $20.00 per hour after 180 days of employment. (You will receive incremental increases of .50 every 30 days until the rate of $20.00 is reached). We offer employees access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits and paid time off among others. Employees accrue up to 120 hours in their first year. Your accrual rate increases after your first year. We also offer 6 paid holidays.
The anticipated end date for application submission is 9/4/26.  The role is scheduled to start 10/12/26.

About the Team

Company Overview:


ADT has been in the business of helping save lives since 1874. As the #1 smart home security provider in the U.S., we help protect and connect families, businesses and larger commercial customer every day. Our continuous innovation, advanced technology and strategic partnerships deliver products and services that help protect life and valuables, whether at home, your business or on the go. And as times change, so do we. Above all, our mission is clear: we help save lives for a living. Looking for a career where you can make a real impact? Join our team today and put purpose behind your paycheck. #WeAreADT 

 

Check out more about life at ADT here.

Skills Required

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • At least one year of customer service experience
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Reliable and dependable work performance
  • Ability to empathize and connect with customers
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, and self-manage
  • Problem-solving and customer de-escalation skills
  • Ability to type at least 35 words per minute
  • Intermediate knowledge of computer applications
  • Technical experience
  • Quiet, private, distraction-free home workspace with adequate internet bandwidth

ADT Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ADT and has not been reviewed or approved by ADT.

  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with a per‑paycheck company match and the possibility of an additional year‑end contribution is positioned as competitive. Feedback suggests this is a reliable anchor of total compensation value.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave, adoption/infertility support, and childcare discounts are highlighted as part of the package. Feedback suggests these offerings add meaningful non‑cash value across different employee groups.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Core medical/dental/vision coverage is paired with an EAP, wellbeing programs, and employee discounts, with noted emphasis on mental‑health initiatives. Eligibility beginning the first of the month after 31 days in many roles reinforces accessibility and day‑to‑day usefulness.

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The Company
HQ: Boca Raton, FL
21,118 Employees
Year Founded: 1874

What We Do

ADT is the most trusted brand in smart home and business security. Through innovative products, partnerships and the largest network of smart home security professionals in the United States, we connect and protect what matters most to our customers at home, work and on the go. For more information, visit www.adt.com.

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