Senior Technical Support Specialist

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Portsmouth, NH, USA
In-Office
29-40 Hourly
Senior level
HR Tech • Insurance • Professional Services • Software
The Role
Leads daily service desk operations, manages escalated technical support requests, and troubleshoots hardware, software, network, virtual desktop, and application issues. Supports employee onboarding, transfers, leave, and terminations through account and equipment management. Maintains IT assets and supplies, improves procedures, coaches support staff, documents tickets, and assists with infrastructure projects, security administration, and equipment maintenance.
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Senior Technical Support Specialist
Department: Information Technology
Reports To: Manager, IT Infrastructure
Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Location: Portsmouth, NH

Schedule: Hybrid, 3 days in office, Monday-Friday

FedPoint is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Technical Support Specialist to join our IT Infrastructure Team. This role is ideal for a seasoned IT professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, excels at solving complex technical issues, and takes pride in delivering exceptional customer service. As a senior member of the Service Desk, you will oversee daily operations, mentor team members, maintain high-quality service standards, and ensure efficient resolution of end-user support requests.

This position plays a key role in supporting organizational technology needs, driving operational excellence, and ensuring a seamless employee experience throughout the HR lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Service Desk Leadership and Support – 40%
• Manage, triage, and oversee daily help desk requests while ensuring timely and accurate documentation of all actions taken.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting for laptops, desktops, virtual desktops, network connectivity, and application issues.
• Monitor ticket progression end-to-end, escalating when necessary and driving continuous improvement in service delivery.

HR Lifecycle Technology Support – 25%
• Lead IT processes related to onboarding, terminations, transfers, and leaves of absence.
• Ensure accurate account creation, deactivation, access management, and equipment provisioning.
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to ensure full compliance with internal protocols and policies.

Process Development & Coaching – 15%
• Contribute to the creation, improvement, and documentation of departmental procedures.
• Provide coaching to Technical Support Specialists to reinforce best practices and enhance ticketing system efficiency.

IT Asset Management – 10%
• Track, maintain, and update hardware and software inventory.
• Oversee the distribution, allocation, ordering, and disposal of assets in alignment with company policy.

Supply Management – 5%
• Manage procurement of IT and office supplies.
• Maintain supply inventory and ensure necessary materials are available.

Infrastructure Project Support – 5%
• Assist with technical projects, equipment maintenance, security administration, and job scheduling as needed.
• Work closely with the IT Infrastructure team to support organization-wide initiatives.

Required Education & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience supporting an IT Service Desk.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting:
– Microsoft Windows 10/11
– Microsoft Office 2013, 2016, 2019, and 365
– Laptop and desktop hardware
• Strong experience supporting wireless networks, VPN connectivity, fax/printer devices, and IP phones (preferred).
• Experience with virtual desktop platforms, antivirus applications, and laptop encryption technologies (preferred).
• Working knowledge of Active Directory and SharePoint (preferred).

Skills & Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to stay up-to-date with evolving technologies.
• Strong multi-tasking skills with the ability to prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to remain composed under pressure and resolve complex issues efficiently.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and deliver high-quality results with minimal supervision.
• Strong customer service orientation and professional communication skills (required).
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and communicate clearly with colleagues, managers, and end users (required).

What to Expect on Pay:

The salary range for this role is $29.28 – $39.61 per hour. We’ve shared the full range to stay transparent — but most new hires join us between the minimum and the midpoint, depending on skills and experience.

Final compensation is based on a mix of factors including qualifications, experience, and education, as well as internal equity and budget considerations.

Why Join Us?

At FedPoint, our mission is to create and deliver world-class benefits experiences for our customers, clients, and business partners.

We offer a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration are encouraged. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact while honing your skills and advancing your career.

In addition to working for a company with great people and an excellent reputation, what’s in it for you?

  • Generous 401k plan: 100% match of employee's contribution, up to a maximum of 6% salary, vests immediately.
  • Bonus Opportunity: Qualifying employees can earn an annual bonus based on company metrics and personal performance.
  • Lots of paid time off: 3 weeks’ vacation, 7 sick days, 3 personal days, and 12 paid holidays!
  • Competitive benefits include health, dental, vision, disability, life, legal, flexible spending account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
  • 6 weeks fully-paid parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement program to support career goals.
  • Corporate giving and matching gifts program.
  • Volunteer program: Paid time off to volunteer and company-organized volunteering opportunities.
  • A wide variety of personal, professional, and career development programs.
  • Comprehensive wellness program offering a variety of resources and activities to help support your well-being in the following areas: career, financial, mental, emotional, physical, social and community.

All offers of employment with FedPoint are conditional upon satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check.

FedPoint is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups under applicable federal, state and local laws, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call (603) 433-4500. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Poster Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Poster Employee Polygraph Protection Act Poster

Skills Required

  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience supporting an IT service desk
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Proficiency troubleshooting Microsoft Windows 10/11
  • Proficiency troubleshooting Microsoft Office 2013, 2016, 2019, and 365
  • Proficiency troubleshooting laptop and desktop hardware
  • Strong customer service orientation and professional communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively and communicate clearly with colleagues, managers, and end users
  • Experience supporting wireless networks, VPN connectivity, fax/printer devices, and IP phones
  • Experience with virtual desktop platforms, antivirus applications, and laptop encryption technologies
  • Working knowledge of Active Directory and SharePoint
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The Company
425 Employees

What We Do

FedPoint is a leading third-party administrator of large-scale insurance and health benefit programs for federal civilian and uniformed services markets. A wholly owned subsidiary of John Hancock Life & Health Insurance Company, it provides secure digital benefits marketplaces and administrative infrastructure, including the BENEFEDS platform, to power critical federal benefit programs for millions of individuals.

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