Technical Support Analyst II - Enterprise Technology

Since 1940, Dairy Queen® has been one of the world’s best known and loved brands. Based in Minneapolis, MN, International Dairy Queen Inc., (IDQ), is the parent company of American Dairy Queen Corporation. As a leading franchisor, there are more than 7,000 independently owned and operated restaurants in the U.S., Canada and more than 20 countries around the world. IDQ is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (Berkshire) which is led by Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and CEO of Berkshire.

Here at IDQ, we create extraordinary Fan experiences every day and we do this through our commitment to hiring and retaining only the best in class talent. We firmly believe that our employees are the catalyst to the success of the company where their initiative, strategic thinking, and entrepreneurial spirit are recognized and rewarded. We're looking for motivated, passionate and dedicated individuals with an inherent need and ambition to go after bigger challenges.

Provides advanced technical and customer service support to local and remote staff. Responsibilities include responding to Level I technical and desktop support for incidents and requests, performing advanced troubleshooting procedures, and solving complex technical problems on computer hardware, software, components, and network connectivity. This includes, but is not limited to, desktop PCs, laptops, telephones, printers, audio/visual (AV) equipment, MS 365 products, and various proprietary applications.

The Technical Support Analyst (TSA) II will utilize remote access to client PCs to support advanced solutions, maintain and administer Active Directory network accounts, and process/manage customer information using ServiceNow. A vital function of the Analyst will be maintaining high customer satisfaction by interacting with users via ServiceNow Self-Service, chat, telephone, and email. Additionally, the role involves mentoring Level I analysts, handling escalated issues, and contributing to the development of support documentation and training materials.

Primary Accountabilities:

Administration & Support

• Ability to perform all TSA I activities along with the following:
• Maintain high customer service for all support queries and adhere to service management principles by retaining ownership of user issues, updating end-user tickets with comprehensive notes, and communicating progress in a timely manner.
• Possess deeper technical knowledge to resolve more complex issues. This includes diagnosing and resolving intricate hardware problems, addressing software conflicts and compatibility issues, and escalating long-lasting hardware failures to vendors when necessary. They analyze system logs, perform diagnostics, and implement advanced solutions to verify resolution.
• Administration of user accounts, permissions, and roles in Active Directory or similar systems. They perform tasks such as creating and modifying MS365 Teams, setting up new workstations, repurposing hardware, and managing mobile assets. They document all administrative actions and ensure systems are updated and secure.
• Use scripting languages like PowerShell or Python to automate repetitive tasks and improve efficiency. They write, test, and deploy scripts in production environments and troubleshoot any issues that arise during the process.
• Provide in-depth support for specific applications used within the organization, such as Adobe, ScreenMeet, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Applications. They configure and customize applications to meet user needs, diagnose and resolve common installation errors, and review installation logs to troubleshoot issues.
• TSA II should be familiar with network configurations, workstation logs, security awareness, and act as a vendor liaison, handling vendor technical support requests when problems cannot be resolved.
• Be an advanced trainer and mentor.
• Receive and manage internal escalations.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Service Development

• Efficient handling and prioritization of support tickets. Use ITSM principles and ServiceNow to manage tickets, communications, and maintain and track changes to the Knowledge Database.
• Identify and manage recurring issues through root cause analysis and trend analysis. Conduct thorough investigations to determine the underlying causes of problems and implement solutions to prevent recurrence. Document and communicate the problems and resolutions effectively.
• Knowledge Base Contribution: Adding new solutions and updating existing articles in the knowledge base. Searching and applying solutions. Reporting knowledge gaps. Reviewing expired articles.
• Standard Operating Procedures: Documenting standard procedures for common tasks and issues and ensuring SOPs are easily accessible to all team members.
• Feedback and Improvement: Gathering feedback from users and team members. Collecting Feedback: On the usefulness of knowledge base articles. Continuous Improvement: Improving documentation based on feedback and new insights.
• Anticipate customers' and teammates’ needs and proactively identify solutions.
• Create and maintain knowledge of emerging technology.
• Consider, propose, and collaborate on ideas around continuously improving service delivery.

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with people at all levels of the organization
• Effectively translate complex, technical concepts into easy-to-understand language to assist non-technically oriented customers
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with staff members, customers, franchisees, and vendors.
• Work in a team environment, making positive contributions to the organization.

The US national hourly range for this position is $32.23- $38.67. This role is elgible for overtime. The range displayed reflects the targeted hiring range for positions across all US locations. Individual pay is determined by job-related skills, work location and relevant education or experience.

Education and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3 to 5 years of prior Help Desk and Desktop Support experience for a company with at least 400 users
• 3 years of experience supporting Windows operating systems and Office products; proficiency supporting Macintosh hardware and software a plus
• Experience supporting and troubleshooting network connectivity (local, remote, VPN) issues
• ITSM experience a plus, including ITIL principles
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize multiple requests, meet deadlines, and achieve goals
• Strong telephone, oral, and written communication skills required
• Ability to work and rotate support shifts as required
• Must demonstrate accountability, willingness to accept responsibility, and commitment to customer satisfaction and excellent attention to detail.
• Minimal travel will be required

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Benefits

Our benefit package supports the well-being of our employees and their families.  Our comprehensive benefit package includes, medical, dental, 401K match, paid time off (including volunteer time as well as parental leave) and so much more!  To learn more about our great benefit offerings, Click Here.

Work Environment

Most positions located out of our global headquarters in Bloomington, MN will work a hybrid work schedule where you will work 2 collaboration days a week.  Additional in office time may be required to support team/project needs.  Positions will be identified as “remote eligible” when consideration will be given to candidates outside of drivable distance to our Bloomington office.

Inclusion & Belonging

We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion and belonging for all who touch DQ. We believe in and commit to fostering a community where employees bring their authentic selves to work, and where we recruit, engage, and retain employees, franchise owners, and suppliers based on qualifications and merit. We strive to maintain an environment where everyone feels welcome.

IDQ is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new team members. You must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.