Helpdesk/IT Support Specialist
** This position is currently based in Louisville, KY. The company, and the position, will be relocating to New Albany, IN, in late summer 2026.**
WARE is seeking a Helpdesk/IT Support Specialist to serve as the frontline of IT support, providing timely, professional assistance to all employees while ensuring smooth operation of the organization’s technology environment. This role is responsible for monitoring, managing, and resolving IT support tickets, performing basic troubleshooting, and escalating more complex issues to senior IT staff.
The position ensures that employees can access critical systems, devices, and applications without disruption, directly impacting productivity, operational efficiency, and overall user satisfaction. The Helpdesk/IT Support Specialist also maintains accurate documentation, tracks recurring technical issues, and supports onboarding and offboarding processes.
As the first point of contact for IT problems, this role requires a balance of technical skill, strong communication, and problem-solving abilities. The Helpdesk Specialist is critical in reducing downtime, streamlining support operations, and enabling higher-level IT staff to focus on strategic initiatives, such as systems development, infrastructure modernization, and enterprise application management.
This role also contributes to IT governance and service quality by ensuring tickets are documented, resolved efficiently, and escalations are handled according to priority. The Helpdesk Specialist supports a culture of technology reliability, user empowerment, and proactive IT service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Ticket Management & User Support
- Monitor and respond to incoming support tickets, emails, and calls
- Log, categorize, prioritize, and assign tickets in the helpdesk system
- Provide Tier 1 troubleshooting for:
- Password resets and account lockouts
- Email and Microsoft 365 issues
- Printer and peripheral support
- Basic application errors
- VPN connectivity issues
- Escalate complex issues to Systems Admin or Applications Developer
- Follow up with users to confirm resolution and satisfaction
Desktop & Endpoint Support
- Assist with workstation setup and configuration
- Install approved software applications
- Support basic hardware troubleshooting
- Perform routine system checks and updates
- Assist with patch verification and compliance
User Account Administration
- Create and disable user accounts under supervision
- Manage password resets and MFA enrollment
- Assist with onboarding and offboarding checklists
- Maintain access documentation and approval workflows
Documentation & Process Support
- Maintain knowledge base articles and FAQs
- Document recurring issues and suggest improvements
- Track ticket metrics and identify common trends
- Assist with IT asset tracking updates
Customer Service & Communication
- Provide professional and timely communication to employees
- Explain technical issues in non-technical language
- Maintain positive working relationships across departments
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Associate’s degree in Information Technology or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 1–3 years experience in IT support or helpdesk environment
- Experience supporting business users preferred
Technical Skills
- Familiarity with Windows operating systems
- Basic understanding of Microsoft 365 environment
- Experience using helpdesk/ticketing systems
- Basic networking knowledge (IP addressing, Wi-Fi troubleshooting)
- Understanding of Active Directory user management
- Experience with HCL Notes/Domino is a plus
Soft Skills
- Strong customer service orientation
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Ability to manage multiple requests simultaneously
- Ability to follow documented procedures
Position Details
- Full-time, salary, in-office position, $65,000-$75,000
- Health, dental, vision, and disability insurance
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Christmas bonus
- Profit-sharing opportunities
- 401(k) with company match
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