What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Support Specialist position at The Shyft Group USA, Inc?
Technical Support Specialist | The Shyft Group (TSG) | Landisville, PA
Regular Employee | Salary Non-Exempt
Who we are:
At The Shyft Group we are driven to deliver. Proudly the North American leader in specialty vehicles, our portfolio of last-mile delivery vehicles, work trucks, and motorhome chassis bring people, goods, and services where they need to be.
We are strengthened by ten industry-leading brands - Utilimaster®, Blue Arc™, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag®, Magnum®, Strobes-R-Us®, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamond™, Builtmore™ and Independent Truck Upfitters™. Over 4,000 employees across eleven states and two countries work independently and together as one team under Shyft, building chassis, vehicle bodies, and accessories that improve every route, every run, every ride.
Empowered by a supportive, inclusive, and highly entrepreneurial culture, every person behind our brands is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Together under the Shyft umbrella, our teams drive new synergies that bring innovations to life on the road — for an experience that is safer, more satisfying, more rewarding all around.
With 50 years and millions of miles behind us, we continue to charge forward — leading the commercial vehicle transition to electric, innovating across all our brands, and earning our position among Fortune’s 100 Fastest Growing Companies.
What you’ll do:
The Technical Support Specialist position is responsible for receiving, recording, and reconciling customer / end user technical questions on use and implementation of computer products, in a timely and professional manner.
- Answer incoming customer telephone calls in a courteous and professional manner
- Assist customers/end users with questions on product installation, usage, and implementation
- Respond to and investigate customer/end user inquiries, concerns, and issues via phone, fax, mail, and e-mail in a timely and courteous manner
- Answer customer inquiries and provide appropriate technical and/or product-related information
- Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
- Escalate complex inquiries
- Research and resolve customer complaints
- Obtain customer feedback information
- Effectively communicate customer issues and concerns to all applicable internal staff members
- Document all contacts, actions, and responses in helpdesk tracking system
- Organize and maintain a file system; correspondence, and other records
- Maintain working knowledge of products and/or services
- Prepare reports and correspondence, as needed
- Other tasks as assigned
Requirements:
- Associate degree in information technology, computer science, or related field preferred
- 2 years of related technical support experience
- Excellent attendance
- Positive attitude
- Strong and consistent attention to detail
- Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
- Team oriented
- Capable of comprehensive listening (understanding the message(s) that is being communicated)
- Proven customer service skills
- Experience training users of all levels to be proficient using computer-based applications
- Versatile, flexible, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities
- Proficient with a variety of desktop and internet applications
- Experience with cell phones, smart phones, tablets
- Hands-on experience installing/reinstalling operating systems and applications. This includes network, printer, and other driver software
- Must be familiar with common office automation applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, including Outlook, etc.)
- Knowledge of:
o Network printer function and the ability to troubleshoot printing problems
o VoIP phone functions and the ability to troubleshoot problems
o Windows operating systems
- Able to:
o Develop a thorough understanding of company’s IST products and services
- Strong:
o Interpersonal skills
o Organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Why The Shyft Group?
At The Shyft Group, we believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we’re committed to fostering an environment where you can thrive personally and professionally. When you succeed, we all succeed. We offer comprehensive benefits that prioritize your health, financial well-being, and work/life balance—because we know your best work happens when you feel supported in every aspect of life.
Stay Healthy: Your health is our priority. We provide:
- Comprehensive Medical and Rx Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Complete Dental and Vision Coverage
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- A proactive Wellness Plan to help you stay at your best
Financial Security: We’re here to help you build a secure future. Our benefits include:
- 401(k) Retirement Savings with employer contributions
- Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
- Company-Paid Life and Dependent Life Insurance
- Options for Voluntary Term Life Insurance
Work/Life Balance: We know a fulfilling life outside of work fuels success at work. We offer:
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Educational Reimbursement to support your professional growth
- An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for guidance when you need it
- Dependent Care FSA to help manage family responsibilities
At The Shyft Group, we don’t just offer benefits—we offer peace of mind. Join us and experience the difference!
The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.
The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer
Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.
