Field Service Team Lead at eXcell
Queens, NY 11373
About the Job
At
, we set you up for job success right from the start. Our precision recruiting process aligns the right fit for the right people.We have a new opportunity for a qualified Field Service Team Lead to join our team onsite in New York, NY. This Lead must have a strong background in break-fix operations, particularly in high-demand, mission-critical environments such as banking or finance. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing a team of technicians focused on troubleshooting, replacing, repairing, and maintaining hardware and network devices. This resource must have the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.
Duties andResponsibilities:
Oversee the day-to-day activities of the break-fix team, ensuring that the Incidents are resolved within SLA timeframes
Coordinate within the designated locations, assign tasks to technicians and prioritize incidents based on severity, business impact, or risks in fulfilling the SLA
Oversee Incident workload within the pre-defined SLA timeframes adjusting Technicians according to the priorities and satisfaction of SLA
Review technician Resolution and Closure notes to ensure all relevant details (time, location, systems affected, severity, actions taken, parts consumed, parts ordering, etc) are logged accurately, provide metrics reporting weekly
Escalate incidents which may be unable to be resolved within the agreed Service Levels. Escalations can be either technical (to higher-level support) or managerial
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to a team of IT technicians, ensuring they are properly trained and equipped to handle break-fix issues
Foster a collaborative team environment that encourages continuous improvement and skill development
Oversee the proactive monitoring of Technicians utilization and SLA performance
Create and share reports with management identifying problem areas, with recommendations for improvement at the Team and individual level
Collaborate with internal logistics teams for parts and equipment replacement to maintain proper stocking of assigned vehicle
Maintain an inventory of IT assets and ensure accurate documentation required of the CMDB
Recommend and develop improvement processes for managing break-fix issues
Create and / or maintain thorough documentation of issues, solutions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and efficiency across the team
Ensure that all break-fix tasks are completed within agreed-upon Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
Provide regular performance and incident reporting to management, detailing issue resolution times, out of SLA performance, OT, and areas for improvement
Serve as a point of escalation and be available for on-call support when necessary to ensure that break-fix issues are addressed promptly. Maintain the geographic areas needs during times of planned and unplanned PTO.
Skills and Qualifications:
Minimum 5+ years of experience in IT support, with at least 2 to 3 years in a lead or senior technical role, preferably in a break-fix environments within a banking or financial sector is a plus
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience
CompTIA A+ certification required
Network+, or Security+ certification required
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) preferred
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) preferred
ITIL Foundation Certification preferred
Proficiency in hardware repair or replacement (desktops, laptops, printers, monitors, docking stations)
Strong knowledge of operating systems (Windows 10 & 11) with a focus on configuring end user devices
Strong knowledge of updating and reporting with ServiceNow
Familiarity with networking hardware (routers, switches, firewalls, WAP)
Knowledge of ITIL and Incident management best practices
- Proven experience leading teams, managing workloads, and resolving conflicts
- Ability to mentor and develop junior technicians
Ability to quickly diagnose and resolve technical issues in a fast-paced environment, with a strong focus on minimizing downtime to meet SLA's
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to explain technical issues to non-technical stakeholders and collaborate with cross-functional teams
Strong ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks for yourself and the team
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
Ability to lift and move IT equipment (up to 50 lbs.)
$38.46 per hour
Full COVID-19 vaccination may be required.
We offer a comprehensive benefit package that you can elect into including but not limited to: Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, Dental), 401k, Basic Life / AD&D, Supplemental Insurances Plans, Paid Time Off Plan, Paid Holiday, Paid Sick Leave plan, FSA / HSA Pre-Tax Benefits, Employee Discounts.
W2 only, no Corp to Corp. We are unable to sponsor H1B visas at this time. **