About the Role: We are looking for looking for an experienced, high-energy Desktop/Network Support Associate (f/m/d) to join our IT CSA team. In this role, you will support a fast moving and highly productive office, to enable them to deliver a high-quality service to our customers. You will look after all hardware and software issues forwarded via our Global Service Desk with the support from your global team. This will include troubleshooting, maintenance, installs and training, and other services as required. This is a position that will also share and contribute to the Client Support analyst role for the Benelux Office in our External Logistic Facility in Tilburg. Further, this position includes opportunities to enhance contribution and experience by assisting with network administration for the EMEA region.
This position will be located at our facility in Paris, France, with work from home days possible as part of a hybrid arrangement, depending upon the responsibilities of the role and business needs.
Responsibilities:
- Perform desktop and network support conforming to Gore Medical and Enterprise standards
- Quickly and accurately diagnose third- and fourth-level desktop incidents, providing timely resolution and professional communication to the customer
- Spend approximately 70% of your time focused on end-user support for the French office inside and outside associates
- Spend approximately 30% of your time focused on collaboration with our Network team in EMEA region.
- Liaise with other global teams and external service providers to support specialized (non-standard) applications and systems
- Liaise with Network and Voice IT Team to help supporting the local computer room and network equipment
- Be a highly motivated and dedicated team player though also capable of working independently
- Possess a high sense of responsibility and service orientation, be responsive to business needs while ensuring alignment with Gore Medical and Enterprise standards
- Train and certify to all quality systems as required
- Supporting remote users via remote tools
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or University Degree in a computer-related field plus minimum 1 years of experience installing and maintaining PC hardware and software in an office environment, or Associate degree in a computer-related field plus minimum 4 years of experience installing and maintaining PC hardware and software in an office environment, or 5 years of experience installing and maintaining PC hardware and software in an office environment
- Experience providing desktop and network support in a Sales office environment
- Knowledge of Windows 10/11, Active Directory & Entra ID, WiFi, IP Networks, iPhone/iPad Apps, Outlook and Microsoft 365
- Foundational knowledge of ITIL and practical experience with ITSM processes and tools
- Ability to provide quality customer service with the willingness to follow standards and procedures, including documentation of processes
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Possess strong initiative and self-motivation with willingness to grow and develop within the commitment, keeping up to date with current trends in the industry
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of technical and non-technical associates in a team environment, including the ability to read and express in English
- Willingness to respond to critical or emergency after-hours business needs
- Ability to travel < 20%
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience with teaching, training, or helping along IT projects
- Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Windows & MacOS operating systems and Microsoft Office Suite with industry-recognized certifications from CompTia, ITIL, Service Now, Microsoft, Cisco, or others
- Analytical approach to troubleshooting hardware and software problems within domain environments, TCP/IP, Canon and HP printers, Microsoft Outlook, and wireless networks
What We Offer: Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.
We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits
We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.
Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions at gore.com/careers/contact