HelpDesk Specialist - Pacific Time Zone Hours

Overview:

If you’re looking for a high-energy, inclusive atmosphere and a company that understands the importance of work/life balance, Commonwealth is your match! From generous bonus and 401(k) programs to tuition reimbursement and flexible work schedules, Commonwealth is focused on helping its employees thrive in an environment suited to their needs. On top of all that, the Technology department offers a hybrid work schedule, so you’ll be able to work from home for part of the week!

We’re looking for a helpdesk specialist to join our ranks. Are you a proactive problem solver with exceptional customer service skills? As a helpdesk specialist, you will put your technical expertise to use, providing our more than 900 home office employees with the technical support they need to do their jobs. In addition, you’ll provide technical recommendations and support to our more than 2,000 advisors, as well as their staff, regarding any technology they use. Ours is a fast-paced, on-your-toes environment, and a positive, can-do attitude is a must.

Please note: This is a full-time opportunity, working 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PST with a 60-minute lunch break.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing first-level technical support to home office staff, as well as to Commonwealth advisors and their staff, on a wide range of issues and products
• Prioritizing and processing help requests to identify and resolve technical issues

Core Strengths and Skills

• Excellent communication skills (phone etiquette, listening skills, and follow-up skills)
• Knowledge and experience troubleshooting basic-to-advanced Windows 10/11 OS and browser problems
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite 2016, 2019, and Office 365 functionality and troubleshooting basic connectivity issues; experience with advanced Microsoft Outlook functionality and protocols involved with connecting to Exchange
• Knowledge of Active Directory, Azure, and domain environments
• Experience in providing mobile device support (iOS, Android)
• Ability to troubleshoot TCP/IP networking issues, including network devices such as printers and scanners
• 3+ years’ experience working in a technical support role
• CompTIA A+, Microsoft MD-100, or equivalent technical certification preferred

Have we piqued your curiosity? Can you see yourself thriving in this opportunity? 

Picture Yourself Here 

At Commonwealth, we believe in a better world. We hold ourselves and each other to higher standards. We take care of one another. That’s why we invest in you—we encourage employee growth both in your career and education; we are building out a robust diversity, equity, and inclusion program; we offer incredible health care benefits; and we find plenty of occasions to celebrate. What’s not to love? 

We are always striving to be better, and we are looking for employees who share that same mindset. Better people, better coworkers, better leaders, better creators. Bring your best work and your full self to the table, and we will do the same. Together, we can build a better future for our advisors, their clients, our company, and you. 

About Commonwealth 

Commonwealth Financial Network, Member FINRA/SIPC, a Registered Investment Adviser, provides a suite of business solutions that empowers more than 2,000 independent financial advisors nationwide. Privately held since 1979, the firm has headquarters in Waltham, Massachusetts; San Diego, California and a new office opening soon in greater Cincinnati, Ohio. 

Turning our advisors into raving fans starts by doing the same for our employees. We foster an environment of excellence, growth, rewards, and fun in equal measure, which has earned us 44 Best Place to Work awards.   

The Fine Print 

We care about your online safety as a prospective employee and encourage you to exercise caution when responding to job postings online. Commonwealth will never ask potential hiring candidates to pay or transfer funds as a precondition of interviews or employment, nor will we authorize recruiters or agents to do so on our behalf.  

Commonwealth is an equal opportunity employer, making intentional efforts to source talent from all backgrounds.