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Specialist, Desktop Support

Amherst Costa Rica International · Costa Rica

IT - Network / Systems / DB AdminExternal listingfull-timeabout 14 hours ago

About The Role

The Amherst Group of companies comprise of leading real estate investment and advisory firms with a mission to transform the way real estate is owned, financed and managed. Amherst leverages its proprietary data, analytics, technology, and decades of experience to seek solutions for a fragmented, slow-to-evolve real estate ecosystem and to materially improve the experience for residents, buyers, sellers, communities, and investors. Today Amherst has over 1000 employees and $14.1 billion in assets under management.

Over the past decade, Amherst has scaled its platform to become one of the largest operators of single-family assets and has acquired, renovated, and leased more than 46,000 homes across 32 markets in the U.S. The firm delivers customized, stabilized cash-flowing portfolios of assets to its investors, wrapped in all the ongoing services required to manage, own, and finance the asset including property management, portfolio management, and a full capital markets team. In addition to its single-family rental platform, Amherst’s debt business pursues two distinct credit strategies in mortgage-backed securities and commercial real estate lending. Over its 25-year history, Amherst has developed a deep bench of research and technology talent, and leverages data and analytics at every stage in the asset lifecycle to improve operations and preserve long-term value for our investors and the more than 188,000 residents the firm has served.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for on-site employees requiring hardware or software support.
  • Provide remote support to employees across Amherst by monitoring Jira Service Management queues and utilizing remote support tools.
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve issues related to Microsoft Windows, macOS, and iOS/iPadOS devices.
  • Configure, deploy, and maintain endpoint devices using Microsoft Intune, BigFix, or equivalent endpoint management solutions.
  • Manage software installations, updates, patch deployments, and endpoint compliance activities.
  • Provide first-level support for office printers, multifunction devices, and coordinate vendor repairs when necessary.
  • Prepare and configure equipment for new hires, conduct technology onboarding, and process equipment returns for departing employees.
  • Troubleshoot Microsoft Teams Rooms and audiovisual equipment used in conference spaces.
  • Maintain accurate IT asset inventory records and perform periodic inventory audits.
  • Coordinate warranty claims, repairs, and equipment replacements with hardware vendors.
  • Create and maintain knowledge base documentation and contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives.
  • Escalate infrastructure, network, systems, or security-related issues to the appropriate IT teams when required.

Job Requirements

Minimum Requirements

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; equivalent work experience may be considered.
  • 2–4 years of desktop support experience in an enterprise environment supporting 500+ users.
  • Experience supporting Microsoft Windows and macOS in a managed corporate environment.
  • Working knowledge of iOS and iPadOS devices.
  • Experience administering Microsoft Intune, BigFix, or similar endpoint management platforms.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.
  • Experience working with Jira Service Management or a comparable IT Service Management (ITSM) platform.
  • Experience using remote support tools such as ConnectWise Control or equivalent.
  • CompTIA A+ certification or another comparable entry-level IT certification.
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related discipline.
  • Experience supporting Microsoft Teams Rooms and audiovisual technologies.
  • Experience managing hardware lifecycle, asset inventory, and warranty processes.
  • Experience contributing to IT documentation, knowledge management, and process improvement initiatives.
  • Additional Microsoft, Apple, or endpoint management certifications.

Functional and Behavioral Skills

Functional Skills

  • Desktop hardware and software troubleshooting.
  • Microsoft Windows, macOS, iOS, and iPadOS administration.
  • Microsoft Intune and endpoint management.
  • BigFix or equivalent endpoint management platforms.
  • Microsoft 365 administration and support.
  • Jira Service Management (or equivalent ITSM platform).
  • Remote support technologies.
  • Hardware deployment, imaging, configuration, and lifecycle management.
  • IT asset inventory management.
  • Printer and audiovisual equipment support.

Behavioral Skills

  • Excellent customer service orientation.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
  • Highly organized with excellent time management skills.
  • Collaborative team player with the ability to work across global teams.
  • Adaptability and ability to prioritize multiple requests in a fast-paced environment.
  • Continuous improvement mindset and attention to detail.

Physical Demands

  • Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds (23 kg).
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move equipment for extended periods as required.

Our full-time employee benefits include

  • A competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

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