Service Desk Analyst

Location: 98 Niver St, Cohoes NY

Schedule: 1st Shift Mon-Fri, 2 Saturdays per month

Pay: 21.50/hr, benefits package provided

The Service Desk Analyst is the first point of contact for customers at private inspection facilities, providing high-quality support via phone, email, and in person. This role focuses on resolving technical and account-related issues efficiently, aiming for first-contact resolution whenever possible. Complex issues are escalated to Tier 2 or Tier 3 support as appropriate, while consistently maintaining a high standard of customer service. Responsibilities Include but are not limited to the below.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Support & Issue Resolution

• Respond to and resolve customer inquiries using available tools and Resources
• Escalate issues or assign Field Service Representatives (FSRs) when needed.
• Route inquiries appropriately based on escalation procedures.

Program & Motorist Support

• Provide appropriate information and documentation for motorist regarding:
• 10 Day extensions
• Waivers
• Any additional program assistance available (OBD escalations)
• Send requested documentation to customers via:
• Email
• Mail
• Fax
• Assist customers with regulation questions.
• Reading them to the customer NOT interpreting them
  

Sales & Account Support

• Assist with Drawdown account setup and replenishment
• Process Return Authorizations (RA) and Sales Orders (SO)
• Answer questions regarding RA/SO
• Support billing with collections and inventory-related returns.
• Provide inbound and outbound sales support.
• Provide assistance with ccasional upselling efforts.
  

Technical Assistance & Website Guidance

• Adhere to documented troubleshooting standards on all calls
• Guide customers through website functionality, including:
• Password resets
• Inspector assignments
• Access to system resources
• Facility/Inspector license applications and renewals
• Assist customers with regulation questions.
• Reading them to the customer NOT interpreting them
  

Operational Efficiency & Collaboration

• Adhere to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and understand revenue impact.
• Collaborate with peers during high-volume periods to ensure service continuity.
• Generate and maintain reports as required
• Assist in formulating knowledge base, user guides and tips for future reference to achieve faster service and more efficient processes.
• Re-routing calls as necessary

Training & Leadership

• Assist with onboarding and mentoring of new team members.
• Demonstrate professionalism and lead by example.
• Provide backup support to other analysts as required.
• The ability to interact well with both employees and difficult customers during situations requiring tact and persuasion.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Office-based position involving computer and phone use
• Collaborative environment with Tier 1–3 Analysts and other support staff
• May involve occasional special projects or additional responsibilities as assigned