IT Support Specialist

About REDspace

At REDspace (REDspace.com) we’re a team of passionate innovators building cutting-edge software that powers some of the world’s leading brands. From video delivery and streaming to Adtech, cloud engineering, learning platforms, and custom web development, we help businesses solve complex problems and bring big ideas to life. Our clients include industry giants like Apple, Paramount, IBM, and Sony Pictures Television.

We’re proud of the culture we’ve built; collaborative, curious, and people focused. We support each other, celebrate wins, and never stop learning. If that sounds like your kind of team, we’d love to hear from you.

We're hiring an IT Support Specialist!

As an IT Support Specialist for REDspace you will provide technical support for client based applications and internal workstation equipment. You will be responsible for providing technical assistance and support to both internal users and client computer systems, hardware, and software.

Please note: This is an onsite position at our Bedford, NS office, with the potential to go hybrid after your first four months.

What You'll Do

• Support end users in day-to-day IT tasks, including troubleshooting of workstations, printers, test devices and other office IT equipment or services.
• Acting as a liaison between end users and administrators as needed to provide an additional level of support;
• Monitoring support inboxes, tickets, and Slack support channels.
• Provide training and support to end-users on how to use computer systems, software, and hardware. Answer questions, provide guidance, and troubleshoot issues as needed.
• Assist in the registration and management of the hardware and software inventory.
• Action emails and request and/or pass on to appropriate developer teams.
• Manage the lease return process and roll out of new assets.
• Communicate support issues to developers and contribute to client application problem solving.
• Provide exceptional customer service to customers and internal groups.
• Participate in problem resolution in a multiplatform environment, propose changes that will prevent further occurrences.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as updating software and performing system backups. Make recommendations for upgrades to hardware and software to improve system performance.
• Attend regular Application Support meetings to keep abreast of upcoming projects and ongoing support flows.
• Take ownership of problems and management assigned tasks completing them in a timely fashion.
• Develop, maintain process documentation on support processes and procedures.
• Multitask handling support tasks and hitting multiple project targets while working in a dynamic environment.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

What You'll Bring

• Minimum of three years’ experience working with supporting end users.
• Relevant experience in helpdesk or enterprise application technical support.
• Relevant secondary education in Information Technology or another related field.
• Knowledge of networking principles and VPN.
• Proficient with MacOS and Windows Operating Systems.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Proactive in seeking out tasks, communication, and updating status.
• Willing to ask for assistance when roadblocks impede progress.
• Able to explain tech problems in plain English.
• Detail-oriented and proficient organizer.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Able to define requirements and take on tasks with minimal supervision and juggle multiple deadlines.
• Confident handling/coordinating multiple tasks with changing priority levels.
• Naturally analytic, a good team player, strong work ethic.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills.

Benefits

Your Well-Being

• Fully company-funded health, vision, dental, EFAP, and life insurance coverage with access to virtual doctor visits via Maple.
• Pension plan contribution matching.
• A flexible Health Spending Account and/or Lifestyle Spending Account.

Your Career

• A competitive compensation package, commensurate with experience.
• Weekly sharing sessions for projects and technology.
• Free access to a wide variety of training material, including access to Udemy Business.
• Team-oriented education strategy, which includes a professional development allowance.
• Consistent, frequent check-ins with leadership.

Your Happiness

• Modern Office Perks: Enjoy our large, beautiful office with free parking, an on-site gym/sauna, and complimentary coffee and snacks.
• Engaging Culture: Participate in social and team-building events and benefit from charitable donation matching.

Our Commitment To Diversity

At REDspace, we believe that diverse backgrounds, talents, skills, experiences, and perspectives strengthen our business and enrich the communities in which we work and live. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where knowledge sharing and collaboration thrive, empowering our employees to achieve their best.

We are committed to growing and nurturing a workplace that values and respects every individual. Our hiring practices are based solely on merit and skill, ensuring that all employment-related and hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or indigenous origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, or Veteran status.

Join us in our mission to create a dynamic and inclusive community where everyone can contribute and succeed.

Need Accommodations?

We’re committed to providing an inclusive hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We’ll work with you to ensure an accessible and respectful experience.