IT Support Specialist
Provides first- and second-line IT support on-site at a Silicon Valley university's Fremont campus: resolving tickets via ITSM workflows, managing accounts/SSO, supporting classroom AV and campus networking, and training users. Core tech includes Windows/macOS, ticketing systems, Salesforce, Microsoft 365/Google Workspace, and Zoom.
- Compensation
- $31–$38 / hr
- Location
- Fremont, CA
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Category
- It support
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
- Minimum 1 year hands-on experience in technical support, helpdesk, or IT customer service
- Solid understanding of basic networking (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Wi-Fi), OS configuration (Windows/macOS), and hardware troubleshooting
- Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills; strong written and verbal communication
- Demonstrated ability to adopt modern AI tools/workflows to optimize daily tasks
- Ability to manage time, prioritize multiple ticket queues, and work independently or in a team
- Ability to lift and carry technical equipment up to 50 lbs
Nice to have
- Experience with ITSM methodologies/frameworks (e.g., ITIL) and ticketing systems (e.g., Freshservice, FreshDesk, Salesforce)
- Hands-on experience or familiarity with Salesforce (user support, case management, account administration, Education Cloud)
- Certifications: CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, ITIL Foundation, or Salesforce Associate/Administrator
- Experience supporting LMS (Canvas/Moodle), Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Active Directory/Entra ID, and Zoom
- Prior experience working in higher education or non-profit settings
Full description
About San Francisco Bay University:
San Francisco Bay University (SFBU), a nonprofit, WASC-accredited university situated in the heart of Silicon Valley in Fremont, California, seeks an innovative and experienced Web Developer. SFBU’s mission is to offer inclusive, innovative, and inspirational education for lifelong careers, and our vision is to set the standard as a national model of higher education in service of the common good.
At SFBU, students come first. We prioritize students’ needs by fostering personal engagement among students, faculty, and staff. We are committed to providing affordable quality education with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.
We encourage you to learn more about SFBU by reviewing our strategic plan at .
Position Overview
The IT Support Specialist provides first-line and second-line technical support to SFBU’s faculty, staff, students, and guests. This role involves end-user issue resolution through structured IT Service Management (ITSM) workflows, hardware/software lifecycle management, account administration, user training, and technology support for classrooms and campus events. The ideal candidate is customer-focused, detail-oriented, comfortable leveraging modern tools (including AI and cloud platform CRM environments), and thrives in a fast-paced academic environment. This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position based at SFBU’s Fremont, California, campus. The position is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable federal and California labor laws.
Primary Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to:
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Service Desk & Incident Management: Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 technical support using IT Service Management (ITSM) best practices to log, track, prioritize, escalate, and resolve incidents and service requests.
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System & Hardware Administration: Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot desktop/laptop hardware, operating systems (Windows, macOS), mobile devices, and peripherals.
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Account & CRM Support: Manage user accounts, access permissions, single sign-on (SSO), and authentication; assist with user support within Salesforce and enterprise applications.
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Classroom & Event AV Support: Maintain and troubleshoot classroom technology, video conferencing systems (e.g., Zoom Rooms), lecture capture systems, and hybrid learning setups.
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Provide on-site technical and AV setup support for campus events and livestreams. Networking & Infrastructure Support: Assist in maintaining instructional network labs, Wi-Fi connectivity, telecom systems, and physical network devices (e.g., routers, switches, cabling).