
Technical Support Specialist I - Network
- Irving, TX
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide intermediate technical support for installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and return processing, following standard procedures and under close supervision.
- Function as the first point of contact for ADI professional integrators in the Standard Network queue (Tier-1), performing intermediate, well-defined tasks with guidance.
- Accurately document customer and partner interactions, including troubleshooting steps and outcomes, using standard data entry protocols and internal systems.
- Manage and solve complex network challenges requiring intermediate skills in the following areas:
- Addressing, Routing, Switching
- Subnetting
- Multicast Networking: Design and deployment of multicast routing (PIM, IGMP)
- VLANs and inter-VLAN routing
- Proficiency with tools like ping, traceroute, and show commands.
- Understanding of Layer 2 protocols
- Understanding of Layer 3 protocols
- Ability to Identify problems in Layer 2 and Layer 3 of the OSI model.
- Firewalls
- Basic Wireless Concepts: WLAN, SSIDs, and WPA/WPA2 encryption
- WAN Technologies
- Process product returns efficiently while ensuring adherence to technical verification protocols.
- 1-2 years of professional experience installing and configuring network products such as routers, switches, and wireless access points, or relevant experience.
- Industry Certifications:
- One of the following: Network+, CCNA, CCNP
- OR
- Snap One PCNA & Control4 AP Certification / Control4 Certified Technician
- Strong aptitude for troubleshooting across multiple product categories and technologies.
- Familiarity with IoT, audio/video, networking, home automation, and surveillance technologies.
- Exceptional critical thinking skills and ability to quickly learn and apply new technical concepts.
- Exceptional English communication skills, both verbal and written, with a customer-first mindset.
- Familiarity with ADI's proprietary exclusive-brand products and platforms: Control4, OvrC, Luma, Binary, WattBox, Clare, and others.
- Expertise in commercial and residential audio/video systems, including DSPs, projectors, and streaming solutions.
- Experience with professional specialized technology systems such as motorized window treatments, centralized lighting, and power management solutions.
- Experience supporting professional integrators or in the custom electronics industry.
- Hybrid position - 3 days in the office and 2 days remote
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance and 401k participation from Day 1
- 12 paid holidays each year
- 401K plan with up to 7% company match
- Four weeks parental leave without using vacation time
- Employee discounts on company products and other retail/service providers
- Opportunity to progress within a global business
- Product and leadership mentoring to ensure you are set up for success