Full-Time

Help Desk Analyst

Posted on 11/15/2024

First American

First American

10,001+ employees

Provides title insurance and real estate services

Financial Services
Real Estate

Compensation Overview

$23 - $30Hourly

Junior, Mid

Orange, CA, USA

Category
IT Support
IT & Security
Requirements
  • Two year technical degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Aptitude for providing excellent customer service.
  • Good communication, problem solving skills and telephone etiquette.
  • Ability to use Service Desk standards and follow guidelines, as well as help others interpret policy.
  • Broad range of network, desktop, mainframe, telephony and VOIP (voice over internet protocol) knowledge is highly desirable.
  • Typically 2-4 years of directly related experience within a service desk/technical support environment
  • Maintains currency and high level of technical skill in field of expertise.
  • Knowledge of basic System Administration functions.
  • HDI Support Center Analyst Preferred
Responsibilities
  • Answers first level calls to Service Desk.
  • Provides accurate and creative solutions to customer problems of moderate nature to ensure customer productivity.
  • Assists in the resolution of customer and support issues to ensure timely distribution of knowledge and positive impact on customer satisfaction.
  • Acquires and maintains current knowledge of relevant products (software and hardware) and support policies in order to provide accurate solutions to customers.
  • Responds to after hours customer calls.
  • Assists in maintaining Service Desk e-mail and web portal(s) by reading, opening/documenting information into tracking tickets and escalating to proper person or department.
  • Assists in the development and maintenance of a problem resolution knowledgebase.
  • May perform additional duties relating to specific BUIT applications as assigned.
  • Required to perform duties outside of normal work hours based on business needs.
  • Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors.
  • Works under general supervision following work procedures and guidelines.
  • Recommends systems modifications to reduce user problems.
  • Escalates more complex problems to senior level.

First American provides title insurance, specialty insurance, and various real estate-related services. Their title insurance protects homebuyers and property owners from potential ownership disputes and financial losses related to real estate transactions. The company offers a platform called myFirstAm®, which allows users to access property information, manage orders, and streamline the closing process. Unlike many competitors, First American has a vast database of property data, with over 5.5 billion document images, making it a leading provider of real estate data solutions. The company's goal is to facilitate smooth real estate transactions while ensuring that clients' investments are protected.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$800.2M

Headquarters

Santa Ana, California

Founded

1889

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • First American's strategic acquisitions, such as Mother Lode Holding Company, enhance its market position and service offerings.
  • The company's focus on digital transformation, evidenced by the acquisition of Docutech, positions it well for future growth in the digital mortgage space.
  • Being recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Company to Work For highlights a positive work culture and strong employee satisfaction.

What critics are saying

  • The recent data breach allegations could damage First American's reputation and customer trust.
  • The highly competitive real estate and insurance markets require continuous innovation to maintain market share.

What makes First American unique

  • First American's comprehensive suite of services, from title insurance to real estate data solutions, offers a one-stop-shop for real estate transactions, unlike competitors who may specialize in only one area.
  • Their proprietary platform, myFirstAm®, provides seamless access to property information and transaction management, setting them apart in terms of technological integration.
  • The company's extensive database, covering 99% of U.S. housing stock, provides unparalleled data insights for real estate and mortgage decisions.

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Benefits

401k matching

Health, vision, dental insurance

Professional development