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Service Desk Analyst

PS Logistics Birmingham, AL, USA Full-time
$45,000
per year

Job Description

Company Description

PS Logistics is the largest and fastest growing flatbed trucking and multi-modal non-asset logistics companies in the United States, with over 40 locations nationwide. We are continuously expanding and improving our services through our commitment to hiring the best and brightest in the Logistics and Transportation field. By targeting the best universities and recruiting straight from the top programs in logistics and operations, we support our vision to be on the cutting edge of transportation. We stay ahead through our emphasis on driver and broker satisfaction and retention, cutting edge technology, offering creative solutions, customer partnerships and smarter people than our competition. Our business is growing exponentially, and we require the best to help us continue on our path of success. Join our team and be a part of the future of the transportation & logistics industry.

Job Description

The Service Desk Analyst will provide frontline technical support to end users across all PS Logistics companies by triaging, diagnosing, and resolving a wide range of issues related to endpoint devices, software applications, and connectivity. This role involves responding to support requests via the ticketing system, phone, email, and in-person, with a strong focus on customer service, professionalism, and clear communication. The analyst is expected to take full ownership of assigned tickets from initial report through resolution, ensuring timely updates and follow-through in alignment with established service level agreements (SLAs). In addition to daily support, the analyst will participate in regularly assigned IT projects, supporting initiatives across various systems and processes. These project experiences are not only valuable to the company but also serve as an opportunity to develop broader skills and demonstrate potential for future roles within the IT team. Responsibilities include fulfilling requests for new equipment and software, investigating root causes to reduce recurring issues, and collaborating with other IT teams to resolve broader system or application problems. The analyst will maintain accurate inventory records of IT equipment, tracking assets both in-office and in the field. They will also gather detailed hardware and software requirements from end users and escalate those needs to the appropriate internal team members responsible for procurement and vendor coordination.

Qualifications

Essential Duties and Responsibilities, include but are not limited to:

  • Provide frontline technical support to users across a multi-platform environment, assisting with both hardware and software issues using tools such as Zendesk (ticketing) and Action1 (remote troubleshooting and patching).
  • Analyze, troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve endpoint device and application issues; escalate when necessary through defined support channels.
  • Support user account management in platforms such as Active Directory, Office 365, Concur, and Dialpad.
  • Fully triage and own support tickets from intake to resolution or appropriate escalation, maintaining detailed updates and meeting defined SLA targets.
  • Assist with regularly assigned IT projects.
    • Examples include managing and imaging hardware using approved internal tools and serving as a subject matter expert for assigned systems (e.g., Mimecast, Zendesk, internal portals), including tasks like periodic reporting and documentation.
  • Participate in an on-call rotation to support after-hours operations as needed.
  • Travel to various company locations to support users, deploy equipment, or assist with on-site troubleshooting.
  • Inventory, label, and track IT assets using tools such as Genuity or similar; maintain accurate lifecycle documentation and ensure visibility across the team.
  • Maintain software license documentation and assist with license allocation and compliance tracking.
  • Gather hardware and software requirements from end users and escalate those needs to internal team members responsible for procurement and vendor coordination.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 1 to 2 years of experience in an IT support or service desk role.
  • CompTIA A+, Network+, or similar certifications preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field preferred — or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience.
  • Strong communication skills and customer-focused approach.
  • Experience working with ticketing systems and remote support tools.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple requests in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

A successful Service Desk Analyst must consistently demonstrate the company’s Mission and Values.  They must have good oral and written communication skills in order to effectively interact with customers, drivers and other team members in person and on the telephone. They must be customer service-oriented as well as team-oriented and must have good organizational skills. A successful Service Desk Analyst must be able to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously.  Finally, they must be able to work a flexible schedule when needed to including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

This job is an hourly position with no guarantees for career progression.  This does not mean that you will not be considered for other positions or opportunities. 

PS Logistics complies with all applicable equal employment laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act.  Qualified individuals with a disability may request reasonable accommodation from the company.

Company Information

Location: Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Type: Hybrid