Mehdi Benchalal

Customer Support Specialist
Annaba, DZ.

About

Highly passionate Customer Support Specialist with 8+ years of experience in technical support, online business, and technology. Adept at resolving complex product-related issues and optimizing user experiences across diverse platforms. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction, streamline operations, and contribute to sales-focused initiatives in fast-paced environments.

Work

EL FERDAOUS SARL
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HELP DESK TECHNICIAN

Annaba, Annaba, Algeria

Summary

Provide comprehensive technical support for hardware, software, and network systems, ensuring seamless business operations and user productivity.

Highlights

Deliver expert technical support to employees, resolving hardware, software, and network issues to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.

Install, configure, and troubleshoot a wide range of IT equipment, including computers, printers, and mobile devices, ensuring optimal performance for 50+ users.

Ensure the smooth operation of critical business systems, including inventory, sales, and logistics software, maintaining data integrity and system availability.

Manage user accounts, access rights, and security settings across various platforms, bolstering system security and compliance.

Conduct basic training sessions for staff on essential IT tools and best practices, improving user proficiency and reducing support requests.

AUTOMATTIC INC
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HAPPINESS ENGINEER

Annaba, Annaba, Algeria

Summary

Provided advanced technical support and problem-solving for a diverse suite of WordPress-related products, enhancing user satisfaction and product security.

Highlights

Supported a broad portfolio of products, including Jetpack, Jetpack CRM, WP Job Manager, Akismet, and SenseiLMS, resolving complex issues for thousands of users via email and forums.

Identified and scored vulnerabilities on WordPress plugins and themes reported to WPScan, proactively notifying vendors (Envato/WP.org) to enhance user security.

Investigated and resolved critical issues with Local WP and Pressable sites, consistently reporting bugs and contributing to solutions on GitHub.

Contributed to and led mini-projects, such as Jetpack Onboarding Calls, improving user adoption and engagement by 15%.

Participated in sales-focused initiatives through live chat and email, recommending products that resulted in a 10% increase in conversions.

Utilized ZenDesk, Slack, and Burp Suite for efficient issue tracking, communication, and vulnerability analysis.

Developed and updated comprehensive documentation for various Jetpack features, improving self-service resolution rates by 20%.

Trained and onboarded new hires and support rotations, ensuring consistent service quality and knowledge transfer across the division.

MOGI GROUP
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CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Annaba, Annaba, Algeria

Summary

Managed player queries and technical issues for online games, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable user experience.

Highlights

Responded to 50+ player queries and reports daily on ZenDesk, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.

Analyzed game server logs to accurately assess player claims and technical issues, facilitating rapid problem resolution.

Monitored update channels (Slack, Trello) and ticket trends hourly to proactively address potential spikes and maintain service stability.

Provided multilingual support in both French and English, catering to a diverse international player base.

EXCELWEBHOSTING CA
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LEVEL1 CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Annaba, Annaba, Algeria

Summary

Delivered foundational customer support and technical assistance for web hosting services, ensuring efficient setup and issue resolution.

Highlights

Configured and managed cPanel accounts on WHMCS for new and existing customers, ensuring seamless service activation.

Installed and set up WordPress for clients on LiteSpeed and WordFence environments, optimizing website performance and security.

Troubleshot website crashes and escalated complex issues to L2 support, minimizing downtime and improving site reliability.

Provided comprehensive email and ticket support for after-sales inquiries, leveraging ZenDesk to address customer concerns and provide informative solutions.

Handled live chat pre-sales queries using Tawk.to, guiding potential customers through service offerings and increasing conversion potential.

Education

BADJI MOKHTAR UNIVERSITY
Annaba, Annaba, Algeria

Bachelor

French Language and Literature

SIDI AMAR HIGH SCHOOL
Annaba, Annaba, Algeria

Baccalaureate

Foreign Languages and Literature

Languages

Arabic
French
English
Italian

Skills

Slack

Slack, Team Collaboration, Communication Tools.

WHMCS

WHMCS, Billing Systems, Client Management.

Tawk.to

Tawk.to, Live Chat Support, Customer Engagement.

Technical Support

Technical Support, Troubleshooting, Problem Solving, Customer Advocacy.

WordPress Troubleshooting

WordPress Troubleshooting, Website Management, CMS Support.

Vulnerability Testing

Vulnerability Testing, Security Audits, WPScan.

Malware Cleanup

Malware Cleanup, Website Security, Threat Remediation.

Hosting Migration

Hosting Migration, Server Management, cPanel.

REST API

REST API, API Integration, Technical Support.

cPanel

cPanel, Web Hosting, Account Management.

SSH

SSH, Remote Access, Server Administration.

Github

Github, Version Control, Bug Reporting.

Burp Suite

Burp Suite, Web Security Testing, Penetration Testing Tools.

Crypto

Crypto, Cryptocurrency Basics, Blockchain Fundamentals.

ZenDesk

ZenDesk, Customer Support Platforms, Ticket Management.