Role: IT Deskside Support Smarthands Technician – End User Computing
Location: Port Arthur, TX - 77640
Rate: $29/hr.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Provide onsite support to Authorized Users with operational and technical support and to meet specified SLAs.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve the tickets (Hard IMAC and break fix) that needs onsite intervention.
- Coordinate with higher level remote support teams and Supplier’s Service Desk teams for ticket resolution.
- Utilize Known Error Database (KEDB) to perform onsite support tasks.
- Participate in war rooms for critical incident management when required or at Customer’s discretion.
- Resolve incidents at end-users’ desks when resolution cannot be achieved by remote support.
- Resolve break-fix incidents, either by own intervention or requesting and coordinating technical service with OEM.
- Provide Smart hands and feet support for audio / video conferencing devices in alignment with the operating model.
- Plan, schedule and fulfil all IMAC (Install, Move, Add, Change) requests according to defined processes, approvals.
- Request, coordinate and facilitate visits when required for IMAC in alignment with the operating model.
- Follow the Customer’s requirements and procedures for escorting vendors and guests during facilitation of visits.
- Update CMDB records during the IMAC process where appropriate to make sure that added/removed devices and spare parts are reflected properly in the Customer system(s).
- Manage use of any manufacturer warranty and technical support to limit repair cost and facilitate incident resolution.
- Install and test replacement parts for supported devices.
- Schedule supported device installation, Software and Hardware activity with End User at their convenience to minimize disruption.
- Coordinate physical move of end user devices within same office (performing physical move of end user devices outside of the office is out of scope).
- Manage any end-user Service Requests (e.g., desktop, mobile) which require local interaction at the supported sites.
- Desk side assistance for IT devices (laptop, desktop, and mobiles).
- Provide loaner device to authorized Customer end users in case of break-fix to continue end users work, utilizing Customer provided List of Authorized Users
- Perform soft IMAC, Image loading where this cannot be executed remotely using Customer provided tools.
- Inform Customer end user on expected resolution time on for active Incidents in assigned incident queue.
- Provide onsite depot support for receiving, shipping, packing, update AMDB / CMDB, apply asset tag, imaging, staging, storing the devices and spare parts at Customer provided facilities.
- Keep device levels (pool), installation of pool devices with standard image, personalizing of exchange device, coordination of OEM according Customer requirements.
- Consult with Customer prior to and during ordering of new devices.
Local Support Tasks for Network and Server Smarthands include, but not limited to the following:
- Apply security patches to servers and network appliances per defined schedules.
- Install, monitor, and update antivirus software across supported infrastructure.
- Perform routine backup operations and verify backup integrity.
- Monitor backup job status and escalate failures to internal teams.
- Maintain hardware inventory for servers, network gear, and related infrastructure.
- Track and manage hardware lifecycle (procurement, deployment, decommissioning) for lifecycles not managed as a project.
- Support equipment moves involving servers, switches, or other infrastructure.
- Document and submit Management of Change (MoC) tickets for infrastructure changes.
- Create incident tickets for untracked or ad hoc work in the ITSM system.
- Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., automation, infrastructure, security) on shared tasks.
- Support Active Directory integrations (e.g., join domains, basic troubleshooting, file/share permissions).
- Monitor system health (CPU, memory, disk, network) and escalate anomalies.
- Perform basic server and network troubleshooting (e.g., connectivity, service restarts).
- Coordinate with equipment vendors for hardware diagnostics or replacements.
- Maintain documentation for recurring tasks, configurations, and escalation paths.
- Deskside support services and other duties as required.
JOB REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONSExperience:
- Requires minimum 5+ years of related work experience
- Knowledge of imaging and network / server monitoring tools (SCCM, MDT, Solarwinds, Meraki, APs)
- Knowledge of data backup and recovery tools
- Installing, upgrading, and migrating to Windows 10/11
- Deploying Windows 10/11 in large enterprises
- Configuring hardware and applications
- Configuring network connectivity
- Configuring access to resources
- Configuring mobile computing
- Monitoring and maintaining systems that run Windows 10/11, and Network and Server systems
- Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware / Hyper‑V).
- Experience supporting OT / ICS / industrial environments.
- Understanding of OT cybersecurity and IT‑OT separation principles.
Certifications:
- A+ Certification a plus
- Network+ Certification a plus
Pay: $25.74 - $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Total Smarthand Experience in Deskside Support
- Experience/knowledge on the network-side
Work Location: In person
