Description:
Better Trucks. Better World.
We’re raising the standard for what a medium-duty truck should be — delivering vehicles, infrastructure, and support designed to work for you.
About the Role
We are seeking a hands-on Desktop Support Engineer to provide frontline IT support across our automotive manufacturing facility. This role is critical to keeping plant floor systems, office IT, and production-adjacent technology running with minimal downtime. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in both a traditional office IT environment and a fast-paced manufacturing floor setting, understands the urgency of minimizing production impact, and can troubleshoot a wide range of hardware, software, and network issues.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide Level 1/2 support for desktops, laptops, printers, scanners, mobile devices, and other IT equipment.
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Troubleshoot Windows, Linux, Microsoft 365, email, authentication, VPN, and common business applications.
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Support plant-floor computers, terminals, barcode scanners, label printers, and other manufacturing technology.
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Troubleshoot basic wired/wireless network, connectivity, DNS, DHCP, and endpoint issues.
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Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations to resolve IT-related issues.
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Manage user onboarding/offboarding, hardware provisioning, software installation, and IT asset inventory.
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Monitor and maintain endpoint security, patching, and device compliance in accordance with company standards.
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Manage support tickets, document resolutions, and escalate complex issues to appropriate IT teams or vendors.
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Participate in hardware refreshes, system upgrades, plant projects, and technology deployments.
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Identify recurring issues and recommend improvements to increase IT reliability and user experience.
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Follow all IT security, plant safety, and operational procedures.
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Re-image existing employee PCs, as needed, without the loss of data.
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Create, maintain, and delete Windows Active Directory accounts in accordance with company standards.
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Follow documented procedures and controls.
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Must maintain required evidence of compliance and provide SOX Audit support as required.
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Manage conference room equipment and set Audio Visual Standards for Conference rooms.
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Work directly with HR to support onboarding and offboarding of IT services for Associates.
Requirements:
Required Qualifications
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Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
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3 to 5 years of experience in desktop, technical, or IT support.
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Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and networking.
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Experience with Windows, Linux, Microsoft 365, Active Directory/Entra ID, and IT ticketing systems.
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Basic knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Wi-Fi, and network troubleshooting.
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Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to work independently in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
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Ability to prioritize issues based on business and production impact.
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Must be a self-starter with a positive attitude, strong customer service skills, proven problem-solving skills, the ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a dynamic environment, the ability to learn, adapt, and apply new concepts and technologies, and the ability to work a flexible work schedule as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience supporting an automotive or manufacturing environment.
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Experience with plant-floor/operational technology, industrial PCs, barcode systems, or label printing.
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Experience with Intune, SCCM/MECM, endpoint security, or similar tools.
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CompTIA A+, Network+, Microsoft, or other relevant certifications.
Why Workhorse
Lead the Future of Electric Mobility
Workhorse is a leading electric vehicle company focused on delivering sustainable, purpose-built solutions that are transforming last-mile delivery and commercial transportation.
Dog-Friendly Workplace
We believe great ideas come from people who feel comfortable being themselves—four-legged teammates included at many of our locations.
Strong, People-First Culture
We foster a collaborative, respectful, and transparent culture where teams are empowered, accountability is valued, and leaders are trusted to lead.
Innovation Meets Execution
Workhorse combines cutting-edge technology with real-world manufacturing and operational excellence—turning innovation into vehicles on the road.
Growth-Oriented Environment
Join a company in an exciting phase of growth where your leadership, ideas, and results will directly shape what’s next.
