Desktop Engineer

Zoho; Chennai District; On-site; INR 320,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoho is seeking a Desktop Engineer in Pallikarnai, Chennai, India to maintain and support end-user hardware, operating systems, and basic network infrastructure. The role emphasizes hands-on hardware management, asset tracking, and system health monitoring to ensure operational efficiency and compliance.

The engineer will install, configure, and troubleshoot desktops, laptops, printers, scanners, IP phones, and manage Windows OS updates, AD tasks, and basic network configurations.

Qualifications

• Education: Diploma or Degree.
• Experience: 1–3 years in desktop support or hardware maintenance.
• Certifications (Preferred): CompTIA A+, MCP, ITIL Foundation.
• Technical skills: Windows OS, basic networking, AD fundamentals, hardware diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Hardware & System Maintenance: Install, configure, troubleshoot desktops, laptops, printers, scanners, and IP phones; health checks; resolve hardware failures; upgrade components.
• Inventory & Asset Management: Track assets, serials, warranty, location; manage device movement; update inventory tools; label devices.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain logs of issues and resolutions; document procedures and changes.

Skills

Windows OS

Basic networking

AD fundamentals

Hardware diagnostics

Asset tracking tools

Ticketing systems

Remote support platforms

Education

Diploma or Degree

Tools

Asset tracking tools

Ticketing systems

Remote support platforms

Job description

Pallikarnai, Chennai, India | Posted on 03/10/2026

The Desktop Engineer will be responsible for maintaining and supporting all end-user hardware, operating systems, and basic network infrastructure. This role emphasizes hands-on hardware management, asset tracking, and system health monitoring to ensure operational efficiency and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Hardware & System Maintenance

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot desktops, laptops, printers, scanners, and IP phones
• Perform regular health checks on hardware components (CPU, RAM, HDD/SSD, cooling systems)
• Diagnose and resolve hardware failures, including power issues, overheating, and peripheral malfunctions
• Replace or upgrade components (RAM, hard drives, power supplies, etc.) as needed
• Maintain physical cable management and ensure proper LAN/Wi-Fi connectivity
• Coordinate with vendors for warranty claims, replacements, and procurement

Inventory & Asset Management

• Maintain detailed records of all IT hardware assets including serial numbers, warranty status, and location
• Track movement of devices across departments and sites (Prince & Fayola offices)
• Update asset inventory tools and prepare reports for audits and compliance
• Label and tag all devices with asset IDs and maintain documentation for rentals and purchases
• Install and update Windows OS (10/11), drivers, and firmware
• Configure basic network settings (IP, DNS, gateway) and troubleshoot connectivity issues
• Support basic Active Directory tasks (user creation, password resets, group assignments)
• Assist in System, VPN setup and endpoint readiness for WFH users

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain logs of hardware issues, resolutions, and preventive actions
• Document installation procedures, asset handovers, and configuration changes

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

Education

Diploma or Degree

Experience

1–3 years in desktop support or hardware maintenance

Technical Skills

Windows OS, basic networking, AD fundamentals, hardware diagnostics

Asset tracking tools, ticketing systems, remote support platforms

Certifications (Preferred)

CompTIA A+, MCP, ITIL Foundation

Soft Skills

Detail-oriented, organized, proactive, good communication skills