Desktop Support Technician II

Hunt Consolidated; Town of Texas, Dallas (WI, TX); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Desktop Support Technician to enhance the user experience through effective technical solutions. This role involves delivering quality service to employees, managing end-user devices, and collaborating with a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be resourceful, possess excellent problem-solving skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on professional growth, this position offers the potential for full-time employment after a 6-month contract. Join a company that values creativity, excellence, and people, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Benefits

401K with 12% employer contribution

Highly competitive compensation

Five to eight weeks of PTO annually

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits from day one

Education Assistance Program

Free covered employee parking

Free specialty coffee bar

Onsite breakfast and lunch area

Professional development opportunities

Work/Life Balance commitment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of IT desktop support experience required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft OS and collaboration tools essential.
• Strong organizational and inventory management skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite and remote support for end-user devices.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure compliance with agreements.
• Mentor junior team members and assist with their skill development.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Asset Management Tools

Hardware Lifecycle Management

Vendor Management

Microsoft OS Installation

Desktop Imaging

Citrix/VDI Troubleshooting

Active Directory Knowledge

ITIL Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Associates/Bachelor's in Computer Science

Tools

SCCM

Tanium

ServiceNow

Job description

Company Overview:

A privately held exploration and production company, Hunt Oil has successfully conducted worldwide petroleum operations for nearly 90 years and is one of the world's leading independent energy companies. The mission of Hunt Oil Company is to be a growth-oriented industry leader respected throughout the world for the quality and competency of its people, the efficiency and scope of its operations, and its rich heritage of honesty and integrity.

Position Summary:

The Desktop Support Technician will be instrumental in delivering a quality service focused on the user experience and technical solutions of all our employees throughout Hunt. We're looking for someone who takes ownership of their work, is resourceful in problem-solving skills, and can think creatively. This individual will work together with a team to provide both local and remote support and take on projects requiring clear communication and completion on time. We want someone passionate about setting the performance bar and thrives in an energetic team environment while delivering a fully integrated solution.

This position requires coverage from 8:00 am to 5:00 PM, coordinated with teammates based on business needs. The candidate must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays for on-call duties. The contract period is 6 months, with potential for full-time employment.

Responsibilities:

• Perform onsite advanced support duties that require independent initiative and judgment, including troubleshooting, parts replacement, system upgrades, advanced deployment, and repair on end-user devices.


• Support remote retail and office sites which include virtual devices and Point of Sales (POS) hardware.


• Provide support for video conference (i.e., Teams Rooms), mobile devices (Android and iOS), and IP telephony (VOIP) systems.


• Proactively identify potential issues that could adversely impact customer experience and follow through on action steps including researching working with Vendors and recommending solutions.


• Collaborate with the Sr. Workplace Engineer to set strategy for the end-user digital workspace, ensuring alignment with company goals and technological advancements and ensuring hardware and software compatibility with end-user computing.


• Mentor junior team members to help them develop their skills and take on more complex tasks over time.


• Provide feedback to the end-user services team on technical process issues to improve overall service delivery.


• Coordinate with end users on expectations and availability to conduct services.


• Write, review, and maintain knowledge base for administration tasks, installation and configuration of software and hardware, and troubleshooting.


• Complete lifecycle management updates in the Asset Management Database (AMDB) based on devices moving in and out of stock, as well as maintaining the chain of custody documentation as devices enter and leave the depot.


• Manage and maintain inventory levels of end-user hardware, ensuring minimum and maximum stock levels are adhered to.


• Dispose of broken, damaged, and end-of-life assets utilizing Company providers.


• Maintain and manage vendor relationships, ensuring timely procurement and delivery of hardware including obtaining quotes for hardware from vendors for stock reorder.


• Ensure compliance with vendor agreements and manage vendor performance


• Track incoming and outgoing shipments and deliveries, updating stock levels and lifecycle statuses as appropriate.


• Support annual hardware refreshes to ensure machines are updated, refreshed, or replaced based on the refresh cycle.


• Keep the hardware catalog up to date, including adding new models and removing obsolete ones.

Required Skills:

• Strong organizational and inventory management skills.


• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.


• Proficiency in asset management tools and databases.


• Knowledge of hardware lifecycle management and refresh processes.


• Ability to manage vendor relationships and procurement processes.


• The ability to think strategically and align hardware strategies with business objectives.


• Must be proficient in installing and troubleshooting Microsoft OS, O365 Suite, Microsoft collaboration tools (Teams, SharePoint) as well as other collaboration tools such as Box.


• Experience with Desktop/Laptop PXE boot imaging process using industry standard tools such as SCCM, Tanium, etc.


• Troubleshooting and resolving Citrix/VDI client issues.


• Working knowledge of Active Directory and network connectivity with TCP/IP, DNS, WINS, DHCP, wireless, and basic VoIP phone administration.


• Able to read and understand technical manuals, procedural documentation, and OEM guides.


• Ability to conduct research into PC issues and products as required.


• Ability to follow processes, learn quickly, and interact with a diverse population in a corporate environment providing excellent customer support.


• Must have basic knowledge of ITIL and have worked with an industry standard ITSM tool (i.e. Helix, ServiceNow, Remedy, Cherwell, HEAT).

Required Experience:

• High School Diploma


• Associates degree or bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technology background strongly preferred


• Minimum of 3 years of IT desktop support


• Industry standard IT certifications (A+, Microsoft Office, MCP) a plus

Physical Demand and Work Environment

• Ability to bend, lift and carry up to 50lbs. Extensive walking throughout the campus is required on a daily basis.

Company Highlights:

• For 90 years, we have nurtured creative ideas and turned them into successful realities using three core strategic pillars - creativity, excellence, and people.


• 401K - 12% employer contribution with no vesting period (6% Match and 6% non-matching contribution)


• Highly competitive compensation


• Hybrid work options available for most roles


• Five to eight weeks of PTO annually based on years of experience; eleven additional holidays per calendar year


• All Medical/Dental/Vision benefits start day one with the company; low employee premiums


• Education Assistance Program


• Free covered employee parking for Dallas HQ based employees


• Free specialty coffee bar in the Dallas HQ


• Onsite breakfast and lunch area in the Dallas HQ


• Commitment to the following ideals:
  
  
  
  • Work/Life Balance
  
  
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
  
  
  • An exceptional employee experience
  
  

Hunt is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Hunt is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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