IT Engineer

Blach Construction; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan with company match

ESOP

Paid vacation and holidays

Professional development

Education assistance

Job summary

Blach Construction is seeking a technically strong IT Engineer to join its growing IT team. The role blends Tier 1/2 help desk support with endpoint management, asset administration, Microsoft 365 administration, onboarding/offboarding, and hands-on participation in technology projects.

The ideal candidate will manage operational systems such as Microsoft Intune, Zoom Rooms, and various business software implementations while contributing to Blach's adoption of AI tools in a practical, secure,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, or related field preferred; equivalent combinations of experience and certifications considered.
• 3+ years of progressive IT support, endpoint management, or systems administration experience, preferably in a mid-sized company (150–500 users).
• Hands-on experience with Windows, macOS, iPads, mobile devices, and common business peripherals and applications.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online administration.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Intune, endpoint management, device compliance, and application deployment practices.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Entra ID/Azure Active Directory, user administration, groups, and access management.
• Experience with help desk ticketing systems, IT asset management, onboarding/offboarding, and SOP development.
• Familiarity with SaaS administration, basic networking, identity management, SSO, and SCIM concepts.
• Strong communication skills; ability to explain technical topics to diverse audiences.
• Highly organized with multiple priorities and ownership mindset.
• Prior experience in construction/AE/Civil projects a plus.
• Familiarity with AI productivity tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Anthropic Claude, or ChatGPT a plus.
• Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Microsoft, or ITIL v4 desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 help desk support for Blach employees across office, field, jobsite, and remote environments.
• Support Windows, macOS, iPad, Microsoft 365, Zoom, and SaaS-based business environment.
• Manage incidents and service requests through Freshdesk per SLAs and escalation procedures.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, mobile devices, printer/copier, network, and business apps.
• Support Intune for modern endpoint management and device enrollment/compliance.
• Manage Windows PCs, Macs, and iPads through enrollment, compliance, application deployment, patching, and lifecycle processes.
• Own and maintain accurate IT asset inventory including assignments, warranties, refresh cycles, and stock.
• Coordinate workforce onboarding and offboarding including account setup, device provisioning, data access recovery.
• Support Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online administration including mailbox and tenant settings.
• Support Azure AD user administration, group assignments, and access management.
• Configure and maintain Zoom Rooms, conference room tech, and copier/printer fleet.
• Assist remote jobsites/field teams with connectivity, endpoints, and collaboration tools.
• Lead or coordinate IT projects and software implementations from requirements through go-live and post-launch support.
• Serve as liaison between business teams and IT to translate needs into practical tech solutions.
• Support business platforms such as CMiC, Egnyte, ManageEngine, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Verkada, and Zoom.
• Support Blach's AI adoption including Copilot and Claude; help users apply them responsibly.
• Create and maintain SOPs, runbooks, knowledge base, and process documentation.
• Identify recurring issues and recommend process, training, automation, or platform improvements.

Skills

Strong communicator

Organized

Ownership mindset

Customer service

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Intune

Azure Active Directory

Freshdesk

Zoom Rooms

CMiC

Egnyte

ManageEngine

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Verkada

Palo Alto Networks

Job description

Position Available (Immediately)

IT Engineer

Reports to: Director of IT

Summary of Position

Blach Construction is seeking a technically strong and service-oriented IT Engineer to join our growing IT team. This role blends Tier 1/2 help desk support with endpoint management, IT asset administration, Microsoft 365 administration, workforce onboarding/offboarding, and hands-on participation in technology projects. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing daily support needs while also taking ownership of operational systems such as Microsoft Intune, Zoom Rooms, and business software implementations. This role will also support Blach's adoption of AI tools and emerging technologies in a practical, secure, and well-documented way.

Typical Duties

• Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 help desk support for Blach employees across office, field, jobsite, and remote environments
• Support a Windows, macOS, iPad, Microsoft 365, Zoom, and SaaS-based business environment
• Manage incidents and service requests through Freshdesk in alignment with established SLAs, escalation procedures, and response standards
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, mobile device, printer/copier, network connectivity, and business application issues
• Support implementation, configuration, and ongoing administration of Microsoft Intune for modern endpoint management
• Manage Windows PCs, Macs, and iPads through standardized enrollment, compliance, application deployment, patching, and lifecycle processes
• Own and maintain accurate IT asset inventory, including tracking device assignments, warranty status, refresh cycles, and available stock
• Coordinate workforce onboarding and offboarding, including account setup, device provisioning, application access, and data/access recovery
• Support Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online administration, including user accounts, licensing, groups, mailboxes, and tenant settings
• Support Microsoft Entra ID/Azure Active Directory user administration, group assignments, and access management
• Configure, support, and maintain Zoom Rooms, conference room technology, and the company copier/printer fleet
• Support technology provisioning for remote jobsites and field teams, including connectivity, endpoints, and collaboration tools
• Lead or coordinate IT projects and business software implementations from requirements gathering through go-live and post-launch support
• Serve as a liaison between business teams and IT to translate operational needs into practical, secure, and supportable technology solutions
• Support business platforms including CMiC, Egnyte, ManageEngine, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Verkada, Palo Alto Networks, and Zoom
• Support Blach's adoption of AI tools — including Microsoft Copilot and Anthropic Claude — and help users apply them responsibly and effectively
• Create and maintain SOPs, runbooks, knowledge base articles, and process documentation for repeatable IT procedures
• Identify recurring issues and recommend process, training, automation, or platform improvements

Skills/Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, or a related field preferred; equivalent combinations of experience and certifications will be considered
• 3+ years of progressive IT support, endpoint management, or systems administration experience, preferably in a mid-sized company environment (150–500 users)
• Proven ability to balance structured project work with daily support demands in a fast-paced environment
• Hands-on experience with Windows, macOS, iPads, mobile devices, and common business peripherals and applications
• Experience with Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online administration
• Familiarity with Microsoft Intune, endpoint management, device compliance, and application deployment practices
• Familiarity with Microsoft Entra ID/Azure Active Directory, user administration, groups, and access management
• Experience with help desk ticketing systems, IT asset management, user onboarding/offboarding, and SOP development
• Familiarity with SaaS administration, basic networking, identity management, SSO, and SCIM concepts
• Strong communicator with the ability to explain technical topics clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities
• Service-minded, professional, and motivated by helping others succeed; strong follow-through and ownership mindset
• Prior experience in construction, AEC, or other project-based industries a plus
• Familiarity with AI productivity tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Anthropic Claude, or ChatGPT a plus
• CompTIA A+, Network+, Microsoft, or ITIL v4 certifications desirable

Position Status

Full-time, regular business hours, non-exempt

Compensation

• highly competitive base salary
• an initial three weeks of paid vacation (growing to four weeks after five years of service)
• holidays
• sick leave
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee Stop Ownership Program (ESOP)
• long-term disability insurance
• cash bonuses based on performance
• professional development
• education assistance
• credit union membership
• annual wellness stipend
• professional affiliations
• many other benefits

The company practices a progressive management style that truly values and appreciates high-quality team members and invests a tremendous amount in their growth and development.

About Blach Construction

Blach has been named a “Best Place to Work in the Bay Area” by its employees and the Silicon Valley Business Journal and San Francisco Business Times since 2009. Blach Construction is a financially stable, award-winning, mid-sized general building contractor and construction manager headquartered in San Jose with operations throughout the greater Bay Area, Southern California, and the Central Coast region.

Blach offers an outstanding benefits package, which you can read about on the company website, as well as an extensive training and development program for all employees through our own Blach University. The management of the company is dedicated to maintaining a stimulating and exciting work environment where teamwork and excellence are both encouraged and supported. For more information, check out the company’s website at www.blach.com.

Blach Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.