IT Specialist

Socket.dev; Calverton (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an IT Support Specialist to maintain and troubleshoot the company’s technology across offices and customer sites. You will handle hardware, software, network, and printer issues, and assist with onboarding.

You will travel to customer locations as needed, provide hands-on support, and coordinate with the MSP and operations teams to keep devices and kiosks running reliably. The role requires strong problem solving, customer service, and the ability to work independently in a

Qualifications

• 2+ years of IT support or related technical role.
• Strong troubleshooting and customer service skills.
• Willingness to travel to customer locations and lift equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide first and second level technical support for hardware, software, and connectivity.
• Set up, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot laptops, desktops, printers, and mobile devices.
• Onboard/offboard technology needs, including equipment deployment and access setup.
• Troubleshoot Wi-Fi, VPN, printers, and other office technology issues.
• Maintain records of IT assets, locations, warranties, and replacement schedules.
• Coordinate hardware repairs and vendor service as needed.
• Administer Microsoft 365 and SharePoint user access and licensing.
• Serve as on-site contact for MSP support and security services.

Skills

IT support experience

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Remote & on-site support

Field service

Driver's license

Tools

Windows

Microsoft 365

VPN

Job description

IT Support Specialist

Position Summary

The IT Support Specialist is responsible for supporting the company's technology infrastructure across both corporate offices and customer-facing locations. This role provides hands-on technical support for computers, networking equipment, printers, mobile devices, point-of-sale equipment, and other technology deployed throughout the organization.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver who can work independently, troubleshoot hardware and connectivity issues remotely, and travel to customer locations when on-site support is required. This position plays a critical role in keeping both internal employees and customer-facing technology operating reliably.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate IT Support

• Provide first and second level technical support to employees for hardware, software, connectivity, and access issues.
• Set up, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot laptops, desktops, monitors, printers, mobile devices, and other office technology.
• Manage employee onboarding and offboarding technology needs, including equipment deployment, account setup, and equipment recovery.
• Troubleshoot Wi‑Fi, network connectivity, VPN, printers, and other common office technology issues.
• Maintain accurate records of company IT equipment, assets, locations, serial numbers, warranties, and replacement schedules.
• Coordinate hardware repairs, replacements, and vendor service when necessary.
• Administer Microsoft 365 and SharePoint user access and licensing, including periodic access and license audits.
• Serve as the on-site point of contact for our managed service provider (R3), which provides tier 1‑3 help desk support, security services, and license management.

Customer Location & Kiosk Support

• Support technology and hardware deployed at customer locations, including self‑service kiosks, tablets, scanners, payment devices, displays, networking equipment, and related peripherals.
• Diagnose and resolve kiosk hardware, connectivity, power, and peripheral issues remotely whenever possible.
• Monitor field technology and proactively identify recurring or potential equipment problems.
• Coordinate and perform on‑site troubleshooting and hardware replacement when remote resolution is not possible.
• Work with Operations, Customer Service, and Account Management teams to quickly resolve technology issues affecting customers.
• Maintain documentation for kiosk configurations, equipment, troubleshooting procedures, and common field issues.
• Coordinate with third‑party technology and equipment vendors when issues require escalation.

Hardware Deployment & Maintenance

• Install and configure new technology at corporate and customer locations.
• Prepare and deploy replacement equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance, upgrades, and equipment refreshes.
• Maintain spare equipment and critical replacement components to minimize downtime.
• Assist with technology rollouts, new customer implementations, office moves, and other IT projects.

Network & Connectivity

• Troubleshoot basic wired and wireless network issues at corporate and customer locations.
• Diagnose connectivity problems involving routers, switches, Wi‑Fi equipment, cellular connections, and other networking hardware.
• Work with internet service providers and technology vendors to resolve connectivity issues.
• Assist with maintaining reliable connectivity for customer‑facing kiosks and other field equipment.

Documentation & Process Improvement

• Maintain an organized inventory of IT and field technology assets.
• Document recurring issues, resolutions, equipment configurations, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Identify recurring technology problems and recommend solutions that reduce service calls and downtime.
• Develop standardized installation, troubleshooting, and replacement procedures.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in IT support, field service, desktop support, or a related technical role.
• Strong hands‑on troubleshooting skills with computers, peripherals, networking equipment, and mobile devices.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware and connectivity issues remotely and in person.
• Ability to diagnose problems logically and determine when an issue requires escalation.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple issues simultaneously.
• Comfortable traveling to customer locations as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift and move technology equipment and work in a variety of customer‑site environments.
• Ability to secure and maintain client‑required security credentials and site access authorizations necessary to perform assigned duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Windows, Microsoft 365, networking, Wi‑Fi, VPN, and mobile devices.
• Experience supporting kiosks, POS systems, vending/micro‑market technology, or similar a plus.
• Familiarity with remote monitoring and management tools.
• Basic understanding of TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, routers, switches, and wireless networks.
• CompTIA A+ & CompTIA Network+ certifications

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on IT generalist who enjoys solving problems in the field. This person should be comfortable moving between an office computer issue in the morning and troubleshooting a kiosk at a customer location in the afternoon.

They should be technically curious, organized, responsive, and comfortable communicating with both technical and non‑technical employees. Most importantly, they should take ownership of problems rather than simply passing them along.

Monumental Markets is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.