IT Support Specialist II

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries; Tomball (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries seeks an experienced IT Operations Support professional to handle routine to mid-level computer, networking, and ticket-based tasks for multi-location users. You will install workstations, troubleshoot issues, respond to IT tickets, and maintain hardware, software, and VOIP systems.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in IT operations support capacity.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and communication skills (English & National Language); outstanding listening skills.
• A mature yet flexible personality suitable to interfacing successfully with all levels of personnel.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Win7, 10 & 11 operating systems, Windows Server 2013 - 2019
• An intermediate understanding of cloud-based environments and computing
• Well rounded computer hardware and networking skills
• Able to articulate issues, build consensus around recommendations, and define next steps
• Team oriented, self-starter able to work independently and customer focused
• Display positive and constructive attitude
• Display business and organizational maturity
• Demonstrates an outstanding work ethic and a sense of urgency to resolve issues quickly and efficiently
• A continual desire and capability to learn
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Ability to lift to 50 Lbs.
• Ability to travel < 25%

Responsibilities

• Install and configure computer workstations, printers and peripherals for local and remote users.
• Troubleshoot and resolve computer and network problems; escalate when needed.
• Respond to IT Tickets in a timely manner.
• Diagnose computer, network and communications problems.
• Perform software reloads and upgrades for computer systems and communications equipment.
• Implement computer / user controls to secure and promote proper functionality of user computers.
• Interface with vendor technical support to deploy and resolve issues.
• Maintain IT supplies and asset inventory; coordinate disposal of IT equipment.
• Monitor and maintain computer operations area.
• Administer, deploy and support VOIP telephony equipment.
• Maintain productive working relationships and communicate clearly (English & National Language).
• Organize, prioritize, and coordinate daily workload activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.”

Skills

IT operations

Strong communication

Team oriented

Self-starter

Organized

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Windows 7/10/11

Windows Server 2013-2019

Cloud-based environments

Networking

Job description

Company Overview

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied hydrogen (LH2), and industrial gases industries. Applications include fueling stations, marine engines, peak shaving, power generation, virtual pipelines, carbon capture, geothermal power, and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with $1.5 B USD in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Job Overview

Under general direction, performs a variety of routine to medium computer (and their peripherals), networking and communications tasks in support of all Local-Area-Network (LAN) computers; familiar with the most recent computer operating systems on client and servers; maintain and support desktop hardware and software; perform a wide variety of technical duties involved in the installation, repair, and maintenance or personal computers, peripherals, servers and equipment. Respond to IT tickets assigned in support of multi-location users.

Responsibilities

• Install new and / or update computer workstations, printers and peripherals, and client software for local and remote users
• Troubleshoot and resolve computer and network problems; escalated and ask for assistance to resolve problems in a timely manner
• Respond to assigned IT Tickets in a timely manner
• Diagnose computer, network and communications problems
• Perform software reloads and upgrades for computer systems and communications equipment
• Implement computer / user controls to secure and promote the proper functionality of user community networked computers
• Interfaces with vendor technical support staff to deploy and resolve hardware, software, and networking issues
• Maintains IT supplies and IT assets inventory and coordinates the disposal of all unwanted IT equipment
• Responsible for monitoring and maintaining computer operations area
• Administer, deploy and support VOIP telephony equipment
• Maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; exercise time-management, documentation, organizational and communications skills
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing (English & National Language)
• Organize, prioritize, and coordinate daily workload activities
• Any other duties as assigned by management

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely utilizes standard office equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers, and smartphones. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Employees are required to wear company provided PPE as/when needed. PPE’s may include safety shoes, safety glasses, face shields, FR clothing, cryogenic gloves, cryogenic apron, cut resistant gloves, safety gloves, hearing protection, hard hats & dust masks.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Associates degree, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in IT operations support capacity
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and communication skills (English & National Language); outstanding listening skills
• A mature yet flexible personality suitable to interfacing successfully with all levels of personnel
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Win7, 10 & 11 operating systems, Windows Server 2013 - 2019
• An intermediate understanding of cloud-based environments and computing
• Well rounded computer hardware and networking skills
• Able to articulate issues, build consensus around recommendations, and define next steps
• Team oriented, self-starter able to work independently and customer focused
• Display positive and constructive attitude
• Display business and organizational maturity
• Demonstrates an outstanding work ethic and a sense of urgency to resolve issues quickly and efficiently
• A continual desire and capability to learn
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Ability to lift to 50 Lbs.
• Ability to travel < 25%

EEOC Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Nikkiso CE&IG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.