Job Description
We are seeking an IT Support Specialist to provide hands-on technology support within an onsite environment that includes manufacturing, engineering, design, and general business operations.
- The position supports both Windows and Mac systems and serves as the main technical resource for employees at the assigned facility. Day-to-day responsibilities involve troubleshooting computers, software, mobile technology, collaboration platforms, printing and scanning equipment, and specialized applications used in technical and production-related workflows.
- In addition to resolving technical issues, this individual will oversee local IT service activities involving incidents, problems, and changes while assisting with broader technology initiatives.
- Successful candidates should have a solid foundation in desktop support, a customer-focused approach, and the ability to manage technical responsibilities independently in an active business environment. Prior exposure to engineering, manufacturing, or design operations is beneficial but is not a requirement.
- The role also provides opportunities to contribute to technology upgrades, endpoint improvements, manufacturing-related IT projects, and larger organizational system implementations.
IT Specialist - New York City, NY 10001
- Longterm contract assignment
- Projected start date - November 2026
Job Description
We are seeking an IT Support Specialist to provide hands-on technology support within an onsite environment that includes manufacturing, engineering, design, and general business operations.
- The position supports both Windows and Mac systems and serves as the main technical resource for employees at the assigned facility. Day-to-day responsibilities involve troubleshooting computers, software, mobile technology, collaboration platforms, printing and scanning equipment, and specialized applications used in technical and production-related workflows.
- In addition to resolving technical issues, this individual will oversee local IT service activities involving incidents, problems, and changes while assisting with broader technology initiatives.
- Successful candidates should have a solid foundation in desktop support, a customer-focused approach, and the ability to manage technical responsibilities independently in an active business environment. Prior exposure to engineering, manufacturing, or design operations is beneficial but is not a requirement.
- The role also provides opportunities to contribute to technology upgrades, endpoint improvements, manufacturing-related IT projects, and larger organizational system implementations.
Primary Responsibilities
Onsite Technology Support
- Serve as the primary technical contact for employees requiring assistance with onsite IT systems and equipment.
- Diagnose and resolve issues involving laptops, desktop computers, phones, printers, scanners, tablets, mobile devices, and other workplace technology.
- Coordinate with corporate IT personnel, external support groups, and third-party technology providers to resolve technical problems and fulfill operational support needs.
- Assist employees working with engineering and design software, including Rhino 3D, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and additional CAD/CAM applications used in product design, engineering, and manufacturing activities.
System Configuration and IT Operations
- Prepare, install, and configure computers, applications, and technology systems based on requirements established by the IT department.
- Use approved technical instructions, documented procedures, and internal knowledge resources to ensure reliable and consistent support.
- Work alongside internal and external IT teams to complete technical projects, implementations, and location-specific support assignments.
- Support local IT service operations through ServiceNow, ensuring incidents and service requests are properly recorded, maintained, and resolved.
- Follow established practices for incident, problem, request, and change management while escalating matters to IT management or other support teams when appropriate.
Documentation and Employee Assistance
- Help employees understand and use supported technology by providing technical guidance, training, and knowledge sharing.
- Develop and maintain technical reference materials, internal knowledge articles, and standard operating procedures specific to the facility.
- Assist operational and manufacturing personnel with technical questions and processes relevant to their work.
Infrastructure Monitoring and Asset Management
- Assist in monitoring the operational condition of local networks, servers, telephony equipment, and other essential IT infrastructure.
- Track system maintenance activities and identify potential issues affecting technology availability.
- Provide local oversight and support for software licensing systems, license servers, and administrative platforms associated with engineering, design, and manufacturing applications.
- Maintain accurate inventories of onsite IT equipment, including asset records, equipment tracking, and location-specific inventory updates.
Required Qualifications And Skills
Technical Background
- Demonstrated familiarity with computers and common workplace peripherals, including:
- Desktop and laptop systems
- Printing and scanning equipment
- Devices connected to local or enterprise networks
- Practical experience performing technical setup, configuration, and troubleshooting for:
- End-user workstations and enterprise software
- Network-enabled hardware and peripheral devices
- Understanding of IT Service Management (ITSM) frameworks and ticketing platforms, including ServiceNow or equivalent solutions.
- Familiarity with processes associated with incident resolution, service requests, problem investigation, and change management.
- Ability to maintain detailed support tickets, record technical activities, and provide accurate status information.
- General knowledge of network connectivity, basic troubleshooting methods, and common infrastructure components.
- Understanding of how to monitor the status of servers, network equipment, and telephony services from an onsite support perspective.
- Previous involvement in managing technology assets, equipment records, and facility-level IT inventories.
Documentation and Communication
- Comfortable working from established technical instructions, standard operating procedures, and internal knowledge resources.
- Ability to prepare, revise, and organize technical materials such as:
- Internal knowledge base articles
- Facility-specific operating procedures
- Technical support instructions and troubleshooting runbooks
- Experience assisting with employee training and sharing technical information with operational or manufacturing teams.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication abilities.
- Capable of translating technical information into clear, understandable guidance for employees with varying levels of technical experience.
Work Style And Professional Skills
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate technical problems, identify solutions, and complete troubleshooting activities without continuous oversight.
- Uses appropriate judgment when determining whether an issue can be addressed locally or requires additional technical expertise.
- Communicates escalations effectively to IT leadership, partner support organizations, and other involved technical teams.
- Motivated to expand technical knowledge and become familiar with new tools, systems, and operational procedures.
- Comfortable balancing multiple support needs in a busy manufacturing or business environment.
- Able to work independently while maintaining consistent service quality and following established guidelines.
- Organized and detail-oriented, particularly when handling service records, documentation, and equipment inventories.
- Maintains dependable attendance and follows assigned schedules to ensure consistent support for facility operations.
Knowledge, Independence, and Decision-Making
- Applies both foundational and advanced IT support knowledge to technology issues encountered in manufacturing and operational environments.
- Selects and adjusts established troubleshooting methods, technical tools, and support processes to accommodate the needs of the assigned facility.
- Manages a variety of technical activities, including moderately complex assignments, with limited direct supervision.
- Expected to resolve most routine and intermediate onsite IT problems independently while involving specialized support teams for more complex situations.
- Makes informed technical decisions within established organization policies, procedures, and service expectations to support dependable IT operations.