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IT Technician (Help Desk - Linux Focus)

Provides hands-on IT support in manufacturing environment, focusing on advanced Linux troubleshooting, identity management with Okta/JumpCloud, network triage, and endpoint operations. Requires 4+ years technical IT experience and strong problem-solving in fast-paced setting.

90k – 120kHayward, CAIT SupportOnsite4+ YOE

About the role

What You’ll Do

Advanced Endpoint & OS Support (Linux first)

  • Troubleshoot complex issues across Linux (primary), macOS, and Windows systems
  • Diagnose OS level problems (performance, services, networking, permissions, etc.)
  • Support engineering and manufacturing workflows running on Linux machines
  • Perform system provisioning, reimaging, patching, and hardware diagnostics

Identity & Device Management (Okta + JumpCloud)

  • Handle user lifecycle actions in Okta (lockouts, reactivations, group changes, MFA issues)
  • Troubleshoot SSO and access related issues across integrated applications
  • Manage devices in JumpCloud (reenrollment, policy issues, locked devices)
  • Ensure endpoints are properly enrolled, compliant, and operational

Network Troubleshooting & Support

  • Act as first responder for network related issues onsite
  • Troubleshoot connectivity problems (wired & wireless)
  • Assist with: Switch troubleshooting (ports, VLANs, cabling issues)
  • Wireless network issues
  • Identifying outages or degraded performance
  • Partner with the Network Engineer on escalations and implementations

Hands On IT Operations

  • Support hardware lifecycle (deployment, repair, replacement)
  • Assist with manufacturing floor IT needs and rapid response issues
  • Own problems end to end, not just ticket resolution

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

  • Document troubleshooting steps, fixes, and recurring issues
  • Contribute to internal knowledge base and process improvements
  • Identify patterns and proactively reduce repeat issues

What Makes You a Good Fit

Technical Experience

  • 4+ years in a technical IT support role (not entry-level help desk)
  • Strong hands on experience with:
    • Linux troubleshooting (required)
    • macOS and Windows support
  • Experience with Okta (SSO, MFA, lifecycle management)
  • Experience with JumpCloud or similar device management tools

Networking Fundamentals (Important)

  • Solid understanding of: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP
  • VLANs, switching basics
  • Comfortable troubleshooting: Network drops, Port issues, Connectivity problems across endpoints

Nice to Have

  • Certifications (CompTIA A+, Network+, Linux+)
  • Experience in manufacturing or lab environments
  • Exposure to scripting/automation (Bash, Python, etc.)

Compensation

  • Annual base salary range: $90,000 - $120,000
  • Equity in the form of stock options
  • Comprehensive benefits: Paid vacation, sick leave, holiday pay, 401K

Skills

LinuxOktaJumpcloudTCP/IPDNSDhcpVlansmacOSWindowsBashPython

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