CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.
Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.
Job Summary
CenterPoint Energy is looking for a Computing Support Technician II to join our Business Technology Support Team , located in Houston, TX .
You will have the ability to: work independently with limited or no direct supervision to provide first/second level business technology support. They will collaborate/coordinate with business unit management and IT to support their clients in meeting business operational and financial goals. This position requires working with clients at all levels (field operations, knowledge workers, supervision/management and executive) in providing operational / business technology support.
Essential Functions

• Recommending, configuration, installation, maintenance and training of end user technology (such as personal computer, laptop, smartphone, mobile workforce devices, etc.) and software.
• Assists in the analysis/defining of client technology requirements
• Collaborates / Coordinates with IT (LAN, Network, Desktop and Security) and external vendors to provide onsite end-user / infrastructure support
• Support Corporate IT in the installation / configuration / maintenance of network WAN (routers, switches, etc.) and LAN equipment (servers, VOIP, etc.)
• Assist in selection and testing of technology hardware and application software
• Participate in presenting/preparing end user training and/or documentation.
• Provides status reports and problem summaries, and project status as required.
• Responsible for asset management in their assigned area(s)

Education Description

• High School Diploma

Experience

• 2 years of experience providing technical support of personal computers, peripherals, printers, local area networks, wide area networks, and software in both desktop and help desk environments.

We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.
What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type: Full Time
Posting Start Date: 05/09/2024
Posting End Date: 05/16/2024
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.