What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Technology Operations Engineer position at Accton?
Company Description Accton Technology Corporation is a global technology and services company specializing in design, development, and manufacturing for AI/ML hardware and open networking solutions. The organization focuses on building long-term partnerships through close collaboration, advanced technologies, and an experienced worldwide workforce. Accton is committed to leading in open networking, meeting emerging XaaS platform and service demands, and caring for all stakeholders, including employees, investors, and communities. With over 5,700 team members and multibillion-dollar annual revenue, Accton offers a stable, innovative environment for professionals seeking impactful work in next-generation infrastructure.
Role Description The Information Technology Operations Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based in Mesquite, TX. This role is responsible for daily IT operations, including helpdesk support, network monitoring and maintenance, server room management, endpoint device support, and basic server administration. Provide first-level troubleshooting for network and system issues, maintain office IT infrastructure and cabling, ensure server room safety and backup operations, and support employees in resolving technical problems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.
Endpoint & Software Support:
- Provide first-line diagnostic and repair services for PCs, laptops, and peripherals (printers, AV equipment).
- Perform OS deployment and installation/configuration of M365 and corporate standard software.
- Monitor daily backup tasks to ensure data integrity and assist in periodic recovery testing.
Account & Asset Management:
- Handle AD account requests, password resets, and permission settings for onboarding/offboarding and File Servers.
- Manage the IT asset lifecycle, performing regular inventory audits and license reclamation.
Telephone Line Provisioning/Termination & Vendor Coordination:
- Assist in collecting required information for telephone requests (new/change/termination, extension/phone number, installation location, target date, cost center) and track request progress.
Network Monitoring & Alerting:
- Monitor real-time network device status and traffic, performing initial troubleshooting and escalation upon detection of anomalies.
First-level Connectivity Troubleshooting:
- Resolve basic connectivity issues such as office Wi‑Fi/LAN problems and VPN connection failures, and perform initial response, escalation, and documentation for cyber security incidents in accordance with company procedures.
Hardware Maintenance & Cabling:
- Assist in racking network devices (Switches, Firewalls) and manage cabling maintenance in server rooms (IDF/MDF).
Maintenance Documentation:
- Document daily network operations and maintain updated IP allocation tables and basic network topology records.
Vendor Coordination:
- Coordinate with ISPs or maintenance vendors for on-site circuit repairs and hardware replacement.
Server & Data Center Operations:
- Monitor server room environments (power, cooling, cleanliness) and perform regular hardware inspections and racking.
- Basic experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware, Hyper-V, or Proxmox. Assist in basic VM operations such as provisioning, power management, resource adjustment, and health checking.
- Assist in routine maintenance, patch management, and resource monitoring for Windows/Linux servers and Storage/NAS.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess strong IT Operations and Information Technology skills for managing and optimizing daily infrastructure and services.
- Proficiency in M365 operations and PC/laptop hardware troubleshooting.
- Basic knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, subnetting, and fundamental routing/switching concepts).
- Strong service orientation with excellent communication skills to maintain logs and follow SOPs.
- Hands-on experience in basic switch configuration, cable crimping, and line tracing.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to accurately follow SOPs and perform basic fault analysis.
- Basic experience in Windows Server or Linux system administration and maintenance.
- Experience with basic backup software and fundamental knowledge of server room infrastructure.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- CCNA/CCNP certification is a plus
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life, AD&D, voluntary Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability insurance
- 401k retirement plan
- HSA, Health Care FSA
- Vacation and Sick Leave
- Paid holidays