What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Technology Support Specialist position at Red Oak Technologies?
Red Oak Technologies is a leading provider of comprehensive resourcing solutions across a variety of industries and sectors including IT, Marketing, Finance, Business Operations, Manufacturing and Engineering.
Our client is a semiconductor manufacturing company. They are looking for an IT Support Specialist to join their team. This role is a CONTRACT position. Position will be ONSITE. Candidate must be able to commute onsite to Cupertino, CA.
**Part time role projecting between 20 - 30 hours per week**
**Onsite**
**90% Windows and 10% Mac support expected**
Position Summary:
We are seeking a reliable and customer-focused Part-Time IT Help Desk / IT Support Specialist to provide day-to-day technical support for employees across hardware, software, networking, and SaaS applications. This role is ideal for an IT professional with 1–5 years of hands-on experience supporting growing organizations, preferably within a fast-paced technology or startup environment.
The ideal candidate is responsive, organized, technically strong, and able to troubleshoot issues independently while delivering excellent internal customer service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 technical support for employees onsite and remote
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to:
- Laptops/desktops (Windows and Mac)
- Microsoft 365
- VPN and network connectivity
- Printers and peripherals
- SaaS applications and user access
- Video conferencing tools (Zoom, Teams)
- Set up and configure new hire equipment, accounts, and system access
- Support employee onboarding and offboarding processes
- Manage IT ticket queue and ensure timely issue resolution
- Maintain inventory of IT equipment and accessories
- Coordinate repairs, replacements, and vendor support as needed
- Assist with endpoint security, MFA, password resets, and basic cybersecurity practices
- Document technical procedures and maintain internal IT knowledge base
- Support conference room technology and office IT infrastructure
- Limited support of Linux servers and Virtualization environment
- Escalate complex technical issues to external vendors or senior IT resources when appropriate
Qualifications:
- 1–5 years of hands-on IT support or help desk experience
- Strong troubleshooting skills across Windows and macOS environments
- Experience supporting Microsoft 365 and common SaaS tools
- Familiarity with:
- Active Directory / Entra ID
- VPNs and networking basics
- Endpoint management tools
- MFA and security best practices
- Ticketing systems (Jira, Zendesk, etc.)
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple support requests independently
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a startup or high-growth environment
- Basic knowledge of cybersecurity and compliance practices
- IT certifications such as CompTIA A , Network , or Google IT Support Certification
- Knowledge of Linux environment support a plus
Work Schedule:
- Part-time position (approximately 20–30 hours per week)
- Flexible schedule based on business needs
- Onsite support preferred
Sample Titles:
- IT Support Specialist
- IT Support Coordinator
- Part-Time IT Administrator
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Note: Compensation rates are based on years of experience and/or level of skills relevant to the opportunity.
Salary : $30 - $45