Deskside Support Technician

Job Info

• Job Identification

115185

Information Technology

11 / 25 / 2025, 03 : 15 AM

P.O. Box 8117, Waco, TX, 76714, US

Full time

No

Responsibilities

Howmet Fastening Systems is looking for an experienced, fully on-site, Deskside Support Technician to provide technical assistance, troubleshooting, and maintenance for our end user computing environment, both in the office and on the shop floor of our manufacturing facility in Waco, TX. The ideal candidates must have strong problem solving skills, good user communication abilities, and have a solid technical background to be successful in this role.

Howmet Fastening Systems, a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, holds the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we're the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aero engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, and troubleshoot Windows desktop operating systems, laptops, mobile devices, and application software.

Support Office 365, Teams, printing, label printing, and peripheral devices.

Maintain, troubleshoot, and support shop-floor hardware including industrial PCs, handheld scanners, and label printers.

Perform device imaging, configuration, deployment, and lifecycle management.

Troubleshoot end-user network connectivity including wired, wireless, and GlobalProtect VPN issues.

Respond to end-user issues via phone, email, walk-up support, and ServiceNow tickets.

Document all work in ServiceNow with timely updates following departmental SLAs and ticketing standards.

Maintain asset inventory for hardware, software, and peripherals.

Assist with new user onboarding, account setup, MFA support, and workstation configuration.

Ensure compliance with Howmet cybersecurity, data handling, and device security policies.

Provide exceptional customer service and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical users.

Occasional after-hours support may be required during outages, updates, or production-critical issues.

Qualifications

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.

2+ years of IT support, helpdesk, or deskside support experience.

Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with ability to support users at all levels.

Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Office 365, Teams, and common desktop technologies.

Experience deploying and supporting PCs, peripherals, and printers.

Basic understanding of networking concepts (DHCP, DNS, Wi-Fi, VPN).

Ability to follow ticketing discipline and meet communication expectations within ServiceNow.

Must be able to obtain lawful access to export-controlled items. This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Preferred Qualifications

2 years' experience with Active Directory, Azure AD, MFA, and basic account administration.

2 years' experience with IT Support Chains.

Benefits / Salary :

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation.

Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company's primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com. Follow @howmet : Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

About Us

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE : HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com / esg-report. Follow : LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Equal Opportunity Employer :

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com