Job ID: REF281Q
Job Category: Corporate
Location: Hamel, MN, US
This post is also available in: Portuguese (Brazil)
DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Help Desk Technician II
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Information Technology
Reports to: Quality & Continuous Improvement Specialist
Technical Report to: Global Helpdesk Supervisor
Code: 10142
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
The Help Desk Technician II is responsible for providing support for employees’ use of IT assets and to provide new technology to promote effective business. This position ensures that technology users can effectively do their job with the hardware and software given to them.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Maintain all aspects of laptops, desktops and related software.
- Maintain corporate print service/maintenance contracts for the region.
- Respond to global helpdesk tickets as assigned keeping users informed as to progress; updates and closes IT tickets accordingly.
- Co-administrate corporate IT helpdesk ticketing system, assist with assigning tickets.
- Responsible for tasks associated with user onboarding and offboarding (setup laptop, full workstation area)
- Helps create and define procedures for new systems and services offered by the IT team globally.
- Manage all aspects of regional cellular and mobile devices within corporate standards.
- Maintain an up-to-date inventory of IT resources and supplies.
- Serve as a backup to other applications as required.
- Recommend new technology as required.
- Manages consultants/contractors as required for projects.
- Provide technical and procedural assistance to junior members of the team.
- In some cases, will be required to work non-traditional hours to minimize business impact of upgrades or modifications to infrastructure.
- Lead region specific projects and provide resources to larger business wide projects working with senior global team.
This post is also available in: Portuguese (Brazil)
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Associate degree in Information Technology, Business, or related field
Experience: 4+ years’ experience: working in a general helpdesk support environment, working with Microsoft applications.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to successfully and effectively work independently and within a team.
- Ability to influence others, identify problems, and recommend a course of action.
- A sense of urgency in solving customer requests to ensure timely resolution and an ability to work under pressure, multi-task and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement initiatives, root cause analysis and project management.
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff on all levels within the Company.
- Ability to lead large work volumes, show flexibility, and adapt easily to change.
*Or 6+ years equivalent combination of education and experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field
Experience: 5+ years working in a general helpdesk support environment
Licenses/Certifications: ITIL Foundation or any IT related training and certifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Rail Industry knowledge
- Microsoft 365, Intune and Autopilot experience
- ITIL/IT Service Management
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires successful completion of the following:
- Social Security Verification: The individual’s name must correspond to their Social Security number and date of birth.
-
Drug and Alcohol Testing: All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test. Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-incident drug and/or alcohol testing in compliance with federal regulations and company policy.
-
A nationwide, federal, and state criminal background check will be conducted. Up to a seven-year history will be considered, including incarceration or court supervision. Findings will be reviewed relative to the position requirements.
-
Employment Verification: Current and prior relevant employment experience will be verified to confirm the candidate meets the minimum required years of experience for the position.
-
Education Verification: Post-secondary education at the associate degree level or higher will be verified, including degree(s) earned and dates of completion.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computer.
- May lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally (desktop computers, monitors, stands)
- 10% or more travel is possible including international.
- Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the countries where we operate, including the Equality Act 2010 in the UK, relevant U.S. federal, state, and local laws, Brazil’s anti-discrimination provisions under the Consolidation of Labor Laws (CLT) and Federal Constitution, India’s Equal Remuneration Act and Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, Australia’s Fair Work Act 2009 and applicable state and territory legislation, and Canada’s human rights protections under the Canadian Human Rights Act and applicable provincial or territorial laws.
Benefits:
Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.
Compensation:
Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.
The pay range for this position is between $61,900-$89,700
This post is also available in: Portuguese (Brazil)
ABOUT
Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. is a global leader in track maintenance technology, services, and solutions for the railway industry. For over 70 years, Loram has delivered industry-leading innovation through cutting-edge rail grinding, ballast maintenance, and inspection systems — ensuring safer, more reliable, and cost-effective rail operations for customers worldwide.
Headquartered in Hamel, Minnesota, Loram operates in multiple locations across North America and supports Class I, regional, and commuter railroads with a full suite of services. Loram is known for its strong engineering culture, commitment to safety, and dedication to improving the performance of rail infrastructure through advanced technology and field-proven expertise.
Join a company that moves the world — and builds the future of rail.
DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Help Desk Technician II
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Information Technology
Reports to: Quality & Continuous Improvement Specialist
Technical Report to: Global Helpdesk Supervisor
Code: 10142
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
The Help Desk Technician II is responsible for providing support for employees’ use of IT assets and to provide new technology to promote effective business. This position ensures that technology users can effectively do their job with the hardware and software given to them.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Maintain all aspects of laptops, desktops and related software.
- Maintain corporate print service/maintenance contracts for the region.
- Respond to global helpdesk tickets as assigned keeping users informed as to progress; updates and closes IT tickets accordingly.
- Co-administrate corporate IT helpdesk ticketing system, assist with assigning tickets.
- Responsible for tasks associated with user onboarding and offboarding (setup laptop, full workstation area)
- Helps create and define procedures for new systems and services offered by the IT team globally.
- Manage all aspects of regional cellular and mobile devices within corporate standards.
- Maintain an up-to-date inventory of IT resources and supplies.
- Serve as a backup to other applications as required.
- Recommend new technology as required.
- Manages consultants/contractors as required for projects.
- Provide technical and procedural assistance to junior members of the team.
- In some cases, will be required to work non-traditional hours to minimize business impact of upgrades or modifications to infrastructure.
- Lead region specific projects and provide resources to larger business wide projects working with senior global team.
This post is also available in: Portuguese (Brazil)
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Associate degree in Information Technology, Business, or related field
Experience: 4+ years’ experience: working in a general helpdesk support environment, working with Microsoft applications.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to successfully and effectively work independently and within a team.
- Ability to influence others, identify problems, and recommend a course of action.
- A sense of urgency in solving customer requests to ensure timely resolution and an ability to work under pressure, multi-task and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement initiatives, root cause analysis and project management.
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff on all levels within the Company.
- Ability to lead large work volumes, show flexibility, and adapt easily to change.
*Or 6+ years equivalent combination of education and experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field
Experience: 5+ years working in a general helpdesk support environment
Licenses/Certifications: ITIL Foundation or any IT related training and certifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Rail Industry knowledge
- Microsoft 365, Intune and Autopilot experience
- ITIL/IT Service Management
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires successful completion of the following:
- Social Security Verification: The individual’s name must correspond to their Social Security number and date of birth.
-
Drug and Alcohol Testing: All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test. Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-incident drug and/or alcohol testing in compliance with federal regulations and company policy.
-
A nationwide, federal, and state criminal background check will be conducted. Up to a seven-year history will be considered, including incarceration or court supervision. Findings will be reviewed relative to the position requirements.
-
Employment Verification: Current and prior relevant employment experience will be verified to confirm the candidate meets the minimum required years of experience for the position.
-
Education Verification: Post-secondary education at the associate degree level or higher will be verified, including degree(s) earned and dates of completion.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computer.
- May lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally (desktop computers, monitors, stands)
- 10% or more travel is possible including international.
- Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the countries where we operate, including the Equality Act 2010 in the UK, relevant U.S. federal, state, and local laws, Brazil’s anti-discrimination provisions under the Consolidation of Labor Laws (CLT) and Federal Constitution, India’s Equal Remuneration Act and Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, Australia’s Fair Work Act 2009 and applicable state and territory legislation, and Canada’s human rights protections under the Canadian Human Rights Act and applicable provincial or territorial laws.
Benefits:
Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.
Compensation:
Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.
The pay range for this position is between $61,900-$89,700
This post is also available in: Portuguese (Brazil)
ABOUT
A Loram South America é uma subsidiária ligada a Loram Maintenance of Way, empresa ferroviária especializada em prestação de serviço e fabricação de máquinas de manutenção de Via Permanente, localizada nos EUA.
Líder no fornecimento de serviços e equipamentos de manutenção de via da América do Norte, atendemos ferrovias Classe I, além shortlines e transporte de passageiros.
Estamos há mais de 60 anos no mercado e hoje possuímos uma das maiores frotas de equipamentos de via permanente na América do Norte, mais de 250 máquinas e de 1.500 colaboradores distribuídos pelo mundo.
DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Help Desk Technician II
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Information Technology
Reports to: Quality & Continuous Improvement Specialist
Technical Report to: Global Helpdesk Supervisor
Code: 10142
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
The Help Desk Technician II is responsible for providing support for employees’ use of IT assets and to provide new technology to promote effective business. This position ensures that technology users can effectively do their job with the hardware and software given to them.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Maintain all aspects of laptops, desktops and related software.
- Maintain corporate print service/maintenance contracts for the region.
- Respond to global helpdesk tickets as assigned keeping users informed as to progress; updates and closes IT tickets accordingly.
- Co-administrate corporate IT helpdesk ticketing system, assist with assigning tickets.
- Responsible for tasks associated with user onboarding and offboarding (setup laptop, full workstation area)
- Helps create and define procedures for new systems and services offered by the IT team globally.
- Manage all aspects of regional cellular and mobile devices within corporate standards.
- Maintain an up-to-date inventory of IT resources and supplies.
- Serve as a backup to other applications as required.
- Recommend new technology as required.
- Manages consultants/contractors as required for projects.
- Provide technical and procedural assistance to junior members of the team.
- In some cases, will be required to work non-traditional hours to minimize business impact of upgrades or modifications to infrastructure.
- Lead region specific projects and provide resources to larger business wide projects working with senior global team.
This post is also available in: Portuguese (Brazil)
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Associate degree in Information Technology, Business, or related field
Experience: 4+ years’ experience: working in a general helpdesk support environment, working with Microsoft applications.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to successfully and effectively work independently and within a team.
- Ability to influence others, identify problems, and recommend a course of action.
- A sense of urgency in solving customer requests to ensure timely resolution and an ability to work under pressure, multi-task and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement initiatives, root cause analysis and project management.
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff on all levels within the Company.
- Ability to lead large work volumes, show flexibility, and adapt easily to change.
*Or 6+ years equivalent combination of education and experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field
Experience: 5+ years working in a general helpdesk support environment
Licenses/Certifications: ITIL Foundation or any IT related training and certifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Rail Industry knowledge
- Microsoft 365, Intune and Autopilot experience
- ITIL/IT Service Management
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires successful completion of the following:
- Social Security Verification: The individual’s name must correspond to their Social Security number and date of birth.
-
Drug and Alcohol Testing: All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test. Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-incident drug and/or alcohol testing in compliance with federal regulations and company policy.
-
A nationwide, federal, and state criminal background check will be conducted. Up to a seven-year history will be considered, including incarceration or court supervision. Findings will be reviewed relative to the position requirements.
-
Employment Verification: Current and prior relevant employment experience will be verified to confirm the candidate meets the minimum required years of experience for the position.
-
Education Verification: Post-secondary education at the associate degree level or higher will be verified, including degree(s) earned and dates of completion.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computer.
- May lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally (desktop computers, monitors, stands)
- 10% or more travel is possible including international.
- Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the countries where we operate, including the Equality Act 2010 in the UK, relevant U.S. federal, state, and local laws, Brazil’s anti-discrimination provisions under the Consolidation of Labor Laws (CLT) and Federal Constitution, India’s Equal Remuneration Act and Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, Australia’s Fair Work Act 2009 and applicable state and territory legislation, and Canada’s human rights protections under the Canadian Human Rights Act and applicable provincial or territorial laws.
Benefits:
Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.
Compensation:
Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.
The pay range for this position is between $61,900-$89,700
This post is also available in: Portuguese (Brazil)
ABOUT
Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. is a global leader in track maintenance technology, services, and solutions for the railway industry. For over 70 years, Loram has delivered industry-leading innovation through cutting-edge rail grinding, ballast maintenance, and inspection systems — ensuring safer, more reliable, and cost-effective rail operations for customers worldwide.
Loram EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa) is a subsidiary based in the heart of the RTC located in Derby. Loram EMEA builds, operates and maintains rail grinding vehicles and performs heavy overhauls of railway vehicles from its Derby site. Loram is known for its strong engineering culture, commitment to safety, and dedication to improving the performance of rail infrastructure through advanced technology and field-proven expertise.
This post is also available in: Portuguese (Brazil)
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This post is also available in: Portuguese (Brazil)
This post is also available in: Portuguese (Brazil)
Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Loram is committed to protecting the identity and personal information of any potential employee. Loram applicants will only be contacted by Loram employees with an authentic Loram email address ending in @loram.com. We encourage you to verify the identity of any individual who claims to be a member of the Loram team by confirming the email address is @loram.com with no additional characters or letters. We will never request financial information or a financial commitment as part of the recruitment process. If you have a question about the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Loram, please contact loramrecruiting@loram.com. Reports can be submitted online at www.loram.ethicspoint.com or by calling 1-844-635-4640.
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