IT Specialist

This is a foundational, hands-on role for someone who wants to own day-to-day IT operations in a growing environment that is actively investing in IT systems, ERP modernization, and business intelligence initiatives. The position will work closely with an external MSP while gradually building internal IT capability.

• Strong generalist IT background (7+ years) across helpdesk, systems administration, and end-user support
• Experience with Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Windows environments, and basic networking
• Comfort acting as a "jack of all trades" supporting hardware, software, onboarding/offboarding, and tickets end-to-end
• Ability to coordinate with MSPs and manage escalations, vendor relationships, and IT support workflows
• Exposure to IT projects such as ERP systems, cloud migrations, or business application support is a plus
• Strong communication skills with ability to support non-technical users in an engineering-heavy environment
• Willingness to work fully onsite in the West Metro

Cannot require sponsorship Minnesota-based candidates only No third-parties/C2C

Desired Skills and Experience

• 7+ years of IT support or systems administration experience in a hands-on environment
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365, Windows OS, and Active Directory
• Experience supporting end-user devices (desktops, laptops, printers) and managing helpdesk tickets
• Ability to troubleshoot basic networking issues (DNS, DHCP, connectivity) and support core infrastructure
• Must be able to work on-site 5 days/week in the West metro

SkyWater Search is partnering with a Minneapolis-based engineering and manufacturing organization that designs and delivers complex mechanized structural systems for large-scale projects to find an IT Support Specialist (full-time).