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Get Access To All Jobs#WeAreONEOK – Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.
JOB SUMMARY
The person in this role will have a primary responsibility of a desktop technician supporting users in a corporate office in a field location. This includes supporting end user devices in all environments, conference room support, inventory management and onboarding new hires. This role may require some travel as required.
Job Profile Summary
Perform incident management related to IT infrastructure and support. Perform tasks necessary to ensure reliable infrastructure for business applications.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Triage and diagnose user issues which cannot be resolved on the service desk
- Mentor Tier I personnel during problem analysis to improve efficiency of problem resolution and overall knowledge of Service Desk staff
- Assemble and install servers and other equipment within the data center
- Complete tasks assigned in order to accomplish approved application and/or infrastructure change controls
- Collaborate with other IT personnel on technology and support issues
- Collaborate with applications and infrastructure personnel on new initiatives and the impacts they will have on infrastructure
Education
Bachelor's Degree in computer sciences, other related field, or an equivalent combination of formal education and the following job related experience
Work Experience
Training and experience relative to:
- Operating systems software
- Computer hardware
- Networking
- Communications
- Security administration
- Data base administration
- Experienced interacting with external customers and vendors relationships
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of: current data networking and/or server technologies with ability to support: desktop/laptop hardware, operating system, and Office suite, IP networking, Windows server and/or Unix operating systems; shared storage technologies, virtualization technologies, event monitoring, logging, and data collection techniques
Ability to:
- apply arithmetic and computer math
- identify, research, and analyze systems software problems and perform systems evaluations
- review and interpret manuals, journals, computer display screens, computer printouts, error logs, and correspondence
- research, prepare, and compose systems operating procedures and documentation, reports, and correspondence
- interact, advise, guide, train, and communicate effectively
- communicate and/or exchange information; conduct oral presentations
Licenses and Certifications
None required
Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements
Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements
- Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally)
- Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
- Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)
- Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
- Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
- Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
- Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
- Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
- Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)
- Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
- Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
- Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
- Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)
- Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
- Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
- Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
- Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)
- Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
- Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
- Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)
- Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
- Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)
- Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently)
- Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)
Working Conditions/Environment
Employee is subject to inside environmental conditions
Working Conditions
- Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Constantly)
- Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
- CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)
Travel
Travel in and around office surroundings and job sites out-of-doors
Driving
Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license
ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.
The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.
ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email HRSolutions@ONEOK.com or call 1-855-663-6547.
Expected Salary Range
$77,000.00 - $115,000.00
#WeAreONEOK – Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.
JOB SUMMARY
The person in this role will have a primary responsibility of a desktop technician supporting users in a corporate office in a field location. This includes supporting end user devices in all environments, conference room support, inventory management and onboarding new hires. This role may require some travel as required.
Job Profile Summary
Perform incident management related to IT infrastructure and support. Perform tasks necessary to ensure reliable infrastructure for business applications.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Triage and diagnose user issues which cannot be resolved on the service desk
- Mentor Tier I personnel during problem analysis to improve efficiency of problem resolution and overall knowledge of Service Desk staff
- Assemble and install servers and other equipment within the data center
- Complete tasks assigned in order to accomplish approved application and/or infrastructure change controls
- Collaborate with other IT personnel on technology and support issues
- Collaborate with applications and infrastructure personnel on new initiatives and the impacts they will have on infrastructure
Education
Bachelor's Degree in computer sciences, other related field, or an equivalent combination of formal education and the following job related experience
Work Experience
Training and experience relative to:
- Operating systems software
- Computer hardware
- Networking
- Communications
- Security administration
- Data base administration
- Experienced interacting with external customers and vendors relationships
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of: current data networking and/or server technologies with ability to support: desktop/laptop hardware, operating system, and Office suite, IP networking, Windows server and/or Unix operating systems; shared storage technologies, virtualization technologies, event monitoring, logging, and data collection techniques
Ability to:
- apply arithmetic and computer math
- identify, research, and analyze systems software problems and perform systems evaluations
- review and interpret manuals, journals, computer display screens, computer printouts, error logs, and correspondence
- research, prepare, and compose systems operating procedures and documentation, reports, and correspondence
- interact, advise, guide, train, and communicate effectively
- communicate and/or exchange information; conduct oral presentations
Licenses and Certifications
None required
Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements
Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements
- Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally)
- Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
- Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)
- Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
- Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
- Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
- Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
- Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
- Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)
- Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
- Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
- Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
- Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)
- Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
- Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
- Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
- Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)
- Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
- Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
- Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)
- Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
- Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)
- Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently)
- Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)
Working Conditions/Environment
Employee is subject to inside environmental conditions
Working Conditions
- Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Constantly)
- Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
- CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)
Travel
Travel in and around office surroundings and job sites out-of-doors
Driving
Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license
ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.
The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.
ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email HRSolutions@ONEOK.com or call 1-855-663-6547.
Expected Salary Range
$77,000.00 - $115,000.00
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Systems Analyst
Target STEM OPT-eligible employers first
Systems Analyst roles classified under CIP codes like 11.0101 qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Prioritize employers with active E-Verify enrollment, since that's a hard requirement for STEM OPT authorization through your DSO.
Frame your degree match clearly in applications
Hiring managers reviewing OPT candidates want to see a direct line from your degree to the role. Explicitly connect your Information Systems, Computer Science, or Engineering degree to the systems analysis work in your resume summary and cover letter.
Identify employers with H-1B sponsorship history
Search OFLC disclosure data to verify which companies have previously sponsored H-1B visas for Systems Analyst roles. Firms with consistent sponsorship history are significantly more likely to extend that support to OPT candidates they hire.
Highlight cross-functional communication skills
Systems Analysts sit between technical teams and business stakeholders. Employers sponsoring OPT candidates take on extra process overhead, so demonstrating you can reduce friction between departments makes you a stronger candidate worth that investment.
Apply before your OPT start date, not after
Many employers won't extend offers if your OPT hasn't been approved yet. Start applying two to three months before your program end date so you have an active EAD card in hand when onboarding conversations begin.
Negotiate your training plan early for STEM OPT
STEM OPT requires a formal training plan signed by your employer. Bring this up during the offer stage, not after you've accepted. Employers unfamiliar with the process will need lead time to work with their HR or legal teams.
Systems Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Systems Analyst on OPT?
Yes, provided your degree field is directly related to the Systems Analyst role. Common qualifying degrees include Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Business Information Technology. Your DSO must authorize OPT and your employment must align with the academic program listed on your I-20. Unrelated degree fields will not qualify, even if you're technically capable of doing the work.
Do Systems Analyst jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many do, but it depends on how your degree's CIP code is classified and whether your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Systems Analyst roles at E-Verify employers, where your degree falls under a STEM-designated CIP code such as 11.0101 or 14.0101, qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension beyond your initial 12 months. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer.
Where can I find Systems Analyst jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job searches, so you can filter Systems Analyst roles by employers actively open to OPT candidates. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process, after interviews have already taken place.
What happens if my OPT expires before my H-1B is approved?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT expires, you're protected by cap-gap rules through September 30 of that year, assuming you're subject to the H-1B annual cap. Your EAD is automatically extended during this cap-gap period. If the H-1B petition is not selected in the lottery or not filed in time, you'll need to stop working and either change status or leave the U.S.
How long does it typically take to get hired as a Systems Analyst on OPT?
Hiring timelines for Systems Analyst roles range from three to eight weeks from first interview to offer, though enterprise employers in finance and healthcare often run longer processes. Factor in another two to four weeks for onboarding paperwork and background checks. Starting your search at least three months before your OPT authorization begins gives you a realistic buffer to land a role before your employment window opens.