Help Desk Supervisor – Oklahoma City

R.K. Black, Inc., an Oklahoma City-based office technology company providing solutions to businesses throughout Oklahoma and Kansas, is seeking a full-time Help Desk Supervisor to serve at our Oklahoma City location.

The Help Desk Supervisor leads our front-line technical support team to deliver outstanding service for every client interaction. This role oversees daily help desk operations, ensuring timely resolution of software, connectivity, and network issues while maintaining high performance standards.

The Supervisor coaches and develops technicians, conducts performance check-ins, tracks key metrics, and recommends process improvements to keep our support operations running at peak efficiency.

At R.K. Black, we prioritize an outstanding client and associate experience, and we’re looking for a leader who can make that happen. Sound like the next step in your career? Learn more about joining our growing Network Services Team below…

What You’ll Do:

  • Mentor, coach, and train help desk associates through hands-on guidance, shadowing, and process reinforcement.
  • Hold regular 1:1 meetings with team members to review performance, address challenges, and support career development.
  • Maintain a training and certification plan for each team member to support technical growth.
  • Ensure all processes are being followed, including:
    • Meeting Service Ticket SLAs
    • Accurate time entry in ConnectWise (ticket moved to “In Progress” when work begins)
    • Client communication standards (calls, ticket updates, detailed internal/external notes)
    • Daily ticket updates with clear next steps
    • Backup monitoring and manual verification of daily completion
    • Creating and maintaining process documentation
  • Build strong client relationships, understand their business needs, and advocate for solutions that improve their IT experience.
  • Oversee ticket queue management and daily operations to ensure SLAs and team performance metrics are met.
  • Review ConnectWise time wrap accuracy daily and approve weekly timesheets.
  • Monitor KPIs, address performance issues promptly, and report trends or recurring issues to management.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to increase departmental efficiency and service quality.
  • Review Paycom timecard submissions for accuracy and approve PTO requests.
  • Participate in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding of new team members as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
  • 3–5 years of MSP support experience, including at least 1–2 years in a management role within a Help Desk, Service Desk environment or other relevant upper-level Managed Services Providers (MSP) management experience.
  • Experience working with MSP or multi-client support is a strong plus.
  • Valid Oklahoma Driver’s License and clear driving record

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in Windows and macOS environments, Microsoft 365/Office 365 administration, and common networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN).
  • Familiarity with remote monitoring and management (RMM) tools, ticketing systems, and IT service management (ITSM) platforms.
  • Understanding of cybersecurity best practices, backup solutions, and cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS.

Leadership & Management:

  • Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop help desk technicians, including conducting performance reviews and creating development plans.
  • Strong skills in reporting and analytics—able to track key performance indicators (KPIs), service level agreements (SLAs), and client satisfaction metrics.
  • Experience with scheduling, workload balancing, and escalation management to maintain consistent service quality.

Communication & Client Service:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical information for non-technical audiences.
  • Demonstrated commitment to exceptional client service, including conflict resolution and handling high-pressure situations.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Certifications (Preferred but Not Required):

  • CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+

You’re a Great Fit if You:

  • Personify friendliness and exhibit ability to get along with others
  • Incorporate team building habits into the daily routine of our tech team
  • Demonstrate a desire / urgency to accomplish tasks
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Possess exceptional organizational skills
  • Communicate clearly in verbal and written English

Physical Requirements

  • Able to stand, bend over, squat or sit for prolonged periods of time
  • Able to use hands to handle and feel for objects and controls

Wage: Commensurate with experience

Benefits: Available first of month following 2 full months of employment – Health, Dental, & Vision Plan, 401K

Start Date: Immediately

Please note: In order to be considered for this position, you must submit a resume with your application.

SERVICE TECHNICIAN – Kansas City, Kansas

Service Technician

R.K. Black, Inc., an office technology company providing solutions to organizations across Oklahoma & Kansas, is seeking a Service Technician in our Kansas City, Kansas office.

Want to be part of a fun, growing team? We are searching for a Service Technician to join our Service team. This in-house position is responsible for ensuring that new equipment is set-up properly, ready to WOW our clients! The shop will hum with efficiency as you monitor the flow of equipment received, set-up, and then prepared for delivery. You’ll keep up to date with new innovations in our marketplace, and continually achieve service goals. Sound like the right career for you?……if so, read on!

Requirements

  • Two-year electronics degree or equivalent military / industry experience
  • Mechanically inclined
  • Knowledge of basic computer skills and network applications
  • Two-years’ customer service experience
  • 21 Years of Age with Valid Kansas Driver’s License

The Job

  • Perform set-up of new office equipment including pre-install checks and programming pre-sets
  • Recondition and sanitize used equipment
  • Troubleshoot equipment failures and resolve the issue quickly and completely
  • Effectively manage workflow process to maximize efficiency; ensure that the right equipment is ready at the right time
  • Effectively communicate with purchasing & delivery departments, service department, and sales to prioritize daily workload
  • Achieve assigned performance standards on a consistent basis
  • Acquire the appropriate training certifications through self-paced, web-based or remote class methods
  • Work independently, using a variety of hand tools and testing equipment
  • Complete & maintain appropriate paperwork as required for the task at hand
  • Provide back-up for warehouse personnel as required
  • Deliver parts or supplies to clients or technicians as needed
  • Represent R.K. Black, Inc. with the utmost honesty & integrity

Qualities Required

  • Innovate – develop new procedures to maximize department capabilities
  • Personify friendliness and exhibit ability to get along with others
  • Demonstrate a desire / urgency to accomplish tasks
  • Possess exceptional organizational skills
  • Possess a valid Driver’s License with clear driving record
  • Communicate clearly in verbal and written English

Physical Requirements

  • Able to stand, bend over, squat or sit for prolonged periods of time
  • Able to use hands to work with tools, handle and feel for objects and controls
  • Able to carry tool kit, and other accessories up and down stairs

Wage: Commensurate with experience

Benefits:  Available after 2 full months of employment (Health & Dental Plan, 401k)

Note: you must submit a resume with your application in order to be considered for this position.

SERVICE TECHNICIAN – Tulsa

Service Technician

R.K. Black, Inc., an office technology company providing solutions to organizations across Oklahoma & Kansas, is seeking a Service Technician in our Tulsa office.

Want to be part of a fun, growing team? We are searching for a Service Technician to join our Service team. This in-house position is responsible for ensuring that new equipment is set-up properly, ready to WOW our clients! The shop will hum with efficiency as you monitor the flow of equipment received, set-up, and then prepared for delivery. You’ll keep up to date with new innovations in our marketplace, and continually achieve service goals. Sound like the right career for you?……if so, read on!

Requirements

  • Two-year electronics degree or equivalent military / industry experience
  • Mechanically inclined
  • Knowledge of basic computer skills and network applications
  • Two-years’ customer service experience

The Job

  • Perform set-up of new office equipment including pre-install checks and programming pre-sets
  • Recondition and sanitize used equipment
  • Troubleshoot equipment failures and resolve the issue quickly and completely
  • Effectively manage workflow process to maximize efficiency; ensure that the right equipment is ready at the right time
  • Effectively communicate with purchasing & delivery departments, service department, and sales to prioritize daily workload
  • Achieve assigned performance standards on a consistent basis
  • Acquire the appropriate training certifications through self-paced, web-based or remote class methods
  • Work independently, using a variety of hand tools and testing equipment
  • Complete & maintain appropriate paperwork as required for the task at hand
  • Provide back-up for warehouse personnel as required
  • Deliver parts or supplies to clients or technicians as needed
  • Represent R.K. Black, Inc. with the utmost honesty & integrity

Qualities Required

  • Innovate – develop new procedures to maximize department capabilities
  • Personify friendliness and exhibit ability to get along with others
  • Demonstrate a desire / urgency to accomplish tasks
  • Possess exceptional organizational skills
  • Possess a valid Driver’s License with clear driving record
  • Communicate clearly in verbal and written English

Physical Requirements

  • Able to stand, bend over, squat or sit for prolonged periods of time
  • Able to use hands to work with tools, handle and feel for objects and controls
  • Able to carry tool kit, and other accessories up and down stairs

Wage: Commensurate with experience

Benefits:  Available after 2 full months of employment (Health & Dental Plan, 401k)

Note: you must submit a resume with your application in order to be considered for this position.

Watch Out for Toner Phoners!

Watch Out for Toner Phoners!

We are hearing increasing reports of clients being scammed by out-of-state Toner Phoners who sell inferior products at inflated prices. Here is their typical approach:

  • 1st call: They claim they are updating their records and need the model and serial number of your copier. Once they have this information, they know the brand of copier … they’re ready for the 2nd scam call a few days later.
  • 2nd call: They imply they are calling from our company and claim prices are getting ready to jump due to some fabricated disaster or shortage (ie: factory burned, tariffs, etc.) … they’ll tell you that to avoid the price increase, you should BUY NOW!

Note: Our TotalCare Service Contracts include toner as part of the “per copy” charge so we have no reason to call to sell you toner if you are on this plan; if your Service Contract does not include toner, you are able to order online from us so again, no reason for us to call you.

How do you avoid being victimized?

  • 1. Advise your office staff of the scam (we will never call to ask you for your model & serial #, it’s already in our system).
  • 2. If you get a call or visit from someone claiming to be with our company, ask
  • for a local phone number, you can call back on. At this point, the scammers usually get belligerent or may simply hang up.
  • 3. If you receive bogus toner, don’t pay for it! Call the out-of-state company & tell them to pick it up … they will make a lot of threats but stand your ground, they sold the products under false pretenses and should eventually leave you alone. You can contact the Better Business Bureau or the nearest Federal Trade Commission office for further assistance.

We appreciate your business and hope this information will help you avoid being victimized.

Thanks,Chris M. Black

President

IT Account Manager – Oklahoma City

R.K. Black, Inc., an Oklahoma City-based office technology company providing solutions to businesses throughout Oklahoma and Kansas, is seeking a full-time IT Account Manager to serve at our Oklahoma City location.
Are you ready to be part of a dynamic and expanding team? We are seeking an IT Account Manager to join our Managed Network Services (MNS) team. In this position, you will take a leading role in supporting and executing sales strategies to meet revenue goals. Your responsibilities will include managing client accounts, providing comprehensive solution offerings, and contributing to the achievement of critical business and financial objectives.

Requirements 

  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred, with 2+ years of Managed Network Services sales experience preferred
  • Advanced computer and network application knowledge is a plus
  • Willingness to obtain additional sales certifications from hardware or SaaS vendors
  • Valid Oklahoma driver’s license with a clean driving record

The Job 

  • Represent R.K. Black, Inc. with the utmost integrity 
  • Able to confidently engage with C-level executives, understanding their business drivers and effectively aligning technology solutions to strategic goals
  • Manage a sales pipeline to meet individual, team, and corporate sales targets
  • Promote and sell products and services while maintaining established profit margins
  • Develop a strong understanding of R.K. Black’s offerings, sales processes, market trends, competitors, and client needs to enhance performance
  • Deliver compelling sales presentations on the products and solutions offered by R.K. Black
  • Maintain an organized and well-qualified client database using CRM tools
  • Pursue ongoing self-improvement by setting and achieving professional and personal development goals
  • Create and execute territory plans to boost sales and expand market share
  • Work flexible hours as needed to fulfill job responsibilities
  • Conduct quarterly Business Technology Reviews with clients to assess needs and opportunities
  • Collaborate with internal teams, including help desk and project management, to ensure exceptional service delivery
  • Proactively identify and capitalize on opportunities to upsell additional services
  • Drive growth in Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR)
  • Explore cross-selling opportunities within the existing client base
  • Respond promptly and effectively to client inquiries, ensuring clear and consistent communication

    Qualities Required

    • Proven experience in IT account management, particularly within the Managed Service Provider (MSP) industry
    • Strong knowledge of managed services and technology solutions
    • Exceptional communication and presentation skills
    • Results-driven with a demonstrated ability to meet revenue targets
    • Skilled in working collaboratively with cross-functional teams
    • Self-motivated with the ability to develop and execute effective sales strategies
    • Comfortable thriving in a competitive, goal-oriented environment
    • Professional demeanor with the ability to handle diverse situations and interact with a variety of people

    Physical Requirements

    • Able to stand, bend, squat, or sit for extended periods
    • Able to carry computer equipment and accessories, including navigating stairs
    • Maintain a well-groomed and professional appearance

    Work Environment (Approximate)

    • 55% of time spent at client locations
    • 35% of time spent working in the office
    • 10% of time spent traveling to and from client sites

    Wage: Commensurate with experience

    Benefits: Available first of month following 2 full months of employment – Health, Dental, & Vision Plan, 401K

    Start Date: Immediately

    Please note: In order to be considered for this position, you must submit a resume with your application.

    Understanding RAID and Backups: They are not the same thing

    Understanding RAID and Backups: They are not the same thing

    Though RAID and back-ups can be both useful in protecting businesses from data loss, they are not the same thing nor can they be used interchangeably. Rather, both RAID and backup technology can be used together to protect an organization’s data. 

     What is RAID?

    RAID stands for Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks. Basically, it’s a system where multiple small (and cheaper) storage disks have been set up in a manner to work together as if they were a larger, more expensive storage disk.

    The beauty of a RAID system is since in life bad things happen and disks do fail, a RAID system anticipates that and shares data between multiple disks so that if, and when, one disk fails, the other disks will have already retained the data, resulting in no data loss for you.

    You simply replace the failed disk and your work continues with no data loss, no downtime.

    Simply put, RAID only guards against disk failure. That’s all. It does not prevent loss due to user error (for example, a user accidentally overwriting or deleting data) or stemming from a ransomware infection. 

    This is where backups step in. 

    What are Backups?

    Where RAID gives you protection against disk failure, data backup systems give you protection against data loss due to ransomware, accidental user file deletion and more. 

    How

    Back-ups use point-in-time recovery to protect your data. Similar to Apple’s Time Machine technology, back-ups regularly take images of your data and silos those images, protecting them from being overwritten or manipulated by external entities, whether users or malware. Then, should your network be subjected to a ransomware attack and all of your files made inaccessible, you will be able to go back to a date and time before the infection, and restore your network and data to their former healthy state.

    Simply said, data back-ups give you the ability to restore your data to a previous state. 

    RAID + Backup = Data Protection

    Now all of that said about how RAID and backup systems are different, coupled together, the two technologies are extremely powerful in protecting your organization from downtime and data loss. Backup systems typically use RAID arrays to store your data and those time-stamped restoration points, giving you the best of two worlds — protection against data loss due to hardware failure and a guard against damage to data caused by user error and malware. 

    Wrapping Up

    Though different technologies, both RAID and backup effectively work together to protect your organization’s network from data loss and downtimes due to hardware, user error and malware. 

    Contact Us!

    Do you have more questions about RAID and backups, or want to talk with someone about safeguarding your business with such technology? Give us a call or click the red button below, fill out the form and send it and we’ll be sure to get back to you right away. 


    About R.K. Black, Inc.

    R.K. Black, Inc. is an Oklahoma City-based, family-owned leading provider of office technology solutions to businesses in Oklahoma and Kansas. We specialize in everything business technology from copier, fax, printer and scanner technology to document management, onsite paper shredding services, VoIP phone systems and managed IT support to video surveillance solutions.

    If you want to learn more about us, feel free to explore the website, read our other blogs or click the button below to be contacted by one of our reps and tell you! Also, be sure to keep watching our social media channels on Facebook and Twitter for more business tips from our blog.