Systems Administrator I

Kalsec • Kalamazoo, MI

8d

About The Position

Essential Job Responsibilities: Systems & Infrastructure Management Manage and administer all server operating systems and their associated software. Work with the Network Engineer to manage communication and connectivity solutions, including local area networks (LAN), company website, intranet, and internet applications. Manage and ensure the integrity of host computers, multiple databases, and data transfers. Allocate, distribute, and monitor server storage space. Assess the need for system reconfigurations (minor or major) and implement changes as necessary. Perform server asset management, including maintaining inventories, technical documentation, and component specifications. Perform and verify system backups. Monitor, test, and analyze server software performance; generate statistics and reports as needed. Technical Support, Hardware, & Compliance Install, configure, and maintain printer systems, RF scanners, thermal printers, and other peripheral hardware. Provide on-call technical support as required. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with 2-4 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required Education in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. Technical knowledge of network, PC, and platform operating systems, including Windows Server, UNIX, Linux, and Novell. Experience with backup software packages. Technical knowledge of current systems software, protocols, and standards. Strong knowledge of local area network (LAN) administration. Strong customer service orientation. Hands-on software and hardware troubleshooting experience. Knowledge of data management systems. Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills. Ability to read, write, and interpret technical documentation and procedural manuals. Ability to present ideas and solutions in user-friendly language. Highly self-motivated and directed. Keen attention to detail. Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Desired Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Ability to conduct research into software issues and products as required. Professional experience with project management. Experience with Veritas NetBackup, SUSE Linux, Solaris, OES, and Domino. Working Conditions: On-call availability. Ability to sit for extended periods of time. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, power tools, and handle other computer components. Occasional inspection of cables in floors and ceilings. Ability to lift and transport moderately heavy objects (45–50 lbs), such as computers, peripherals, and batteries.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 2-4 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Required Education in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Technical knowledge of network, PC, and platform operating systems, including Windows Server, UNIX, Linux, and Novell.
• Experience with backup software packages.
• Technical knowledge of current systems software, protocols, and standards.
• Strong knowledge of local area network (LAN) administration.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Hands-on software and hardware troubleshooting experience.
• Knowledge of data management systems.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret technical documentation and procedural manuals.
• Ability to present ideas and solutions in user-friendly language.
• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to conduct research into software issues and products as required.
• Professional experience with project management.
• Experience with Veritas NetBackup, SUSE Linux, Solaris, OES, and Domino.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer all server operating systems and their associated software.
• Work with the Network Engineer to manage communication and connectivity solutions, including local area networks (LAN), company website, intranet, and internet applications.
• Manage and ensure the integrity of host computers, multiple databases, and data transfers.
• Allocate, distribute, and monitor server storage space.
• Assess the need for system reconfigurations (minor or major) and implement changes as necessary.
• Perform server asset management, including maintaining inventories, technical documentation, and component specifications.
• Perform and verify system backups.
• Monitor, test, and analyze server software performance; generate statistics and reports as needed.
• Install, configure, and maintain printer systems, RF scanners, thermal printers, and other peripheral hardware.
• Provide on-call technical support as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level