System Adminstrator

Winsupply•Moraine, OH

About The Position

The Systems Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day administration, maintenance, and support of the company’s IT infrastructure. The role includes managing VMware virtual machines, monitoring enterprise data storage, and ensuring the reliable operation of server hardware and operating systems. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of system administration principles and hands-on experience with VMware, storage technologies, and server hardware. Winsupply supports more than 670 locally owned wholesale distribution companies across industries including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical. Support services employees help these entrepreneurs succeed through finance, accounting, IT, and other back-office operations.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
2–4 years of experience in systems administration or a related field.
Hands-on experience with VMware vSphere, SAN/NAS storage, Windows Server, and Linux operating systems.
Ability to diagnose and resolve technical problems, escalating to senior staff when needed.
Ability to communicate effectively with team members and users.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Industry certifications such as CompTIA Server+, Microsoft certifications, or VMware certifications.

Responsibilities

Manage and monitor VMware virtual machines, including resource allocation, performance optimization, and troubleshooting.
Provision and deploy new virtual machines using standardized templates and configurations.
Patch and update the VMware environment.
Monitor storage utilization and the health of SAN/NAS systems.
Manage storage volumes, LUNs, and file shares.
Perform routine storage maintenance tasks and backups.
Monitor server health and performance, proactively identifying and resolving issues.
Apply operating system updates and patches to physical and virtual servers.
Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
Troubleshoot and resolve Windows and Linux operating system issues on servers and virtual machines.
Assist with software installations and configurations.
Manage software licenses and ensure compliance.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation for systems and procedures.
Provide customer service to internal users and respond to requests and inquiries.
Occasionally travel to interact with local companies, regional offices, and/or support solution implementations.