IT Systems Administrator III

Typical Day

A typical day could include working on IT projects at the office, hardening client, and company networks, or responding to tickets. Typically, these would be accomplished from our office, however, 25% of the time these might require onsite visits with our clients.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a dedicated, hardworking, energetic, knowledgeable, and intelligent candidate to join our team with the following characteristics:

  • Consistently work on improving their knowledge of IT hardware and software by research, labs, or technology related projects.
  • Be a self-starter.
  • Be organized.
  • Have good people skills.
  • Be a quick learner capable of heading new types of projects and supporting post implementation of IT projects.
  • Have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
  • 5+ years of IT experience through projects, labs, or employment.
  • Well versed with Windows Server.
  • Ubiquiti Networks hardware experience.
  • Familiarity with OSX.
  • Familiarity with Azure AD, AD sync and on-prem AD.

Required Physical Capabilities:

  • Lift up to 75 lbs.
  • Use of power tools.

Experience & Requirements

  • IT support: 5 years of work experience (Required)
  • Microsoft Windows Server: 3 years (Required)
  • Hypervisors (VMware, HyperV, etc): 2 years (Required)
  • Reliably commute or planning to relocate to Greater Grand Rapids before starting work (Required)
  • Driver’s License (Required)

Responsibilities

  • Technical Support: Providing technical support for users, including troubleshooting hardware and software issues, configuring systems, and installing software.
  • System Administration: Managing and maintaining the organization’s IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and storage systems.
  • Security: Ensuring the security of the organization’s IT systems, including managing firewalls, implementing security policies and procedures, and monitoring for security threats.
  • Data Backup and Recovery: Managing and maintaining data backup and recovery systems, including scheduling backups, testing backups, and restoring data in the event of a disaster.
  • Performance Tuning: Identifying and resolving performance issues with IT systems, including optimizing system configurations and tuning applications.
  • Project Management: Managing IT projects, including planning, scheduling, and coordinating activities with stakeholders.
  • Training and Mentoring: Providing training and mentoring to junior IT staff and end-users.
  • Documentation: Documenting IT systems and procedures, including creating and maintaining technical documentation, policies, and procedures.
  • Strategic Planning: Participating in the development of IT strategies and plans, including assessing the organization’s IT needs, identifying opportunities for improvement, and recommending solutions to management.

Compensation

  • Starting at $22-28/hour depending on experience.
  • Overtime paid at time and a half.
  • Substantial raises based on performance evaluations every 6 months.
  • Annual bonuses after 6 months.
  • Paid Holidays and 40 hours of PTO after 6 months.
  • SIMPLE IRA with 3% match after 6 months.
  • Limitless potential for growth within this smaller, yet rapidly expanding company.

Schedule

8-hour shifts.
Monday to Friday.
Afterhours and weekend work occasionally required.

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