Network Administrator

Kaeser Compressors, Inc. is one of the largest and most successful suppliers of industrial air systems with over 6,000 employees worldwide. Our primary goal is providing exceptional customer service coupled with innovative products and progressive system solutions.  We specialize in evaluating each customer’s application and providing the most efficient and effective air system solution.  To learn more about Kaeser, visit our website at www.us.kaeser.com.

We are seeking individuals who have worked in an industrial/service/sales environment to fill the position of Network Administrator for our Cypress Location.

Job Description

The selected candidate will have responsibilities to include:

•    Implementation, maintenance, and enforcement of the Kaeser Computer Security Policy.

•    Provide network administration and helpdesk support for all employees.

•    Maintain hardware inventories and coordinate new equipment orders and equipment exchanges and assist in the negotiation of prices for the purchases of these items when needed.

•    Configure and install computers and network equipment

•    Coordinate server and computer equipment deployments and exchanges for branch offices and the Fredericksburg office

•    Maintain and troubleshoot network, computer, and WAN connections for Fredericksburg and our branch offices.

•    Support and provide administration for other office equipment including copiers, mail machines, printers, multifunction machines, and cell phones.

•    Be responsible for administration of maintenance contracts on computers, servers, printers, copiers & other office equipment.

•    Create and maintain network systems support information, guidelines, policies, and FAQ’s.

•    Be responsible for investigating, recommending, purchasing, and implementing technical solutions for projects.

•    Responsible for creating and teaching in-house user training classes on supported software.

•    Must be available to work outside of normal business hours when needed and must be able to travel to other offices for support as necessary.

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate’s background will include: 

•    Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

•    2  years of experience in a network administration role

•    Proficiency with Google Workspace (G-Suite) and Microsoft Windows

•    Previous experience with HP & Cisco routers and switches preferred

•    Strong troubleshooting skills

•    Strong interpersonal skills to assist non-technical individuals with technical issues

•    Strong organizational skills 

•    Good communication skills/phone skills required

•    SAP experience preferred

•    Regular physical attendance at the worksite

We offer a competitive salary (starting around $60,000 per year, to commensurate with experience) , excellent benefit package including Profit Sharing and 401(k) Plan as well as an on-site exercise facility, free exercise classes and a health and wellness program.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.