Systems Administrator

SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR JOB DESCRIPTION

The Systems Administrators is responsible for performing ongoing maintenance tasks including system back-ups, file recovery, and configuring software. This position schedules, troubleshoots, provides technical support, installs, and tests system software upgrades/patches. Duties and responsibilities included but not limited to the following:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

· Maintain and configure the operation of computer systems and servers

· Install and upgrade computer components and software

· Responsible for server and workstation patch management

· Troubleshoot hardware and software errors by performing diagnostic testing

· Document problems and solutions appropriately

· Perform backup operations and implement appropriate processes for data protection and disaster recovery

· Oversee desktop and helpdesk support efforts, ensuring that all applications, workstations and equipment problems are resolved in a timely manner

· MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

· Server hardware, operating systems, and software knowledge

· Experience with scripting languages and SQL server databases

· Ability to design, install, maintain, and document network hardware, software and operating systems

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)

· Positive work attitude

· Willingness to learn

· Proficient in Microsoft Office

· Available to travel if needed

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

Systems Administrator I: 4-6 years of experience with IT maintenance and technical support required

High School diploma or equivalent required

· Associates degree or equivalent required; computer-related field preferred

Physical Requirements :

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.