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Job Title – IBM Maximo Contractor
Location- Sacramento, CA
Duration – 6 Months
Hybrid Role

Job Summary:
The client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced IBM Maximo contractor. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in IBM Maximo and will work closely with the client''''s Maximo support vendors, IT Operations, IT Customer Service, GIS, and Data Management teams to ensure effective utilization and optimization of client''''s two Maximo systems.
Responsibilities:

• Configuration and Customization: Configure and customize IBM Maximo modules to meet specific business requirements. This includes, but is not limited to, workflow configuration, screen customization, and data integration.
• Development: Develop and maintain Maximo applications, including scripting, automation, and integrations using Maximo''''s development tools (e.g., Application Designer, Automation Scripts, TRM Rules Manager, Java, SQL, Oracle).
• Patching and Upgrades: Participate in Maximo patching and upgrade projects, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption to operations.
• System Support and Troubleshooting: Provide technical support for Maximo users, diagnosing and resolving system issues, and performing root cause analysis.
• Data Management: Manage and maintain Maximo data, ensuring data integrity and accuracy. Perform data migrations and integrations as needed.
• Licensing: Proactively manage the IBM Maximo Application Suite (MAS) license lifecycle, including obtaining quotes, submitting purchase requests, and ensuring timely renewals to prevent service disruptions.
• Reporting and Analysis: Develop and generate reports and ad hoc queries using Maximo reporting tools and SQL.
• Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation, including system configuration, user guides, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, provide technical guidance, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Lead and mentor: Lead and train IT staff on IBM Maximo Application Suite (MAS) support, ensuring they can effectively provide backup for system maintenance, troubleshooting, and user assistance.
• Best Practices: Adhere to IBM Maximo best practices and standards.
• Travel: Ability to travel between our two office locations as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience as an IBM Maximo consultant or contractor.
• Strong knowledge of IBM Maximo modules (e.g., Work Management, Asset Management, Inventory Management, Procurement).
• Strong knowledge of Transportation and Utilities industry solutions and Spatial add-on.
• Proficiency in Maximo configuration and customization, including application designer, database configuration, workflow, escalations, security and other supported configuration capabilities.
• Experience with Maximo development technologies, including Automation Scripts(python, jython, javascript) and TRM Rules Manager(java/javascript).
• Solid understanding of SQL and database management systems, including Oracle and SQL Server.
• Experience configuring and developing integrations using the Maximo Integration Framework (MIF), including Object Structures, Enterprise Services, Publish Channels, REST APIs, integration endpoints, and inbound/outbound message processing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with Maximo upgrades and patching.
• Experience with Maximo Application Suite (MAS).

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting public utilities.
• Experience with Maximo Mobile applications and Maximo Application Framework (MAF).
• Maximo certifications.
• Experience with IBM FileNet.

Work Conditions:

• Occasional evening and weekend work to meet deadlines.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard or mouse, and to handle other computer components.
• Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as computers and peripherals.

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