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Golden Eagle Distributing

IBM System Administrator

Lake Zurich, IL · Hybrid

$90K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The IBM Power Systems Administrator / Operator is responsible for the administration, operation, maintenance, and support of ECHO's IBM Power infrastructure and IBM i (AS/400) environments. This role ...

ECHO

IBM System Administrator

Lake Zurich, IL · On-site +1

$90K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The IBM Power Systems Administrator / Operator is responsible for the administration, operation, maintenance, and support of ECHO's IBM Power infrastructure and IBM i (AS/400) environments. This role ...

Duncan Aviation

IT Systems Architect - 3292

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$211K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Secures IBM Power Systems (IBM i / AS400) and computer systems by monitoring, controlling, and evaluating the environment. Troubleshoot server and computer-system problems. Monitors performance ...

Duncan Aviation

IT Systems Architect - 3292

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$211K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Secures IBM Power Systems (IBM i / AS400) and computer systems by monitoring, controlling, and evaluating the environment. Troubleshoot server and computer-system problems. Monitors performance ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for ibm power systems in the United States is $102,067.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,000.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An IBM Power Systems job typically involves managing, configuring, and optimizing IBM Power servers, which are designed for high-performance computing and enterprise workloads. Professionals in this role work with AIX, IBM i, or Linux operating systems, ensuring system reliability, security, and performance. Responsibilities may include system administration, troubleshooting, hardware maintenance, and software upgrades. Many roles also require knowledge of virtualization technologies like PowerVM and cloud integration.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the IBM Power Systems position, and why are they important?

To excel in an IBM Power Systems role, candidates typically need in-depth knowledge of IBM Power hardware and operating systems (such as AIX, IBM i, or Linux), systems administration, and enterprise IT infrastructure experience. Familiarity with PowerVM, HMC management, backup solutions, and certifications like IBM Certified System Administrator (Power Systems) are highly valued. Outstanding troubleshooting, communication, and project management skills distinguish top performers in this field. These competencies are essential for maintaining system availability, supporting business operations, and enabling team collaboration in dynamic enterprise IT environments.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working with IBM Power Systems?

Professionals in IBM Power Systems roles often encounter challenges such as optimizing system performance, addressing hardware or software compatibility issues, and ensuring high availability in mission-critical environments. Staying current with evolving Power Systems technologies and effectively managing system upgrades or migrations can also present complexities. Collaboration with cross-functional IT teams and responding to unexpected outages require strong problem-solving abilities and quick decision-making. These challenges make the role both dynamic and rewarding, offering continuous learning and growth opportunities.

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IBM System Administrator

Golden Eagle Distributing

Lake Zurich, IL • Hybrid

$90K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

ECHO Incorporated is an industry leader in developing and manufacturing high-performance, professional-grade, handheld outdoor power equipment. With distributors and thousands of dealers across North and South America, ECHO is constantly anticipating the future of the outdoor power equipment industry and the need for environmental sustainability. Working for ECHO means joining a team of people who are committed to collaboration, innovation, creativity, and high-quality products that make us a globally competitive brand.

ECHO is hiring in our IT department!  The IBM Power Systems Administrator / Operator is responsible for the administration, operation, maintenance, and support of ECHO’s IBM Power infrastructure and IBM i (AS/400) environments. This role supports critical business applications including Infor XA ERP, manufacturing systems, finance-related retention environments, integrations, backups, and supporting infrastructure.

The salary range for this position is $90,000-$110,000 based on experience and qualifications.

This is a hybrid position that will offer the flexibility of working from home and on-site at our Lake Zurich facility.

ECHO’s benefits include:

  • 11 paid holidays
  • Extremely affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off 
  • Yearly bonus potential
  • 5% 401K match
  • Tuition reimbursement

Duties/Responsibilities: 

IBM Power Systems & IBM i Administration

• Administer and support IBM Power Systems hardware and IBM i (AS/400 / iSeries) environments.
• Configure and maintain LPARs, HMC, firmware, PTFs, and operating system updates.
• Monitor system performance, capacity, availability, and security.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and performance issues; coordinate vendor support with IBM.
• Perform system maintenance, upgrades, and infrastructure optimization.

ERP & Operational Support
• Support Infor XA ERP and other business-critical manufacturing applications.
• Maintain manufacturing, shop floor, demand planning, finance, and audit-related systems.
• Manage job processing, subsystem monitoring, spool files, user access, printers, and operational workflows.
• Monitor and troubleshoot batch processing and scheduled jobs.

Backup, Recovery & Business Continuity
• Administer IBM i backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes.
• Support FlashCopy, VTL, SAN-integrated, and immutable backup solutions.
• Validate backup integrity and participate in recovery testing and documentation.
• Coordinate business continuity activities with infrastructure and storage teams.

Storage, Security & Infrastructure
• Support SAN storage environments, replication, connectivity, and capacity management.
• Coordinate maintenance, firmware updates, and performance optimization efforts.
• Support IBM i security, compliance, audits, access controls, and vulnerability remediation.
• Monitor system logs, alerts, and security events while partnering with cybersecurity teams.

Operations & Collaboration
• Monitor platform health, backups, critical jobs, and incident response activities.
• Develop and maintain operational procedures and technical documentation.
• Provide after-hours production support as needed.
• Collaborate with ERP, Infrastructure, Application, IBM, and third-party support teams.
• Participate in modernization, ERP migration, and hybrid platform initiatives.

Job Experience/Skills: 

  • 5+ years of experience supporting IBM i / Power Systems environments.  
  • Experience supporting enterprise ERP platforms. 

Requirements: 

  • IBM i (AS/400 / iSeries) administration.
  • IBM Power Systems hardware administration.
  • HMC management.
  • Infor XA ERP support. 
  • IBM BRMS, Spectrum Protect, or enterprise backup solutions. 
  • SAN/storage technologies.  
  • PowerHA or high availability technologies.  
  • IBM MQ / middleware technologies.  
  • SQL and Db2 knowledge.  
  • Batch job scheduling and operational automation. 
  • LaserVault virtual tape libraries.

Education:  Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline.  Relative experience can substitute for degree. 

Equal Opportunity Employment:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants.

E-Verification:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

 

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