Sr. IT Administrator

SUMMARY

The IT Administrator is responsible for managing all Microsoft server-based systems, Desktops, Laptops and handheld devices in our corporate environment. The IT Administrator is responsible for ensuring equipment meets our enterprise security requirements, supporting firm-wide data backup and recovery, and providing technical assistance to all users as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze Mckinney network and system capabilities regularly.
• Perform network analysis and capacity planning and testing for LAN/WAN environment.
• Develop and recommend strategies for network growth, security, and enhancements by maximizing functionality of network equipment such as routers, bridges, gateways, switches, concentrators, and hubs.
• Interface with vendors and suppliers to ensure adequate delivery and maintenance of equipment and services.
• Maintain/Update/Upgrade/Implement Active Directory.
• Maintain/Update/Upgrade/Implement Security (WAN, LAN and Communications).
• Acts as the “Help Desk” for all users of company technology including computers, network, and cell phones.
• Assist in the creation of processes and procedures for network operations.
• Maintain library of associated materials for all equipment, processes, and procedures.
• Design, install, and test network to support Internet and other data transport channels.
• Support installation and maintenance of PC/Server hardware and software.
• Perform routine and emergency maintenance of all data center equipment.
• Provide network performance monitoring and analysis.
• Analyze and evaluate LAN changes, additions and reconfigurations.
• Contribute to development and administration of network backup and recovery plan to maintain LAN network systems operation.
• Identify and correct faults and provide resolution of complex problem tickets escalated from the help desk.
• Confer with management to analyze current operational procedures, identify problems, and learn specific input and output requirements.
• Review computer system capabilities, workflow, and scheduling limitations to determine if requested program or program change is possible within existing system.
• Study existing information processing systems to evaluate effectiveness and develop new systems to improve production or workflow as required.
• Prepare workflow charts and diagrams to specify in detail operations to be performed by equipment and computer programs and operations to be performed by personnel in system.
• Conduct studies pertaining to development of new information systems to meet current and projected needs.
• Plan and prepare technical reports, memoranda, and instructional manuals as documentation of program development.
• Upgrade system and correct errors to maintain system after implementation
• Prepare time and cost estimates for completing projects.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelors degree (B. A.) from a four-year College and two years related experience

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Microsoft Operating Systems, Windows 7 and Windows 10.
• Windows Server 2003 R2 & Windows Server 2008 R2, Microsoft SQL Server 2008 and 2016.
• Microsoft Web Server, IIS and misc. software.
• Familiarity with common computer and technology hardware, and ability to configure and troubleshoot same (workstations, tablets, phones, printers, servers, etc.)

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, use hands and fingers and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. The employee will occasionally be required to lift up to 25 lbs.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must occasionally operate a motor vehicle.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate in an office environment (Examples: business office with computers and/or computer printers, light traffic).

The candidate must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.

Mckinney Trailer Rentals is an Equal Opportunity Employer