Systems Administrator

Job Summary Job Title: Systems Administrator Location: Tempe, Arizona Reports to: IT Manager University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors, Inc. (UMEC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group. We are currently looking for a Systems Administrator for our Tempe, AZ location. The Systems Administrator will be responsible for supporting, troubleshooting, and maintaining the company’s computer servers and networks. This role requires a minimum of 4‑5 years of experience in server-domain system management supporting 200+ users, and a bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology is preferred. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Work on helpdesk tickets and provide quality customer service to staff and clients. Design, install, configure, and test Microsoft Windows Server OSs with all roles‑features. Configure, monitor, and resolve issues on current versions of Windows Server, along with its various roles, such as Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, IIS, and others. Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade Microsoft Windows server operating systems and applications and other systems as appropriate, and recognize and troubleshoot problems with server hardware and applications software. Develop, write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs, such as Microsoft Windows active directory and domain related roles, tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment. Create and maintain VMware hosts and guest operating systems. Diagnose, recognize and troubleshoot problems with server hardware and applications software. Configure and maintain Veeam backups. Maintain intranet site utilizing most recent technologies. Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations. Design, configure, and test computer hardware, networking software and operating system software. Recommend changes to improve systems and network configurations, and determine hardware or software requirements related to such changes. Maintain logs related to network functions, as well as maintenance and repair records. Research new technology and implement or recommend its implementation. Establishing and documenting standards and procedures, maintaining inventory of technological devices, working with outside vendors, and maintaining backup systems. The job requires flexibility to coordinate with other schedules and may require work after normal business hours. Depending on the layout of the business, significant physical activity is also potentially necessary. Perform network analysis and troubleshooting. Work off hours as required for project work. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following list represents the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology from an accredited college or university preferred. Minimum 4 year’s experience in server-domain system management supporting 200+ users (5 year’s experience preferred). Experience with scripting or computer developing/programming desired. Microsoft Certifications preferred. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management. Ability to organize special programs for IT Department. Experience with VMware a must. Expert level with Windows 2016 and 2019 is a must. Required Attributes Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills. Maintains a professional manner in actions and appearance when representing UMEC. Must prioritize in a fast‑paced, hands‑on, multi‑task environment. Must have demonstrated ability to perform basic business mathematical functions. Must work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work independently or in groups under a fast‑paced work environment. Must effectively manage time and details. Must interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Must have organizational skills in handling & archiving technical data. Must comply with all operating policies, procedures, plans, and programs. Language Skills Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customer, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations. 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 sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to commute to construction job site locations and navigate around construction job site locations. 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 employee should expect to sit for long periods in front of a computer and is also required to travel to construction job site locations as needed. While visiting job site locations, the employee may be required to work outdoors, be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical and electrical parts; high, precarious places; dust, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions, extended exposure to sunlight; cold and heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Benefits We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr EMCOR Group, Inc.