Systems Administrator

Systems Administrator


Country/Region: United States


Job Location: Waukegan


Required Travel (%): 0% - 5%


Work Model: onsite


Systems Administrator


Your Mission

The Systems Administrator is responsible for the implementation, administration, and ongoing support of the organization's IT infrastructure. This role ensures reliable operation, performance, and availability of IT systems that support daily business operations. The position works closely with IT teams and vendors to maintain and improve infrastructure services.

How you will make a difference

Network & Systems Management

• Install, configure, maintain, and support servers, workstations, operating systems, network equipment, and peripheral devices
• Manage server platforms, virtualization environments, email systems, print services, cloud and business applications
• Monitor system, server and application performance and address issues proactively

Operations & Support

• Administer user accounts, permissions, and storage allocations
• Execute regular backups, restorations, and disaster recovery testing
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues; escalate issues as needed

Maintenance & Improvements

• Perform patching, upgrades, repairs, and reconfigurations of hardware and software
• Maintain accurate asset inventories, system documentation, and technical configurations
• Evaluate and recommend hardware, software, and infrastructure improvements
• Coordinate with application, database, and network teams on deployments and enhancements

Collaboration & Documentation

• Work with vendors, service providers, and internal teams to support IT services
• Create technical documentation and operational reports
• Collaborate with IT Security Manager

What you should be good at

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology or related field or equivalent practical experience
• Minimum of seven years' experience administering servers and enterprise IT systems.

Technical knowledge

• Strong knowledge of network, server, and desktop operating systems
• Hands-on experience with enterprise network hardware and protocols
• Experience with virtualization platforms and enterprise applications
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues
• Experience with backup and recovery operations
• Experience maintaining system and process documentation

Preferred / Beneficial Technical Experience

• Active Directory, Altiris, Azure, BeyondTrust, Cisco Switches, CrowdStrike, Ivanti Service Manager, Meraki Access Points (APs), Mimecast, M365, Proxmox Virtual Environment, VMWare, Windows Server Administration

Work Conditions

• Full-time onsite position; prolonged periods of sitting and computer use
• Occasional lifting and movement of IT equipment; occasional inspection of cabling and infrastructure

What you can look forward to

• Professional Development : Educational assistance programs and opportunities for career growth.
• Supportive Environment : A stable, team-based culture that values collaboration and innovation.
• Inclusive Workplace : Join a company committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a culture of belonging.
• Comprehensive Benefits : 401(k) plan with matching contributions, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), FSA and HSA options. Generous PTO and paid holidays for a healthy work-life balance.
• Competitive Compensation : This is a salaried exempt position with a pay range from $72,000 - $107,000 per year. Pay will be based on qualifications and experience.
• Location: The role is based at the Deublin Company facility in Waukegan, IL. The role will work onsite five days per week. Local candidates encouraged to apply; no relocation benefit for this position.
• Travel : Limited international travel may be required

Who we are

Hoerbiger Rotary Solutions/Deublin Company is the leading manufacturer of Rotating Unions and Electrical Slip Rings- devices that allow the transfer of pressurized fluid or electricity from a stationary source into rotating machinery. Deublin spans the world with 13 offices including 5 manufacturing plants and wholly owned subsidiaries in Austria, Brazil, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, Poland, Singapore, Spain, United Kingdom and United States. In Waukegan, the award-winning, ISO 9001-certified manufacturing plant, comprises approximately 200,000 sq. ft. accommodating administration, sales, marketing, engineering, manufacturing, research and development as well as a complete training facility.

Join our global Hoerbiger team of over 6,000 colleagues and make a difference every day. Contribute to innovative solutions that save lives, reduce emissions, and drive progress in key industries like energy, automotive, and safety technology. Guided by our core values-Pioneering Spirit, Courage, Fairness, and Closeness-we are ENABLING CHANGE. FOR A BETTER TOMORROW. With opportunities to grow, learn, and collaborate across 43 countries and more than 133 locations, you'll be part of a culture that values your ideas and your impact.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and become part of our journey. #youmakeadifference

HOERBIGER is an Equal Opportunity Employer • Drug Free Workplace • E-verify

Your Mission

The Systems Administrator is responsible for the implementation, administration, and ongoing support of the organization's IT infrastructure. This role ensures reliable operation, performance, and availability of IT systems that support daily business operations. The position works closely with IT teams and vendors to maintain and improve infrastructure services.

How you will make a difference

Network & Systems Management

• Install, configure, maintain, and support servers, workstations, operating systems, network equipment, and peripheral devices
• Manage server platforms, virtualization environments, email systems, print services, cloud and business applications
• Monitor system, server and application performance and address issues proactively

Operations & Support

• Administer user accounts, permissions, and storage allocations
• Execute regular backups, restorations, and disaster recovery testing
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues; escalate issues as needed

Maintenance & Improvements

• Perform patching, upgrades, repairs, and reconfigurations of hardware and software
• Maintain accurate asset inventories, system documentation, and technical configurations
• Evaluate and recommend hardware, software, and infrastructure improvements
• Coordinate with application, database, and network teams on deployments and enhancements

Collaboration & Documentation

• Work with vendors, service providers, and internal teams to support IT services
• Create technical documentation and operational reports
• Collaborate with IT Security Manager

What you should be good at

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology or related field or equivalent practical experience
• Minimum of seven years' experience administering servers and enterprise IT systems.

Technical knowledge

• Strong knowledge of network, server, and desktop operating systems
• Hands-on experience with enterprise network hardware and protocols
• Experience with virtualization platforms and enterprise applications
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues
• Experience with backup and recovery operations
• Experience maintaining system and process documentation

Preferred / Beneficial Technical Experience

• Active Directory, Altiris, Azure, BeyondTrust, Cisco Switches, CrowdStrike, Ivanti Service Manager, Meraki Access Points (APs), Mimecast, M365, Proxmox Virtual Environment, VMWare, Windows Server Administration

Work Conditions

• Full-time onsite position; prolonged periods of sitting and computer use
• Occasional lifting and movement of IT equipment; occasional inspection of cabling and infrastructure

What you can look forward to

• Professional Development : Educational assistance programs and opportunities for career growth.
• Supportive Environment : A stable, team-based culture that values collaboration and innovation.
• Inclusive Workplace : Join a company committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a culture of belonging.
• Comprehensive Benefits : 401(k) plan with matching contributions, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), FSA and HSA options. Generous PTO and paid holidays for a healthy work-life balance.
• Competitive Compensation : This is a salaried exempt position with a pay range from $72,000 - $107,000 per year. Pay will be based on qualifications and experience.
• Location: The role is based at the Deublin Company facility in Waukegan, IL. The role will work onsite five days per week. Local candidates encouraged to apply; no relocation benefit for this position.
• Travel : Limited international travel may be required

Who we are

Hoerbiger Rotary Solutions/Deublin Company is the leading manufacturer of Rotating Unions and Electrical Slip Rings- devices that allow the transfer of pressurized fluid or electricity from a stationary source into rotating machinery. Deublin spans the world with 13 offices including 5 manufacturing plants and wholly owned subsidiaries in Austria, Brazil, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, Poland, Singapore, Spain, United Kingdom and United States. In Waukegan, the award-winning, ISO 9001-certified manufacturing plant, comprises approximately 200,000 sq. ft. accommodating administration, sales, marketing, engineering, manufacturing, research and development as well as a complete training facility.

Join our global Hoerbiger team of over 6,000 colleagues and make a difference every day. Contribute to innovative solutions that save lives, reduce emissions, and drive progress in key industries like energy, automotive, and safety technology. Guided by our core values-Pioneering Spirit, Courage, Fairness, and Closeness-we are ENABLING CHANGE. FOR A BETTER TOMORROW. With opportunities to grow, learn, and collaborate across 43 countries and more than 133 locations, you'll be part of a culture that values your ideas and your impact.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and become part of our journey. #youmakeadifference

HOERBIGER is an Equal Opportunity Employer • Drug Free Workplace • E-verify