Junior System Administrator

About Les Olson IT Les Olson IT is one of the fastest-growing and most capable technology service providers in the West. We do I.T. the LOC Way- through talent, passion, and compassion- driving continual growth and a strong market position by delivering superior service. Unlike most technology companies, Les Olson IT has been in business for over 70 years. We are a family-owned and family-operated company, a tradition that began at the Olson family dinner table and continues today. From those beginnings, we have grown to more than 320 employees across nine locations in two states. Les Olson Company strives every day to elevate people, whether it's our clients, our team members, or members of the local community. We seek to elevate our *clients* by delivering cutting‑edge IT strategy, security, solutions, and support. Each of our team members recognizes that they have a direct impact on the success of the local businesses we serve every day. We seek to elevate *every team member's* career, firmly believing that customer success cannot happen without employee success. We do this by working with each employee to design a fulfilling career path that grows and evolves as they do. We seek to elevate our *local community members* by rewarding our employees for volunteering at local charities and participating in our ongoing food drives. Our work environment promotes both growth and balance. We encourage and support our employees in building meaningful, fulfilling paths, both professionally and personally. Les Olson Company offers competitive salaries, continuing education, generous benefits, and a fun, collaborative work environment. At the end of the day, it is the people that matter most to us! What you'll do Maintain and support IT operations, including servers, email systems, desktops, laptops, and backups. Configure and troubleshoot Windows Server (2012-2022), Active Directory, Group Policy, and core server roles. Administer Office 365, Google Workspace, VMware, Hyper‑V, and Azure AD. Diagnose network issues (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS) and manage RAID configurations. Build and optimize physical servers and hardware components. Act as Tier 2 escalation for complex issues; elevate to Tier 3 when needed. Respond to incidents via phone, email, chat, or ticketing system. Manage small to medium projects and ensure timely resolution and documentation. Qualifications 4+ years of IT experience; background in System Administration, Help Desk, or IT Installation preferred. Strong communication skills and team-oriented mindset; excellent customer interaction. Certifications (or ability to obtain within 1 year): - CompTIA Security+ or equivalent CompTIA Server+ or equivalent VMware VCP-DCV Microsoft Azure Admin (AZ-104) or equivalent Hands‑on experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, and Group Policy. Familiarity with virtualization (VMware/Hyper‑V), RAID configurations, and troubleshooting network protocols. Working knowledge of Office 365, Google Workspace, Azure AD, and cloud environments (Azure/AWS). Basic understanding of LAN/WAN/VPN, backup systems, network storage (SAN/NAS), and endpoint security. PowerShell, Linux, or macOS experience is a plus. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Benefits Paid Time Off Sick Days Paid Holidays 401k match + Pension Work‑life Balance Full Medical, Dental & Vision + HSA Life Insurance Local Volunteer Opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr Socket.dev