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.

• 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.

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.

• 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.

• 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…