Systems Administrator I

Pacific Coast Companies, Inc. is a dedicated team of professionals that provide a comprehensive range of business services and support to the Pacific Coast Building Products family of companies and their customers. 

Systems Administrator I
Rancho Cordova, CA (On-Site)

**Local Candidates Only. Position is not approved for remote or relocation.**

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible in performing a variety of complex technical work in system management and system programming, including system configuration, troubleshooting, security, resource monitoring, and the development of specialized programs.  Performs other duties as required. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:  Works under the direction and supervision of the Systems Services Manager. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  may include some or all of the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Produces, tunes, configures, upgrades, and manages Server and PC operating systems and lifecycle.
• Design, develop, troubleshoot, and maintain software packaging and deployment to Servers and PCs. 
• Design, configure, monitor, and maintain the SAN infrastructure to ensure high availability, reliability, and performance.
• Configure, monitor, and administer cloud computing systems.
• Design, configure, monitor, and administer load balancers.
• Design, configure, monitor, and maintain System Monitoring tools, alerting, and actions.
• Lead and oversee in disaster recovery planning and testing.
• Develop and maintain technical and end-user documentation for assigned responsibilities.
• Assesses system performance and reports to management.
• Assess and optimize end-user applications for productivity and experience.
• Develops and maintains system problem analysis and resolution techniques; examines and resolves system problems quickly and efficiently.
• Defines development tools and procedures for daily operational support; upholds application activities that require specialized system programming.
• Helps with software product evaluation, including installation, testing, and technical support; supports applications and operations with technical consultation and specialized programming.
• Maintains contact with applications and technical support personnel from computer vendors and other enterprises; provides contacts within the enterprise with the help desk, with application and operations staff, and occasionally with enterprise personnel outside of IT for trouble shooting and the development of specifications.
• Furnishes planning and technical support for enterprise installations both in central and in the remote facilities; provides network support for operations and the computing environment of technical support.
• Serves as a member of various employee committees; coordinates activities with other departments and work groups as needed.
• Provides backup for related positions as needed or assigned.
• Abides by all safety rules set forth by company and government regulatory agencies and ensure that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected.

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.

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or n six (6) years related experience and/or training. n 3+ years of experience in software packaging and deployment, preferably with SCCM. n 3+ years of experience in managing endpoints in a Microsoft environment using Azure and O365. n Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell, VBScript.
• Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.  n  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  n  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, co-workers and vendors.
• Math Ability: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. n  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. n  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form.
• Computer Skills: Must be able to operate a personal computer and other various standard office machines and equipment necessary to complete duties. n  Must have considerable knowledge of system management including system configuration, troubleshooting, security, resource monitoring, and the development of specialized programs.
• Certificates/Licenses: Microsoft certifications in Azure O365 and AWS preferred.

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.

• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel n  Reach with hands and arms n  Talk, listen, and detecting sounds n  Stand, walk, and sit.
• Occasionally required to bend at the waist n  Lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
• Regular in the office attendance is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Office environment with moderate noise.

BENEFITS:

We offer unlimited potential for motivated professionals, great compensation, and full benefits including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Profit Sharing Retirement plan
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays & Vacation

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing and maintaining a drug free work place.

Pacific Coast Companies Inc. is a dedicated team of professionals that provide a comprehensive range of business services and support to the Pacific Coast Building Products, Inc. family of companies and their customers.

Pacific Coast Building Products, Inc. (PCBP) was started by Fred Anderson, who opened the doors to Anderson Lumber Company in Sacramento, California in 1953. Throughout the years, PCBP has grown exponentially, but one thing has remained the same: we are still a family-owned company with the same set of high standards implemented by Fred all those years ago.

Our companies’ ‘house’ logo was designed years ago with the sides not touching. The slight separations signify that our companies are never complete, but always evolving, open to new products, innovations, and ideas.