ITOCHU Building Products (IBP) Holdings has an immediate need for an IT Systems Administrator based in either our Dallas, TX or Chehalis, WA offices.

As the IT Systems Administrator , you will be a dynamic contributor to the IT Services team. Your responsibilities include administrating and monitoring of company servers, backups, workstations, networks and more.

This position will be responsible for coordinating upgrade initiatives, including upgrading systems with the latest versions of software, the rollout of new systems, and training.

ITOCHU Building Products is the largest leading manufacturer and wholesale distributor of fencing products in North America. IBP is comprised of Master Halco, Alta Forest Products, and US Premier Tube Mills.

This is a very exciting time to join our company. We are continuing to grow (80 locations), introducing new products, making technological investments, and implementing innovative marketing strategies.

Why Join our Company?

• Itochu Building Products Holdings is a fast-growing company with numerous avenues for growth and development
• Work-life balance (hybrid- remote/onsite schedule)
• Monday through Friday schedule
  • Typical operating hours are 8am-5pm. Can vary slightly by location
• Generous PTO (Personal Time Off)
• Company Paid Holidays
• Lucrative, competitive, compensation package ranging from $81,000 to $103,000
• Matching 401k
• Comprehensive Benefit program
• Bonus Opportunities

IBP offers advancement opportunities at every level. We are always looking for people with the drive to learn and determination to succeed.

• Monitor and maintain cloud applications such as Azure AD and Office365.
• Monitor and maintain applications, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and SQL Server.
• Assist in the setup, installation, configuration, and maintenance of Windows Servers.
• Assist in the administration of security applications, user training, and the companys MDR platform.
• Communicate system issues to other IT team members and management.
• Create and maintain system-specific documentation and follow ticketing procedures.
• Administer and maintain computer systems and policies.
• Support/troubleshoot server and application issues and coordinate with vendors as needed for resolution.
• Provide additional IT infrastructure support and project assistance as required.

• Bachelor's degree and two years prior relevant experience OR minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Industry certification or Qualified work experience.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting Windows 2016 Server operating systems.
• 2 years administrating Active Directory and related services.
• Strong network analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to handle and own critical issues through to resolution.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Demonstrate a high level of confidentiality in all aspects of conducting business.
• Experience working in a network and IT system environment, including protocols (TCP/IP), equipment, and services (DNS).

What Sets You Apart

• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert
• Bachelor's Degree in a technical field
• Experience with Microsoft Intune a plus.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is typically working in an interior office environment, however, may frequently be exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and dirty industrial environments.

Noise levels may vary depending on the current work area. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.

The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Work Schedule

This position is exempt per FLSA guidelines and not eligible for overtime. A typical schedule requires the ability to work 40 hours a week.

Flexibility to work evenings or weekends to accommodate critical goals and objectives may be necessary.

This position may require occasional travel to remote facilities across the organization.