EFM- IT Infrastructure and Development Engineer

Overview

Estes Final Mile, a wholly owned subsidiary of Estes Express Lines, was launched in 2016 to address the growing demand for final mile delivery of consumer and retail goods to residences and businesses across the US. At Estes Final Mile, our focus is on providing a world class customer delivery experience through the use of our technology enabled delivery network, resulting in industry leading service unmatched in the Industry.

Estes Forwarding Worldwide (EFW) is a leading domestic and international freight forwarder in the United States, providing customized logistics and warehousing solutions for clients around the world and across all industries via air, ground, and ocean freight. A subsidiary of Estes Express lines with corporate located in Richmond, Virginia, EFW is uniquely backed by Estes Express Lines’ extensive line haul network providing EFW clients with a hybrid transportation network. The company has received industry awards, including Specialty Carrier of the Year and E-Commerce Delivery Carrier of the Year, and has been recognized by Global Trade Americas as a leading 3PL to watch.

We are proud to offer highly competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability plans
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Job referral bonus program

Responsibilities

The IT Infrastructure and Development Engineer, reports to the Director, Operations.  The IT Infrastructure and Development Engineer is responsible for providing technical hardware and software support for end users both within and outside of the organization.  The IT Infrastructure and Development Engineer will work at the direction of Estes Final Mile Management Team to maintain current software and hardware, as well as contributing to the creation of more efficient environments and workflows, as needed.

Candidates from anywhere within the Continental US will be considered for this position. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the routine maintenance and support of the standard hardware/software technology in use at the company.
• Use judgement to maintain and support systems for stakeholders.
• Install, configure, test, monitor, and make minor repairs to personal computer hardware and software systems, and provide technical assistance and training to system users.
• Track distribution and disposition of desktop peripheral equipment and software.
• Create instructions and documentation for software workflows and processes, to be used both internally and externally, when needed.
• Receive and respond to incoming calls, pages, and/or emails regarding desktop problems.
• Research support requests within web applications to answer questions, identify bugs,
• troubleshoot, and resolve issues.
• Follow established procedures, complete complex assignments, and resolve customer concerns that require in-depth investigation or research.
• Maintain established integrations with external software providers via API, EDI, flat file, XML, etc.
• Develop new integrations and make necessary changes to existing integrations based on requirements.
• Coordinate testing efforts with trading partners and cross functional teams to make sure that all
• elements of a data integration function as designed.
• Monitor managed file transfers to identify data transmission issues.
• Monitor and resolve issues with API transmissions.
• Investigate issues by reviewing system logs and querying SQL Server.
• Analyze current and proposed software systems.
• Make suggestions for changes that proactively prevent future support issues.
• Support development initiatives and/or projects involving implementation of new technologies.
• Communicate with senior management regarding activities to help mitigate organizational loss or impact, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Support and promote company core values.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based, and job specific software applications.
• Working knowledge of Relational databases is preferred.
• Experience writing T-SQL queries and ability to interpret stored procedures, functions, and
• views.
• Working knowledge of file transfer protocols is preferred (FTP, SFTP, AS2).
• Familiarity with both RESTful and Non-REST API technology is preferred.
• A thorough knowledge of Desktop/Laptop hardware and end-user level peripherals a must.
• Proven competence to communicate clearly and persuasively with all levels of an organization required.
• Ability to work with groups of people such as other departments and communicate known concepts.
• Ability to write comprehensive reports and detailed business correspondence.
• Ability to read and interpret complex business and/or technical documents.
• Very strong problem solving and analytical skills and should be a methodical and systemic thinker.
• The ideal candidate will demonstrate a history of proactive orientation towards troubleshooting, problem solving, and quick thinking with a sense of urgency and priority.
• Attention to detail in composing, typing, and proofing materials, establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to solve problems with a variety of concrete variables through semi-standardized solutions that require some ingenuity and analysis.
• Ability to draw inferences and follow prescribed and detailed procedures to solve moderately complex problems.
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple projects and set priorities.
• Ability to maintain stable performance under pressure or opposition; handling stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and the organization.
• Demonstrated track record and eagerness to learn new technology.
• Demonstrated technical aptitude and knowledge.
• Demonstrated self-starter and independent worker.
• Team oriented focus.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in enterprise application management, IT asset management, or related roles.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• At this time, EFW will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
• EFW prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and a background check.
• EFW offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.

EFW is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran.