McCormack Distributing

Network Administrator I

JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary/Objective

Under general supervision, provides advanced technical and user support to all North Star Agency (Crossgate Logistics, Dyancraft) staff. Manages computer network, including both servers and workstations; performs a variety of maintenance, evaluation, installation, and training tasks to enable users to maximize productivity. Assists technology team and other departments in the planning and development of network resources.

Researches, analyzes, and defines complex user problems and requirements, independently develops comprehensive program specifications, and and associated procedures. Provides a wide range of technical support, problem resolution, and training to users on both hardware and software issues.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or other network and system problems, and replace defective components when necessary – working with Mac and Windows-based systems.
• Fully support, configure, maintain and upgrade company’s local network, server, and cloud-based storage systems.
• Install and integrate new server hardware and applications.
• Support and administer third-party applications while ensuring network security, confidentiality and connectivity
• Monitor network performance (availability, utilization, throughput, goodput, and latency) and test for weaknesses
• Responsible for the setup of new user accounts, permissions, and passwords.
• Resolve problems reported by end user and define network policies and procedures.
• Specify system requirements and design solutions
• Assist in troubleshooting application issues with the business and development teams.
• Must have an advanced knowledge of networking and be able to implement a proposed design with minimal risk to business.
• Hands on experience in networking, routing and switching.
• Excellent knowledge of best practices around management, control, and monitoring of server infrastructure.
• Experience with firewalls, Internet VPN’s remote implementation, troubleshooting, and problem resolution is desired.
• Familiarity with backup and recovery software and methodologies.
• Able to excel in a manufacturing/distribution facility and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of EPA and OSHA regulations.

Professional Certifications/Licenses

• Microsoft Office 365 & Windows Server Certifications
• Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking
• CompTia Network+
• Windows Active Directory

Supervisory Responsibility

This role has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

• Collects and Researches Data
• Designs Workflows and Procedures
• Uses Feedback to Modify Designs
• Coordinates Projects
• Continuous Quality Improvement
• Problem Solving
• Technical Capacity
• Time Management
• Teamwork
• Safety & Security

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Exempt employees are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities. No overtime or additional compensation is provided to exempt employees. Must be able to maintain our regular work schedule of Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Travel

Some local travel may be required for this position. Must maintain a valid driver’s license and have current automobile insurance.

Required Education and Experience

• BA/BS in MIS, Computer Science or related field (experience will substitute for some education).
• Minimum of 4 years as an IT professional is required.
• Microsoft Server experience.

Conditions of Employment

• This position is employment “at will”, compliant with Georgia labor laws.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; we will not sponsorship for employment visa.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Port Wentworth, GA 31407: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person