Database Administrator
Vermeer Mountain West
Full-time
Chandler, AZ
Job description
Who We Are:
Vermeer Mountain West operates across 10 states with 14 locations supporting Vermeer products with world-class facilities and employees. We offer comprehensive and rigorous training and advancement programs for all levels within our service departments, starting on day one.
We provide the tools, training, leadership development, and flexibility to ensure your career success because our people come first! With a competitive benefits package that includes 100% employer-paid health insurance and over 100+ hours of paid holidays, we invest in the growth of our team members—equipping them for impact in their careers and in the service they deliver to our customers every day.
Position Overview
The Database Administrator is responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing the organization’s database systems to ensure reliability, security, and high performance. This role will oversee database installation, configuration, upgrades, and tuning while supporting cross-functional teams with data-related needs. The DBA will safeguard data integrity, ensure compliance with data security standards, and contribute to strategic technology initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server database management systems
- Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning measures
- Troubleshoot database-related issues and provide timely resolution
- Design, implement, and maintain database architecture, tables, indexes, and stores procedures
- Manage user accounts, roles, and permissions in alignment with security policies • Ensure data security, backup, recovery, and disaster recovery plans are in place and regularly tested
- Plan and execute database upgrades, patches, and migrations with minimal downtime
- Support development teams with database design, data migration, and query optimization
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for database configurations, processes, and policies
- Ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and organizational standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator or similar role
- Proficiency with on-premises Microsoft SQL Server
- Strong skills in SQL development, performance tuning, and query optimization
- Experience with backup, recovery, and high-availability solutions
- Knowledge of database security best practices and data privacy regulations
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Frequent use of a telephone for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds occasionally.
Vermeer Mountain West, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veterans All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $95,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which includes testing for THC (marijuana). Are you willing to undergo this screening as part of the hiring process?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- SQL: 4 years (Preferred)
- Database management: 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Chandler, AZ 85226 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person