Hands-On IT Systems Administrator — Windows/AD, VMware

Weekday AI; Nebraska; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

On-site amenities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Weekday AI is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator in Nebraska to own IT infrastructure across Windows/AD, VMware, and end-user support for a growing manufacturing environment. You will manage servers, security, backups, and network connectivity while mentoring staff as the IT function expands.

The ideal candidate has 8–10 years of progressive IT experience, strong Windows/AD expertise, and the ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical users.

Qualifications

• Approximately 8–10 years of progressive IT experience.
• Several years of hands-on systems administration experience.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Windows and Active Directory.
• Experience with VMware and server virtualization.
• Hands-on knowledge of servers, workstations, hardware, and end-user support.
• Exposure to networking, switches, backups, connectivity, and IT security.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with both technical teams and non-technical users.
• Comfortable maintaining IT standards and explaining technical requirements to users.
• Desire to remain technically hands-on while developing toward future leadership responsibilities.
• Manufacturing or industrial IT experience is helpful but not required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support Windows-based servers, workstations, and IT infrastructure.
• Manage and maintain Microsoft Windows and Active Directory environments.
• Support VMware and server virtualization platforms.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, connectivity, and end-user issues.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, access, and system configurations.
• Support networking infrastructure, including switches, connectivity, and related systems.
• Assist with backup, recovery, security, and infrastructure continuity initiatives.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and overall infrastructure health.
• Provide responsive technical support to users across the organization.
• Help establish and enforce sound IT policies, standards, and procedures.
• Participate in infrastructure transitions and improvements as the new IT function develops.
• Document systems, processes, configurations, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Collaborate with technology leaders and other IT team members on infrastructure initiatives.
• Help train and mentor future team members as the department expands.
• Remain hands-on while gradually taking on broader technical and leadership responsibilities.

Skills

Windows administration

Active Directory

VMware

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Associate degree in IT or related field

Tools

VMware

Windows Server

Job description

Weekday AI is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator in Nebraska to own IT infrastructure across Windows/AD, VMware, and end-user support for a growing manufacturing environment. You will manage servers, security, backups, and network connectivity while mentoring staff as the IT function expands.

The ideal candidate has 8–10 years of progressive IT experience, strong Windows/AD expertise, and the ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical users.