IBMi (AS400) SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR - ONSITE TAMARAC, FL
CITY HOME
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CITY Furniture is seeking an IBMi (AS400) System Administrator to administer and secure IBM i environments, lead upgrades, and coordinate with vendors. The role supports hybrid work with location options in Tamarac, FL, and occasional travel as needed.
The successful candidate will monitor performance, enforce security controls, document systems, and mentor NOC staff while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high availability and reliability of critical IBM i services.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or equivalent work experience.
- 5+ years’ experience from a related field.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Access Client Solutions & Navigator
- IBM i (AS/400) systems experience and related vendor management.
Responsibilities
- IBM i System Administration: monitor, maintain, and support IBM i environment in IBM Cloud; lead upgrades/patching; ensure security and performance.
- Manage IBM i vendors; attend monthly/quarterly reviews; establish performance standards and vendor relationships.
- Execute daily system processes; resolve escalated incidents; maintain system documentation; mentor NOC IBM i operators.
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Job Category: Technology
Requisition Number: IBMIA004192
- Posted : October 30, 2026
- Full-Time
- Hybrid
- Salary : $100,000 USD per year
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CITY HOME - Corporate/Showroom/DC
6701 N Hiatus Rd
Tamarac, FL 33321, USA
With over 50 years of experience, and several CITY Furniture and Ashley HomeStore showrooms and distribution centers throughout Florida, CITY Furniture continues to be recognized as a top furniture company in South Florida and nationwide. By joining CITY Furniture, you become part of a family-spirited organization that is focused on you! With planned local growth, plus growth in new markets over the next several years, the CITY Furniture team is excited about the future. Join our fun, family-spirited team to build a long-lasting career at a company that will continue to challenge, develop, and appreciate its Associates. Click Here to watch our Company video!
Our Vision is to be the home store.
Our Purpose is to enrich people’s lives and make the world a better place.
Our Mission is to provide quality home furnishings, at excellent values, in an exciting and fun environment.
Our Values: Mutual Trust & Respect | Continuous Improvement | Entrepreneurial Spirit | Customer Focus | Teamwork | Giving Back
What This Role Is…
As a IBMi (AS400) System Administrator, the primary function of this position is to administer, operate, secure and manage IBM i servers and work with related vendors to achieve and maintain high performance and availability. The IBMi (AS400) System Administrator is also responsible for leading projects associated with the enhancement, upgrade/patching, or implementation of new or existing third-party application technology solutions. Ensuring continuity of services between primary and secondary cloud environments. Your contributions will ensure the success of the Technology department at CITY.
Position Title: IBMi (AS400) System Administrator
Reports To: Cloud Services Manager
Location: Remote or Hybrid in Tamarac or Plant City FL
What You’ll Do…
As a IBMi (AS400) System Administrator, your primary responsibilities will be to:
- IBM i System Administration – Monitor, maintain and support the Enterprise IBM i environment in the IBM Cloud. Lead projects associated with the enhancement upgrade/patching and/or implementation of new or existing third-party application technology solutions. Perform routine audits of servers and software and coordinate keeping all O/S release levels current and PTFs up to date and applied. Proactive analysis of IBM i performance and operating system to prevent reactive measures. Monitor and update security controls, work with vendors and internal security team to continuously improve security posture.
Monitor BRMS, MIMIX and Power HA assuring continuity of services between primary and secondary cloud environment. Monitor server performance and error logs to identify and address issues and work with Software Engineering team to resolve. Understand IBM i packet captures and use appropriately to help diagnose potential network issues. Maintain systems documentation. Provide training and mentoring skills to NOC IBM i operators. - Manage IBM i Vendors – Developing and sustaining long-standing relationships with company-approved vendors. Manage current IBM i vendors, making sure they are performing at expectations defined in SOW. Attend monthly meetings to review IBM i provided performance reports. Attend quarterly business reviews. Assist in implementing vendor selection program to ensure the best vendors are secured. Establish standards by which to assess the performance of approved vendors. Identify ways to improve IBM i vendor management.
Additional duties and responsibilities as a IBMi (AS400) System Administrator:
- Executes/Performs Daily System Processes – Resolve Escalated complex service requests and incidents assigned through the service desk ticketing system as related to the IBM i.
- Adheres to all assigned Standard Work and Role and Responsibilities for your role.
* Additional duties may be assigned as needed, beyond those listed in the responsibilities. Changing business conditions may trigger changes to job responsibilities (i.e., COVID-19).
- Competencies and Job Specific Skills
- Communication – The skillful expression, transmission and interpretation of knowledge and ideas.
- Human Relations - The use of interpersonal skills for resolving conflict, relating to and helping people.
- Research and Planning - The search for specific knowledge, and the ability to conceptualize future needs and solutions for meeting those needs.
- Cooperating
- Time-management
- Education & Work Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or equivalent work experience.
- 5+ years’ experience from a related field.
- Monday through Friday flexible workweek
- Required to be available after hours, weekends and national holidays as needed for emergency incidents.
- 5% Travel. Occasional travel for industry events / conferences and visits to corporate offices in Florida
- Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged sitting.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (i.e. Excel, Word, and Outlook, etc.)
- Access Client Solutions & Navigator
- SQL DB2 Query
- HA Tools – MIMIX / PowerHA
- BRMS
- PTF levels
- IBM Power Systems Hardware configurations and support
- iDoctor and or other monitoring tools
- GoAnywhere
- SpoolFlex
- RSF
- IBM i Network and Communications Configuration and Monitoring
- Certifications / Licenses:
- Valid driver’s license
- Competitive and Transparent Compensation
- Visibility into all Associate-level pay ranges within your department
- Opportunity for performance-based and profit sharing bonuses
- Workforce and Demand Planning for Leveled Workload
- Paid Vacation & Sick Time
- Paid Parental leave
- Opportunity for Flexible Work Environment and Schedule (varies by department and role)
- Community involvement and volunteer opportunities
- Free virtual healthcare services (for Associates enrolled in our medical plans)
- Medical options include Employer-funded HSA options
- Vision to support your eye health and well-being
- 100% Employer-paid Dental option available to all Associate
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Life & Disability Insurance 100% employer-sponsored options
- Voluntary Insurance (Accident, Hospital, Critical Care, etc.)
- 401(k) - once enrolled, Associates are 100% vested with discretionary Company Match
- Roth 401K Option
- Financial Wellness webinars
- 90% Promote from WithinAccess to various training for professional development
- Individual Development Plan (IDP) (varies by department)
- Associate Purchase Discount Program
- And so much more….
CITY Furniture, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals in all job titles without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, or status as a covered veteran or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. At CITY Furniture, Inc. we are committed to a fair and equitable workplace where everyone is a respected and a valued member of the team.
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