Junior Systems Administrator: VMware, AD & 365

NWPX Infrastructure in; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NWPX Infrastructure seeks an Associate System Administrator to help install, configure, and support our server infrastructure, OS, and enterprise apps. Working under senior IT staff, you will help keep systems secure, reliable, and available to support business operations.

This role focuses on routine maintenance, backups, documentation, troubleshooting, and contributing to system upgrades, with opportunities to participate in on-call rotations and IT projects.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 0–2 years IT support, systems administration, help desk, or related technical role.
• Equivalent combination of education, internships, certifications, and experience considered.
• Experience with Windows operating systems, Active Directory, or Microsoft 365 preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering VMware virtual servers and Windows Server environments.
• Support Active Directory administration, including user accounts, group memberships, security permissions, and organizational units.
• Perform routine server maintenance, operating system updates, and security patching.
• Monitor server health, storage capacity, and system performance, escalating issues when appropriate.
• Assist with backup and recovery processes and regularly verify successful completion of backups.
• Support Microsoft 365 administration, including user account management and basic troubleshooting.
• Assist with the maintenance of storage systems and server infrastructure.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, system procedures, and configuration records.
• Troubleshoot server, operating system, and infrastructure issues while working with senior team members to resolve complex problems.
• Participate in system upgrades, hardware installations, and technology refresh projects.
• Follow IT security standards and assist with implementing security best practices.
• Maintain inventory of server hardware, software, and related assets.
• Participate in an on-call rotation or after-hours maintenance as required.

Skills

VMware

Windows Server

Active Directory

Microsoft 365

Networking concepts (DNS/DHCP/TCP/IP/V

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

0–2 years IT experience

Tools

VMware

Windows Server

Active Directory

Microsoft 365

Job description

NWPX Infrastructure seeks an Associate System Administrator to help install, configure, and support our server infrastructure, OS, and enterprise apps. Working under senior IT staff, you will help keep systems secure, reliable, and available to support business operations.

This role focuses on routine maintenance, backups, documentation, troubleshooting, and contributing to system upgrades, with opportunities to participate in on-call rotations and IT projects.