Systems Administrator

Motivo; Compton (CA); Vor Ort; USD 80.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

401(k) match

Generous vacation time

4/10 work week

Profit-sharing bonuses

Zusammenfassung

MotivoMotivo in Southern California is seeking an IT Systems Administrator to bridge traditional IT support with modern automation. You will automate onboarding, manage cloud and on-premises systems, and support engineers and staff.

Responsibilities include building robust automations, scripting workflows for Google Workspace, Slack, and NetSuite; maintaining network infrastructure; keeping documentation; and ensuring security and reliability.

Qualifikationen

• A technical degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong scripting ability (Python, PowerShell, Bash).
• Hands-on experience supporting macOS and Windows.
• Solid networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs).
• Automation mindset with passion for building efficient solutions.
• User-focused demeanor with clear communication skills.
• Project management skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to Motivo satellite offices in Southern California.

Aufgaben

• Proactively identify repetitive IT tasks and create robust automations.
• Design, build, and maintain automated workflows for onboarding/offboarding.
• Develop scripts to integrate with Google Workspace, Slack, and NetSuite.
• Assist in managing cloud infrastructure with scripting, monitoring, and maintenance.
• Act as the primary IT support contact and troubleshoot hardware, software, and networks.
• Monitor and maintain office network infrastructure for high availability.
• Manage IT hardware inventory, procurement, and deployment.
• Create and maintain documentation for systems and automation workflows.
• Monitor company-wide subscription services.

Kenntnisse

Scripting

Automation

Mac/Windows support

Networking basics

Communication

Project management

Travel flexibility

Ausbildung

Technical degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Google Workspace

Slack

NetSuite

Jobbeschreibung

About MotivoMotivo

About MotivoMotivo is a project-based company delivering excellence in mechanical and electrical system design and prototype builds. We have a history in successfully taking concepts through to actual finished solutions. Our work spans a wide range of market segments including mobility/automotive, aerospace, robotics, and clean energy, to name a few. Every team member will experience a wide variety of challenging projects, offering rich opportunities for professional growth. We are passionate about solving complex engineering challenges, striving for excellence within every unique project constraint, and believe in having fun while we do it!

About The Role

We are seeking a motivated IT Systems Administrator to be the backbone of our internal technology operations. In this role, you will be the vital link between traditional IT support and modern automation, significantly enhancing our company's efficiency and security. You will tackle a variety of engaging challenges, from automating employee onboarding to guaranteeing the robustness and reliability of our network. You will also provide essential tech support to our talented engineers and support staff. This position is an excellent opportunity for a proactive problem-solver to advance their skills in automation.

What You'll Do

Automation & Process Improvement

• Proactively identify repetitive IT tasks and create well-documented, robust automations to eliminate manual work and minimize human error.
• Design, build, and maintain automated workflows for employee onboarding and offboarding.
• Develop and maintain scripts to automate processes and create integrations with our key cloud platforms, including Google Workspace, Slack, and NetSuite.
• Assist in managing our cloud infrastructure, with a focus on scripting, monitoring, and service maintenance.

IT Operations & Desktop Support

• Act as the primary point of contact for all internal IT support.
• Provide timely and helpful assistance to all employees by troubleshooting hardware (macOS, Windows), software, and peripheral issues.
• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot our office network infrastructure (Wi-Fi, firewalls, switches) to ensure high availability and optimal performance.
• Manage IT hardware inventory, procurement, and deployment.
• Create and maintain clear documentation for all systems, processes, and automation workflows.
• Monitor, maintain, and evaluate our company-wide subscription services.

Qualifications

• A degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.
• Demonstrated scripting ability (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash).
• Hands-on experience with supporting and troubleshooting modern operating systems (macOS, Windows).
• A solid grasp of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Wi-Fi, VPNs).
• A passion for automation—you see a manual, repetitive task as a chance to build a better solution.
• A user-centric and helpful demeanor with excellent communication skills and the ability to patiently explain technical concepts to non-technical colleagues.
• Strong project management skills and the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A persistent problem-solver with a strong desire to learn, grow, and take ownership of projects.
• The ability to occasionally travel to Motivo satellite offices located in Southern California (less than 10%).

Benefits

We’re convinced that the team and the projects are hands-down the best part of working at Motivo. To support that, we offer a solid benefits package including high-quality insurance, a 401(k) match, generous vacation time, and our Monday–Thursday 4/10 work week. We offer profit-sharing bonuses, which are tied to overall company performance, because we believe in winning together; we’re transparent about the company’s numbers, and when our hard work drives financial success, employees may share in the upside.

Base Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000

Salary is dependent on experience, knowledge, and interview performance.