Systems & Network Technician

Utility Supply and Construction Company; Reed City (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional Development

Job summary

Utility Supply & Construction Company is seeking a full‑time Systems & Network Technician in Michigan to install, configure, and support network equipment, servers, and related IT systems. You will manage Active Directory, Azure/Entra ID, Exchange, and M365 services while ensuring security and performance across the network.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of hands-on experience with Cisco networking, virtualization (Hyper‑V/VMware), and Windows Server environments, plus strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years' experience installing, configuring, and supporting network equipment.
• Proven troubleshooting skills for network-related issues and system upgrades.
• Certifications (Microsoft MCSE; CompTIA: Security+, Network+; or Cisco: CCNA, CCNP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide installation, configuration, and support for network equipment and servers.
• Manage and secure AD, Azure/Entra ID, Exchange, and M365 components.
• Configure and maintain Hyper‑V, VMware, and Windows Server environments.
• Perform network circuit upgrades, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Assist with disaster recovery planning, backups, and testing.
• Respond to help desk requests and deliver quality customer support.
• Maintain documentation of network topology and configurations.

Skills

Networking

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer engineering, or related field

Tools

Active Directory

Azure/Entra ID

Exchange

M365 Suite

Hyper-V

VMware

Windows Server

Cisco networking

Job description

Utility Supply & Construction Company is looking to hire a full‑time Systems & Network Technician to join our growing team!

Benefits Include:

• Competitive Wages
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family.
• Paid Time Off: Including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company contributions to help you plan for your future.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.

Essential Job Functions:

• Microsoft Active Directory Services, Azure/Entra ID, Domain Controllers, Exchange, M365 CoPilot, SharePoint, DHCP
• Configuration, support & maintenance of network equipment (Cisco), routers, firewalls, access points.
• Install, configure, support & maintain hardware and software systems for the following: Hyper‑V, VMware, Windows Server 2016 - 2025, Remote Desktop Servers, & Windows 11 clients
• Network circuit upgrades, performance, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Assist with Disaster Recovery planning, implementation, replication, snapshots/backups, and testing.
• Perform preventative maintenance and support for servers and network equipment.
• Maintain network and computer security for user profiles, user access, data access, network, and hardware access.
• Respond to IT help desk calls/requests, document progress, & provide customer support.
• Understanding of VOIP phone systems (Mitel/ShoreTel) desired but will train the right candidate.
• Experience with HPE Alletra or similar enterprise storage system.
• Technical documentation of network configuration/topology & settings as well as various instructional documents.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending and participating in appropriate training.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer engineering, or a related field required.
• 2+ years' experience installing, configuring, and supporting network equipment required.
• Demonstrable skills troubleshooting network-related issues and performing system upgrades.
• Certifications (Microsoft MCSE; CompTIA: Security+, Network+; or Cisco: CCNA, CCNP) preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and research skills
• Proficiency in network infrastructure, network hardware, and data communication topologies. Familiarity with routers, switches, DNS, DHCP, and other network equipment.
• Skilled with M365 programs including Visio, Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams
• Strong problem‑solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and an ability to work well in a team.
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with a focus on delivery of customer service and project objectives within timelines.