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PPI - Precision Pulley & Idler

IBM i Systems Administrator

PPI - Precision Pulley & Idler, Pella, Iowa, United States, 50219

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Purpose of Position Administrates and maintains IBM i/System i/AS400 systems. Responsible for managing daily operations including system maintenance, performance monitoring, operator exception handling, software installation and upgrades, general troubleshooting, system automation, and backup and restore operations. Manages and maintains additional IBM i systems, and their replication activities, for alternate server operation locations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of the IBM i including configuration and maintenance

Execute IT projects involving the IBM i

Administrate and interact with aspects of DB2

Perform system backups and recovery

Install, upgrade, and patch software as needed

Automate aspects of administration when reasonable

Provide user community support

Conduct research and education related to position and needs of the organization

Interact with, and support, software development activities, including developer operations

Interact with, and support, PC technicians

Be required to travel on occasion

Perform extra assignments in other areas and related task assignments in the work area

Independently balance multiple concurrent assignments with shifting priorities

Communicate positively with supervisors, fellow workers, and internal/external customers

Qualifications

Sharp troubleshooting and critical thinking skills

Proficient in CL and RPG programming languages

Proficient in SQL or native IBM i Queries

Ability to write CL programs

Ability to work independently

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently

Driven, motivated and reliable team player

Ability to do physical work as needed for setup and deployment of hardware

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

Must have good communication skills and work well in team setting or independently

Results driven, proactive catalyst in nature

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Embodies corporate mission and team values – customer-first, team-oriented, positive attitude, problem solver, and personal passion

Education – Experience – Computer Skills

Two years of technical education/training, or four plus years of experience; or

Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Competencies

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment properly.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner.

Communication Skills – Speaks clearly, listens and receives clarification, respond to questions.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility.

Quality Assurance - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Ethics/Professionalism - Treats people with respect; works ethically and with integrity.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.

Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

Physical Demands

Must be able to frequently stoop/bend.

Must be able to regularly use hands and arms.

Must be able to use right hand for firm/heavy grasping, and repetitively use left hand for firm/heavy grasping.

Must be able to regularly stand and walk.

Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.

Specific hearing abilities required for this job include the ability to hear equipment alarms and the ability to hear instructions from others.

Environmental Adaptability

The noise level in the work environment is usually MODERATE.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non- weather), outdoor weather conditions and extreme heat (non-weather).

The employee is in an office and training center setting.

Steel-toe safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection when in production environments.

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer Precision, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with Precision, Inc.

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Senior level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing

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