Systems Administrator

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Systems Administrator Platte Valley Companies JOB SUMMARY: ​​​Responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing an organization’s IT systems and server infrastructure to ensure reliability, security, and high performance. This role includes monitoring system health, troubleshooting technical issues, implementing updates and patches, managing user access and permissions, and supporting both onpremises and cloud environments. The Systems Administrator collaborates with IT and security teams to enforce best practices, enhance system resilience, and provide technical support that enables efficient day to day operations across the organization. ​​​ RESPONSIBILITIES: ​​1. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: a. ​Work with others to resolve or implement new hardware and software for servers and computers, printers, telephones and other service systems of the Company b. ​Assist other IT staff with designing, installing, administering and optimizing company servers, computers, and related components of various business applications. c. ​Respond to IT Systems related tickets and calls. d. ​Independently implement and maintain servers and cloud systems e. ​Ensure the availability of client/server applications. f. ​Plan and perform service updates and patches. g. ​Maintain and monitor system configurations to ensure data integrity. h. ​Assist with documentation of hardware and system configurations i. ​Work in conjunction with IT related service providers and vendors in providing appropriate service levels to the Company. j. ​Assist in overseeing the physical and virtual security, integrity and safety of Company technology. k. ​Oversee and lead project tasks (checklists, scheduling, communication, documentation). l. ​Other duties as assigned​ REQUIREMENTS: MINIMUM QUALIFCATIONS The successful candidate will be placed in the I, II, or III level that best aligns with their education, experience, and qualifications. To qualify for the Systems Administrator I • 2+ years of desktop support or network administration experience. • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in an IT related field is a plus To qualify for the Systems Administrator II • 3-5 years of systems administration experience. • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in an IT related field is a plus. To qualify for the Systems Administrator III • 6+ years of systems administration experience. • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in an IT related field is a plus. A qualified Systems Administrator candidate will posses the following skills and abilities: 1. IT and system administration certifications in Microsoft, VMware, or other related fields is a plus. 2. Must be capable of working with and maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information. 3. Ability to travel with some overnight travel is required. 4. Ability to adjust to flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends and holidays, to accommodate operational needs. 5. Microsoft 365 Administration and/or Entra AD required. 6. Strong communication and organizational skills.​​ This position is open to Scottsbluff, NE or the Greeley, CO location. Colorado Pay Rate: Systems Administrator I: $70,000 – $82,000 per year Systems Administrator II: $72,000 – $84,000 per year Systems Administrator III: $81,000 – $93,000 per year The pay will be based on experience, education, and/or skill level. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision, life insurance, 401k and Paid Time Off. To apply, click the “Apply Now” button below. Application deadline is: 09/30/2026 Physical Requirements: ​​​Light Work - exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, and/up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Reaching, fingering, grasping, repetitive motions, stooping, crouching, standing, walking, lifting, climbing, kneeling, talking, hearing, pulling, pushing, thinking, concentrating and interacting with others. ​You should be capable of performing in a reasonable manner, with or without reasonable accommodation, the activities involved in this job. A description of the activities involved in this job is listed above.​​ An Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Disability/Vets