Network and Systems Administrator

Description

EXCELLENT WORK ENVIRONMENT AND COMPANY CULTURE! The culture at Meier Supply is built on our shared Core Values:

• PEOPLE Teamwork, trust, and helping others succeed!
• RESPECT Show ultimate regard for others!
• INTEGRITY Always do the right thing!
• DEDICATION To our customers success!
• EXCELLENCE Commitment to best in class in all we do!

We hire, coach/develop, review, reward, and recognize our co-owners based on these characteristics, so it’s important that you share these values in order to be part of our team. We are a 100% employee-owned leading edge wholesale distributor of HVAC/R products based in Conklin, NY with branches throughout NY and PA. Working at Meier Supply is a unique opportunity to join a company that values it's employee owners and rewards them throughout their long careers with us. Being 100% employee owned, means we have the opportunity to work together towards a common goal of increasing our stock value for all employee owners!

Opportunity Meier Supply Provides:

• Receive necessary training provided by Meier Supply and outside sources
• Participating in and contributing to an entrepreneurial, high growth work environment
• Using and contributing to the development of industry leading systems and processes
• Being a leader in a company with a reputation for excellent customer service
• Being well compensated for outstanding contributions
• Being an employee-owner of an industry leading organization
• Work/Life Balance and family-oriented culture is a huge differentiator for us!

You will enjoy the following:

• Competitive pay includes base wages plus generous performance bonuses
• Paid-Time-Off and Holiday Pay
• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision plans protect you and your loved ones – We pay 75% of premiums for employees plus family members!
• Company-paid Life insurance and Disability benefits
• EXCELLENT Retirement benefits through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and our 401K Retirement plan
• Employee recognition – holiday parties, ESOP events, company lunches, gift cards, plus much more

Job purpose

The Network and Systems Administrator position is an integral member of the IT Team. This position actively contributes to the development and implementation of IT solutions aimed at optimizing business operations. The Network and Systems Administrator has independent responsibility for a wide array of daily IT tasks and projects, while collaborating with a team of IT professionals. This position reports to the IT Manager. This position serves internal customers/employees, and a customer service mindset and team approach are essential for success.

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Maintaining Computer Networks and Systems

a. Hardware Management:

• Maintaining and configuring network hardware, including wireless systems, switches, firewalls, virtual/SAN infrastructure, and servers, ensuring that these devices are functioning optimally.
• Support and maintenance of VoIP and security camera systems.
• Create and update comprehensive documentation, including system configurations, policies, and procedures (SOPs) to ensure efficiency and consistency.

b. Software Maintenance:

• Installing, configuring, and maintaining operating systems on servers.
• Manage Office 365, including SharePoint, to ensure efficient collaboration and document management within the organization.
• Administer Active Directory, DNS, and Group Policy Objects (GPO) to maintain a secure and efficient network infrastructure.
• Monitoring system logs for errors and addressing them promptly.
• Create and update comprehensive documentation, including system configurations, policies, and procedures (SOPs) to ensure efficiency and consistency.

c. Database Management:

• Administering and maintaining SQL databases.
• Backing up and restoring databases to prevent data loss.
• Ensuring data integrity and security.

d. ERP System, Reporting, and EDI Management (Epicor Prophet 21):

• Assist in maintaining, updating, and ensuring optimal performance of the organization’s ERP system.
• Assist in the support of reporting (SQL Server Reporting Services) and data analytics tools (Phocas EDA).
• Manage Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) systems that allow for the secure exchange of data between systems.

2. Monitoring and Improving Network Performance

a. Performance Monitoring:

• Utilize network monitoring tools to track