System Administrator or Senior

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Idaho Power located in vibrant Boise Idaho is looking for a System Administrator or Senior to join our Information Technology team. Its an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon and were working hard to safely provide our customers with the safe reliable affordable energy they depend on.

What does a System Administrator or Senior System Administrators do for us

Under supervision System Administrators analyze install configure upgrade test document monitor and maintain software and hardware in support of business processing requirements. Supported systems may include operating systems business applications server hardware security tools monitoring tools web servers application servers Integration servers and other departmental or enterprise applications or systems. Provides technical support for problems not resolved by the Integrated Operations Center or IT Service Desk.

Senior System Administrators will also participate in the development and execution of technology strategies to support organizational activities and direction. They provide advanced level support for systems including troubleshooting performance monitoring cost-benefit security and licensing analysis. They also stay aware of industry trends business requirements and technical design methodologies to aid in the development of creative/innovative IT/OT solutions.

This Systems Administrator or Senior will operate as part of a small group which focuses on the delivery of deeper technical needs supporting specific Regional and Fleet operations activities. This position will be a primary administrator where needed of technology solutions currently owned and supported by fleet and regions but not currently supported by IT. This role requires region-specific software technology expertise and any and all integrations within and is responsible for the discovery and familiarization with any others not currently known by the IT department in close partnership with regional and fleet stakeholders. This individual is responsible for being up to date on current Enterprise Technology Portfolio efforts and status and is able to speak to and evangelize the value of efforts to field personnel. They will be the primary technical contact for all field personnel for all Microsoft M365 and AI initiatives which reach the field.

In addition to the meaningful work we do we offer work-life balance competitive pay and benefits an employee incentive plan and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.

A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

Knowledge of:

• Installing configurating upgrading testing documenting monitoring and maintaining software and hardware of relevant technology platform(s)

• Understanding of regional and fleet supported technology:

• High-level mobile communications technology such as cellular VPN WiFi and Satellite

• Operation of enterprise technology systems delivery from cloud services and on-premise systems

• Activity tracking and reporting to varied audiences

Preferred:

• PowerBI report building

• PowerApps and PowerAutomate

Skills in:

• Problem solving

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Verbal and written communication including effective listening

• Presentation and information organization for a varied audience

• Planning and organizing

Preferred:

• Project management leadership mentoring and training skills

• Scripting and code development and best practices

• Developing and implementing new technical frameworks and work practices

Ability to:

• Work proactively in a team environment with minimum supervision

• Accept responsibility and complete tasks in a timely manner

• Interact effectively with both technical and non-technical personnel

• Adapt to new situations

• Maintain a positive customer-focused attitude

• Build trust and confidence with a variety of stakeholders

Preferred:

• Work on multiple projects at a time with constant interruptions

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

System Administrator

Education:

• Bachelors degree in related field

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• An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience

Preferred:

• Bachelors degree in computer science computer information systems or a related field

Experience:

• 2 or more years relevant technology administration experience

Preferred:

• 4 or more years relevant technology administration experience

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position

Preferred:

• Certification relevant to position ITIL Foundation Certificate Microsoft MCSA Redhat RHCSA

Senior System Administrator

Education:

• Bachelors degree in computer science CIS (computer information systems) or equivalent field

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• An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience

Preferred:

• Bachelors degree in computer science CIS (computer information systems) cyber security or a related field

Experience:

• 5 or more years of professional technology administration experience

Preferred:

• 8 or more years of experience in a corporate multi-platform technology environment

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position

Preferred:

• Certification relevant to position ITIL Foundation Certificate Microsoft MCSE Redhat RHCSA

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position requires working at a desk/computer for extended periods of time. It requires the use of office equipment fine motor skills including typing on the computer dialing phones filing paper and working in close proximity to other people. There may be occasional lifts of no more than 10 lbs. The above is a summary of the primary essential functions of the position. This job may require the performance of additional tasks assigned by company leaders or management. Questions regarding job requirements or accommodation requests should be directed to Human Resources.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Works with regular guidance in own area of knowledge. Solves a range of straightforward problems analyzes viable solutions and assesses each using standard procedures.

Senior will also have a more in-depth technical knowledge in own discipline. They will have more experience with project management skills and be proficient with time management and being able to manage multiple projects at once.

All levels participate in 24x7 on call rotation. Position may be required to travel up to 20% of the time throughout the service territory.

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Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Were proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion national origin sex (including pregnancy) age sexual orientation gender identity genetic information veteran status physical or mental disability marital status and any other status protected by applicable federal and state laws.

Please note: Idaho Power will not provide sponsorship for obtaining an employment visa such as an H-1B visa.