IT Systems Administrator

IT SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
Bloomington IL

GROW YOUR CAREER WITH THE LARGEST DEALER GROUP IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS!

The Sam Leman Automotive Group is one of the largest volume automotive groups in Central Illinois. Family-owned since 1963 we operate 13 dealerships across the region (six in Bloomington one in Morton two in Peoria and three in Champaign). We employ over 700 talented individuals and have been in business for over 60 years!

We are a premier relationship-focused dealership group committed to outstanding customer service quality work and a fun positive culture.

We are expanding our IT Department and looking for a full-time on-siteIT Systems Administratorbased at our corporate office in Bloomington IL with occasional travel to other dealership locations as needed. If you are ambitious team-oriented and ready to grow your IT career in a supportive environment we want to talk to you!

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive starting wage

• Full training in your role with a seasoned mentor

• Growth opportunities across 13 dealerships

• Medical Dental and Vision insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• 401(k)

• FREE life insurance

• Paid time off

• Employee discounts with local businesses

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor and support LAN/WAN firewalls VPNs and wireless networks (UniFi Sophos)

• Install configure and maintain servers operating systems and applications

• Implement and enforce security protocols (antivirus patch management access controls)

• Diagnose and resolve hardware software and network issues promptly

• Proactively monitor system performance and address potential problems

• Maintain detailed documentation of configurations procedures and changes

• Provide technical support and training to staff in a user-friendly manner

• Manage end-user requests via the Help Desk system

• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and applicable regulations

• Support projects and upgrades during and outside normal business hours as needed

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong knowledge of LAN/WAN DNS DHCP and BGP troubleshooting

• Hands-on experience with hardware/software installation and maintenance (desktops laptops printers peripherals)

• Proficiency with Windows desktop and server operating systems including Active Directory in an enterprise environment

• Expertise with Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook Excel Word PowerPoint Teams)

• Familiarity with VOIP phone systems and camera systems

• Ability to research recommend and procure IT equipment and supplies

• Excellent time management skills and ability to work independently

• Strong team collaboration skills with professional user-focused communication

• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 years of hands-on IT experience in a corporate environment

• A Network certifications preferred

• Training in Microsoft Fundamentals preferred

• Proficient typing (50 WPM preferred)

SCHEDULE & ON-CALL

• Standard 40-hour work week (primarily MondayFriday)

• Occasional evening/weekend hours for projects

• Rotational on-call weekends with the IT team

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to pass a drug test and background checks

• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation

Sam Leman Automotive Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on any protected characteristic under applicable law.

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