Junior Systems Administrator

Kickstart your IT career supporting a real-world hands-on environmentwork directly with servers networking and cloud identity (AD/Azure AD) learn from experienced admins and make an immediate impact keeping RKs teams connected and productive.

RK Company Overview

RK Industries is a second-generation family-owned company led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning. With seven specialized business units working together we deliver construction fabrication manufacturing and building services with a focus on safety quality and craftsmanship.

People join RK for the craftsmanship complexity and the ability to make a real impact. Our in-house capabilities mean employees see their ideas become real solutions creating meaningful collaboration and clear visibility into how work gets built. Growth happens through challenging projects mentorship from experienced builders and opportunities that stretch your skill set.

With RK University accredited apprenticeships competitive benefits and deep community investment RK offers the stability of a family-owned company with the opportunity and momentum of an industry leader.

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated Junior Systems Administrator to support and maintain our IT infrastructure. This role involves hands-on work with servers networks telephony and end-user systems ensuring reliability performance and security across the environment. The ideal candidate has a foundational understanding of system administration and networking with a willingness to learn and grow. This position is based in Denver and requires regular on-site presence to support infrastructure and end users.

Role Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation configuration and maintenance of physical and virtual servers
• Support daily operations of network infrastructure including switches routers firewalls and VPNs
• Monitor system performance availability and security using standard tools
• Perform routine system updates patching and backups
• Troubleshoot hardware software and network issues; escalate when necessary
• Manage and resolve infrastructure-related support tickets including server network and system access issues within established SLAs
• Document troubleshooting steps and resolutions in the ticketing system
• Manage user accounts permissions and access controls (Active Directory Azure AD or similar)
• Support endpoint devices (desktops laptops printers mobile devices)
• Maintain documentation for systems configurations and procedures
• Assist with disaster recovery planning and testing
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• a solid understanding of all core technologies in the area of information systems i.e. networking telephony operating systems hardware security support etc.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science or related field
• Industry certifications (CompTIA A Network Security or Microsoft/Linux certifications)
• Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure AWS or Google Cloud)
• Experience with scripting or automation (PowerShell Bash Python)
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
• Team-oriented with a proactive attitude
• Willingness to learn new technologies and take initiative

Minimum Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based with regular access to server rooms and network infrastructure
• May require lifting equipment (servers networking gear)
• May require travel to jobsites and other offices
• Occasional after-hours or weekend work for maintenance windows

What Sets RK Industries Apart

• Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value guiding everything we do each day: Health Safety & Environmental

• Awards: Whether in Construction Manufacturing Fabrication or Service RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition

• Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards

• Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation

• Development: Through RK University we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company to include leadership and technical learning opportunities we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis