Server Administrator

Company Information

PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design manufacture and customer support of high-quality light- medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines provides financial services and information technology and distributes truck parts related to its principal business. Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow support the staff functions of a dynamic international leader or build our excellent products and services you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

Kenworth Truck Company is the manufacturer of The Worlds Best heavy and medium duty trucks. Kenworth is an industry leader in providing fuel-saving technology solutions that help increase fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. The companys dedication to the green fleet includes aerodynamic trucks compressed and liquefied natural gas trucks and medium duty diesel-electric hybrids. Kenworth is the first truck manufacturer to receive the Environmental Protection Agencys Clean Air Excellence award in recognition of its environmentally friendly products.

Requisition Summary:
PACCAR is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Server Administrator 3 to oversee maintain and optimize our enterprise server this critical role you will lead the day-to-day administration and strategic direction of a hybrid infrastructure encompassing Windows Redhat Linux VMware AWS and Azure cloud environments. You will champion system performance disaster recovery planning robust backup strategies utilizing Rubrik and enterprise storage management via EMC SAN.
Beyond virtual and operating system administration this role ensures the operational integrity of our physical server room facilitiesoverseeing HVAC fire suppression UPS/battery backups and NVR security systems. As a technical leader you will drive audit compliance execute complex system updates recommend equipment upgrades and provide high-level technical guidance to end-users. The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter with a strong foundation in Microsoft and Linux ecosystems capable of managing changing priorities in a dynamic 24/7 high-availability environment.

Job Functions / Responsibilities
Set up configure and support Windows Servers
Set up configure and support VMware AWS and Azure Virtual Servers
Monitor and tune systems to ensure a high level of performance
Oversee and apply updates/patches
Maintain Active Directory and file/folder permissions
Create and maintain a disaster recovery plan
Maintain backups of systems and critical data
Recommend upgrades and new equipment
Create and maintain detailed documents
Provide technical support and guidance to end users
Complete daily operating system health checks
Support scheduled after-hours maintenance
Ability to be on call for 24/7 support
Highly motivated self-starter able to work independently multi-task respond to changing priorities and initiative to own specific tasks
Ensure compliance with audit standards by maintaining accurate documentation implementing required controls and supporting regular audit reviews.
Oversee the operational integrity of server room infrastructure including HVAC systems fire suppression equipment UPS/back up batteries and environmental monitoring to ensure optimal performance and equipment protection.
Set up and maintain NVR systems including camera integration storage management and updates.

Qualifications Required:

Minimum of five years experience with Windows Server (and 2025)
Minimum of five years experience with Redhat Linux
In-depth knowledge of installing troubleshooting and administering Windows Servers
Knowledge of installing troubleshooting and administering Redhat Linux Server
Proven experience with VMware vSphere
Proven experience with EMC SAN Storage
Proven experience with Rubrik Backup Solutions
Proven experience with IIS and failover clustering
Knowledge of Cisco networking devices
Knowledge of Internet Information Services
Knowledge of Mainframe and Warehouse Control Systems
Strong documentation organizational and administration skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Experience with SQL server considered a plus
Experience with SharePoint considered a plus
Experience with AWS/ Azure Cloud solutions
Must meet physical requirements of the position with or without accommodation.

Education/Training: Bachelors degree in Information Technology or related field required. MCSA / CompTIA Server or equivalent certification preferred.

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability