IBM System Administrator - Old Dominion Freight Line

Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment? Then Old Dominion is the home for you. We take pride in being the best in the industry, and from our humble beginnings we know that our People and our Family Spirit are the main ingredient in our secret sauce to success. At Old Dominion we are looking for individuals to join the OD Family that will provide innovative solutions and exceed expectations to keep OD the premier transportation solutions provider.




The IBM Systems Administrator is responsible for provisioning, installation, configuration and maintenance of server hardware and software. The successful candidate will possess excellent understanding of the IBM Power i platform. This position is best suited to a reliable and motivated person who enjoys learning new technologies and works well in a team environment.




Primary Responsibilities



+ 24x7 on-call for production-related issues


+ Support server hardware infrastructure including IBM Power I, Dell/EMC Data Domain, HMC and VIOS


+ Support and configure IBM BRMS implementation across IBM Power i landscape


+ User account management and support on IBM OS/400 operating system


+ Administer file systems (IFS) and permissions on IBM OS/400 operating system


+ Understand DHCP, DNS, LDAP, SSH and other networking protocols


+ Scripting and automation of repetitive server tasks


+ Participate in software and hardware planning and design


+ Administer SAN storage systems, including backup and recovery of IBM Lpars


+ Support Software Package installation for IBM Power i


+ Troubleshoot, diagnose and communicate hardware and/or software issues


+ Leading small-to-large-sized technical projects


+ Assist with the planning long-range technology directions





Job Qualifications


Education:



+ High School diploma or equivalent required


+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience





Experience:



+ 5+ years of experience administering IBM Power I, HMC and VIOS Servers, including system installation, patching and upgrades.


+ 2+ years of experience with shell scripting and task automation using at least one of the following: CL Development, Python, or shell script.


+ 5+ years of experience with SAN storage administration and backup/recovery practices and procedures.


+ 5+ years of experience with IBM OS/400 and IBM BRMS


+ Strong written and verbal communication skills required.





Compensation Range:


The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.


( $99,647- $124,558)




Working Days:



Shift and hours to be determined.



Working Shift:

Shift and hours to be determined.



Work Days and Shift are estimates and are subject to change, at any given time, based on job scheduling and/or business levels. Any information listed regarding Days and Shifts shall be considered a guideline of expectations for the specific position at the time of posting.






Application Window:

Ongoing



Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Old Dominions plans to screen candidates, conduct interviews, and proceed with hiring candidates to meet its business needs, which may result in filling the role before the current anticipated application window closes.








Join the OD Family Today!As a Full Time member of our Family, you and your family are eligible to receive:



+ Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage


+ Short Term & Long Term Disability


+ Flex Spending Accounts


+ 401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity


+ Non-qualified retirement plan(s) available


+ Life Insurance


+ Bonus Eligible


+ 12 Days Paid Time Off


+ 9 Company Paid Holidays including a birthday holiday


+ Wellness Program


+ Credit Union access, Vacation & Holiday


+ Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians





Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, and/or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, Vietnam Era and/or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s).



Welcome to Old Dominion. If you are looking for a new career with the best LTL (Less-than-Truckload) carrier in the industry you’ve come to the right place. Many companies tout their family atmosphere, but at OD it truly is a reality. We’ve grown from our humble beginnings of a single truck and one route in 1934 started by Earl and Lillian Congdon to a company of over 23,000 employees. At OD we strive daily to keep the family spirit alive and help the world keep promises.