Job Description:Summary:As a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Administrator in Barr's Minneapolis headquarters, you will help support the technology infrastructure for a 1,000+ person company o perating in multiple locations, including Canada. The person in this role will help support the technology infrastructure and data communications systems, a hybrid technology environment consisting of cloud, virtual, and physical elements. Occasional travel may be r equired to other Barr office locations .Primary r esponsibilities :Maintain existing VM w are virtual server and VDI environmentsAct as the VMware VDI subject matter expertMonitor and optimization of virtual environments, manage and balance resource availability and a ct, as necessary, to help ensure high level of availabilityServe as the technical escalation point for help desk ticketsInstall, configure , and test operating systems, application software , and system management toolsPerform problem determination on local and remote systemsPerform regular system updates: Windows operating systems, VMware appliances, and monitoring applicationsRecommend upgrades and changes to efficiently and effectively support company goals and initiativesShare the overall responsibility for system operations and provide support needed to maximize uptime and performanceAct as a technical liaison for internal employees and software vendorsCreate and maintain documentation for applications, processes, an d training material for IT staff and end users.Perform other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, a related technical field, or equivalent practical working experienceThree years of related work experienceWorking knowledge of corporate network environments such as VMware, Microsoft Windows Server, Active Directory, and Group PoliciesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills and exceptional accuracy and attention to detailDemonstrated history of, and passion for, continuous, self-initiated learningAbility to communicate technological concepts and details to various audiencesStrong organization and prioritization skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet project commitmentsExceptional client serviceA bility to be available for off hours main tenance tasks and occasional emergency response outside of normal business hoursLegal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the futurePreferred Qualifications:Experience with Azure, Office 365, or AWSExperience in supporting medium to large technology infrastructureExperience automating repetitive tasks using scripting tools (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Ansible)A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Minneapolis, Minnesota, office.#LI-HybridOpen positions at Barr Engineering Co. do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
