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Application Deadline:

01/27/2025 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

# of Positions:

1

Job Type:

Regular

Job End Date:

Exemption Status:

Exempt

Pay Range:

$93,329.60 - $135,366.40 Annually

Minimum Age Requirement:

Job Description:

Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for a System Administrator or Senior to join our Information Technology team. It’s an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we’re working hard to safely provide our customers with the reliable, affordable, clean energy they depend on. While this position is based at Idaho Power’s downtown Boise location, we offer both flexible schedules and the opportunity to work up to 40% remote. In addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, an employee incentive plan, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.

This System Administrator performs the following critical support functions such as working closely with business partners and internal IT groups with an emphasis in providing and supporting virtual compute & storage needs for critical systems within Idaho Power. This position is expected to split time between ongoing run support tasks (approximately 70%) and time spent on new projects and automation (30%). This role of Virtualization & Storage System Administrator performs the following critical support functions:

• Setting up, configuring & supporting virtual computer environments on host-based hypervisors such as VMWare ESXi, VCenter, RedHat OpenShift Virtualization. In addition, knowledge of cloud-based compute.

• Managing virtual replication and DR technologies such as SRM and local replication of virtual datastores.

• Setting up, configuring & Supporting data storage systems including SAN (Storage Area Networks), fibre connections as well as knowledge of cloud-based storage systems.

• Assists with installing, upgrading, testing, monitoring, baselines, documenting, and maintaining the Windows Server Operating Systems as well as managing Windows Server licensing and ensuring compliance.

• Provides support with configuring, supporting, and maintaining our DCHP environment.

• Performs Systems Administration functions for assigned applications to ensure supported systems are reliable, efficiently maintained, monitored and available to support Idaho Power.

• Consults with business units and other IT Teams with planning, designing, configuring, and supporting enterprise level solutions.

• Provides regular and periodic patching & maintenance of supported applications and hardware within the team.

• Participates in root cause analysis and troubleshooting techniques in support of Problem Management.

What does a System Administrator do for us?

System Administrators analyze, install, configure, upgrade, test, document, monitor and maintain software and hardware in support of business processing requirements. Supported systems may include operating systems, business applications, server hardware, security tools, monitoring tools, web servers, application servers, Integration servers, and other departmental or enterprise applications or systems. Provides technical support for problems not resolved by the Integrated Operations Center or IT Service Desk.

A Senior System Administrator will also:

Participate in the development and execution of technology strategies to support organizational activities and direction. Provide advanced level support for systems, including troubleshooting, performance, monitoring, cost-benefit, security, and licensing analysis. Stay aware of industry trends, business requirements, and technical design methodologies to aid in the development of creative/innovative IT/OT solutions.

A STRONG CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

Knowledge of:

• Installation, configuration, upgrade, test, document, monitor and maintain software and hardware of relevant technology platform(s) above

Preferred:

• PowerShell

• Backup and monitoring systems

• Disaster Recovery processes and criteria

Skills in:

• Problem solving

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Verbal and written communication, including effective listening

• Planning and organizing

Preferred:

• Project management, leadership, mentoring, and training skills

• Developing and implementing new technical frameworks and work practices

Ability to:

• Work proactively in a team environment with minimum supervision

• Accept responsibility and complete tasks in a timely manner

• Interact effectively with both technical and non-technical personnel

• Adapt to new situations, and maintain a positive, customer-focused attitude

Preferred:

• Work on multiple projects at a time with constant interruptions

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

System Administrator:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in related field

OR

• An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or a related field

Experience:

• 2 or more years relevant technology administration experience

Preferred:

• 4 or more years relevant technology administration experience

Senior System Administrator:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, CIS (Computer Information Systems) or equivalent field

OR

• An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, CIS (Computer Information Systems), Cyber Security or a related field

Experience:

• 5 or more years of professional technology administration experience

Preferred:

• 8 or more years of experience in a corporate multi-platform technology environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires working at a desk/computer for extended periods of time. It requires the use of office equipment, fine motor skills including typing on the computer, dialing phones, filing paper, and working in close proximity to other people. There may be occasional lifts of no more than 10 lbs. The above is a summary of the primary essential functions of the position. This job may require the performance of additional tasks assigned by company leaders or management. Questions regarding job requirements or accommodation requests should be directed to Human Resources.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Works with regular guidance in own area of knowledge. Solves a range of straightforward problems, analyzes viable solutions and assesses each using standard procedures. Participate in 24x7 on call rotation.

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Competencies:

Adaptability, Communication, Continuous Learning, Customer Orientation, Decision Making, Initiating Action, Planning and Organizing, Work Standards

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Need Assistance Completing Your Application?

Please contact our Recruiting Office if you have questions, require assistance or accommodation while applying for employment with Idaho Power Company: Phone : 208-388-2965 or Email : jobs@idahopower.com

Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, marital status, and any other status protected by applicable federal and state laws.

Please note: Idaho Power will not provide sponsorship for obtaining an employment visa, such as an H-1B visa.

About Us

With 17 hydroelectric power plants along the Snake River and its tributaries, Idaho Power is proud to provide reliable, affordable, clean energy to customers in southern Idaho and eastern Oregon.

Our nearly 2,000 employees serve more than 600,000 customers in a service area spanning an estimated 24,000 square miles. They live, work and play in some of the most beautiful and rugged landscapes in the West.

We’re working toward our goal of providing 100% clean energy by 2045 (https://www.idahopower.com/energy-environment/energy/clean-today-cleaner-tomorrow/) . We hope you’ll join us.

Contact Information

Phone: 208-388-2965

Email: jobs@idahopower.com

Fax: 208-388-6695

Idaho Power Company

Recruiting Office

P.O. Box 70

Boise, ID 83707

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