Systems Administrator - Portland, Salem, Seattle or Boise

Hampton Lumber is a thriving family-owned company aspiring to be North America's preferred source for responsibly-sourced wood solutions. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, we operate nine sawmills in Western Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. We also manage timberland and operate a wholesale and import/export division.  

Our mission is to grow, manufacture, and market renewable wood products and deliver innovative solutions for a more sustainable built environment. At Hampton Lumber, we accomplish this through our own operations as well as those of our affiliates—Trapa Forest Products, Idaho Timber, and RedBuilt. Our tagline, "Find a better way every day," encapsulates our commitment to innovation and improvement across all operations.
 

We are guided by our core values: 

• Safety – Prioritize safety across all operations. 

• Integrity & Authenticity – Operate honestly and ethically while preserving our distinctive family-owned brand. 

• Responsible Stewardship – Endeavor to balance and maintain economic, social, and environmental values in everything we do. 

• Tenacity – Embrace challenges with grit, determination, and a can-do spirit.  

• Continuous Improvement – Strive to enhance our processes, products, and people. 

• Customer Satisfaction – Be nimble, responsive, and solutions-oriented. 

• Community Engagement – Be a responsive, supportive, and respected member of the community. 

With over 80 years in the sawmill business, we are proud to have cultivated the knowledge and experience needed to grow and prosper, even in challenging times.  We always look to the future and invest in our people, new technologies, and continuous improvement processes and techniques. 

We are seeking a skilled Systems Administrator to join our IT team. This role combines technical expertise with fieldwork responsibilities, focusing on managing and optimizing our IT infrastructure across multiple locations. < Highlight more travel here > The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with a variety of technologies, including Active Directory, Azure Entra ID, Azure DevOps, Microsoft SQL, Cisco switching, Fortinet Firewalling, VMware vSphere, Nutanix AHV, Hyper-V, PowerShell, and C#. <Less about specific product knowledge, focus on concepts> You will be responsible for ensuring seamless operations across our network of facilities, both in our headquarters and various production locations nationwide. Additionally, we emphasize the importance of not being siloed and encourage our team members to broaden their skills and work in multiple technology areas. We also offer a hybrid work schedule, providing flexibility to work both remotely and on-site as needed

• Substantial company-paid assistance for Medical and Dental insurance premiums; mental health coverage; cost effective co-pays and deductibles
• 401(k) with 5% annual company contribution and generous company matching contributions vested over three years
• Paid time off, including 8 paid holidays
• Participation in the employee bonus program
• Employee wellness program that includes free counseling sessions, financial and legal guidance, and more
• Opportunities for paid training to support career advancement and personal development

• Customer Interaction: <Common face of IT at production sites, attitude important>
• Server OS: Windows Server and some Linux
• Active Directory: Manage user accounts, groups, and permissions while ensuring the directory service operates efficiently.
• Cisco Switching: Troubleshoot network switches to maintain reliable communication across our network.
• Fortinet Firewalling: Secure our infrastructure by inspecting firewalls and monitoring traffic.
• VMware vSphere & Nutanix AHV: Administer virtualization platforms to manage workloads and ensure high availability.
• Microsoft Hyper-V: Maintain and troubleshoot virtual machines, ensuring seamless operations within our environment.
• PowerShell & C#: Develop scripts and tools to automate tasks and enhance system efficiency.
• VoIP Phone: General understanding of SIP.

This role may require occasional travel to various offices and production locations across the United States. Hampton Lumber prioritizes employee safety and well-being with comprehensive travel protocols in place.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or four years relevant experience.
• Proven experience with Active Directory, Switching, Firewalling, Virtualization, PowerShell, and C#.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve system issues promptly.
• Familiarity with ITIL best practices for service management.
• Certifications such as MCSE, CCNA, or VMware VCP are highly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Manufacturing environment experience
• Experience with cloud migrations and hybrid environments.
• Knowledge of automation tools and scripting beyond PowerShell and C#.
• Certifications in Microsoft, VMware, Cisco, or Fortinet solutions.

Learn more at hamptonlumber.com, or follow us on Facebook: @HamptonLumber.  You can also learn about our company and our priorities by visiting our blog. 

Hampton Lumber is an equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law.

Disability accommodation available: If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, don't hesitate to get in touch with the Human Resources Office for the location you are applying.

For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please refer to the following government posters: EEO is the Law and its accompanying temporary supplement.