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< Company Overview> PAL-CON, Ltd. is a leading innovator in gas turbine regenerators and a trusted provider of hydrovac services. Renowned for our unique manufacturing capabilities, we deliver high-quality products and services to midstream companies, power generation facilities, municipalities, and various industries. Our commitment to excellence and customer-centric approach sets us apart. We are seeking a dynamic IT/Network Admin to join our team and support our technological infrastructure. This role offers an exciting opportunity to troubleshoot, maintain, and enhance our computer systems and networks. You will play a vital part in ensuring seamless IT operations across our organization, delivering exceptional support to our staff, and maintaining our high standards of service.

Provide Network Infrastructure Management:

IP address management; network performance; configure routing protocols and network access controls; manage and troubleshoot routers, switches, firewalls, and access points. Provide technical support for hardware, software, and network issues across the organization. Manage computer systems including desktops, laptops, and servers running Windows operating systems. Troubleshoot software problems related to operating systems, applications like Microsoft Office as well as our payroll (Clarity) and accounting system (SAP). Configure and maintain computer networking components including LAN (Local Area Network), VPN (Virtual Private Network), firewalls, and switches. Support IT infrastructure by assisting with hardware repairs, upgrades, and installations of computer hardware components. Support, maintain, and revise in-house intranet system. Support, maintain, and monitor in-house video security system. Monitor network performance and security to prevent unauthorized access or breaches. Document incidents and resolutions. Perform server and systems administration. Perform tasks necessary to ensure network security. Diagnose and resolve complex network, server, connectivity, and infrastructure issues. Maintain accurate records. Support backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity objectives. Recommend improvements, evaluate new technologies, analyze performance trends to identify capacity or reliability issues. Provide technical guidance, establish operating procedures and best practices, and lifecycle planning. Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or related field is preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered. Hands-on, proven experience (5+ years) in providing IT/NA support with strong customer service skills - internal and external. Hands-on, demonstrated proficiency in computer management, hardware troubleshooting, and operating systems, including Windows. Knowledge of computer networking concepts such as LAN setup, VPN configuration, firewalls, and operating network devices. Familiarity with software troubleshooting for common applications like Microsoft Office suite. Ability to create programs, demonstrated experience with Coding; ability to establish reports in accounting system. Ability to manage help-desk-type issues efficiently. Ability to manage network administrative-type issues efficiently. Understanding of IT security practices including firewall management and network security protocols. Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical issues clearly to non-technical users. Must be able to prioritize effectively to manage competing demands. Experience in manufacturing or similar industry is a plus. Typical work environment includes supporting network infrastructure, servers, cloud services, end users, and business-critical systems. Position may be required to work after-hours occasionally and/or provide emergency response assistance. Join us as an IT/NA to help keep our technological environment secure, efficient, and innovative! Your expertise will directly contribute to maintaining our operational excellence while supporting a vibrant team dedicated to industry-leading solutions. This position will report to executive management. The work hours are typically Monday through Thursday from 7 AM until 5:30 PM - subject to change depending on production requirements. The wage rate is dependent on experience.

Pay:

From $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Network administration: 5 years (Required) IT support: 5 years (Required)

Language:

English (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Stephenville, TX 76401 (Required)

Work Location:

In person