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IT Systems Administrator

Barry-Wehmiller · Phillips, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 11, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a change you made that caused a problem. What did you learn?

What they are checking: Honesty and whether they learned to plan, test and roll back changes.

How do you keep learning in IT, and what are you studying right now?

What they are checking: Self-driven growth, which matters most in an entry-level admin role.

What would you do

A server is not responding and users are reporting a shared application is down. Walk me through your first steps.

What they are checking: Calm, systematic troubleshooting under pressure across server, network and application layers.

You provide Level 2 support to the service desk. How do you help them get better instead of just taking their tickets?

What they are checking: Whether they share knowledge and documentation to raise the whole team's skill.

About the work

This posting names Windows Server, Hyper-V, VMware ESX, Office 365 and Azure. Which of those have you worked with, and how deeply?

What they are checking: Honest mapping of their experience to the environment, since this is an entry-level position.

How would you use PowerShell to make a repetitive admin task easier?

What they are checking: Whether they think in terms of automation and have actually written scripts.

What do you check in vCenter or Hyper-V Manager when a virtual machine is performing poorly?

What they are checking: Understanding of virtualization resources like CPU, memory, storage and contention.

How do you manage user accounts and groups in Active Directory so permissions stay clean?

What they are checking: Good access control habits that reduce security risk.

How do you document system configurations and procedures?

What they are checking: Documentation habits the posting calls out as part of the job.

How would you use SolarWinds or a similar tool to catch problems before users notice?

What they are checking: Proactive monitoring mindset rather than waiting for tickets.

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The full job description

As published by Barry-Wehmiller.

About Us: Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world. Job Description: IT System Administrators are responsible for the implementation and technical support of Enterprise’s server infrastructure. This includes but is not limited to the support of Windows Server OS, Microsoft Hyper-V, VMWare ESX, Office 365, Azure and storage systems. IT Systems Administrators will use tools such as vCenter, SolarWinds, Active Directory administration tools, and PowerShell to manage the environments. IT Systems Administrator Level I is an entry level position. Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions): • Responsible for the day-to-day support of server operating systems and related software and hardware. • Troubleshoots application and operating system problems. • Document system configurations, and operational procedures to ensure standardized operating procedures and processes. • Provides Level 2 support to the IT Service Desk team. • Responsible for administration and support of on-premises Exchange as well as Exchange Online tenant including configuring mailbox access. • Work with other IT team members to address resolve/acknowledge alerts generated by monitoring tools such as SolarWinds. • Installs, configures, and decommissions servers following Server Lifecycle Provisioning processes. Schedules Server OS refreshes and upgrades. • Support and maintain Windows and Azure Active Directory environments • Evaluate system specifications and requirements to ensure hardware and software compatibility and security standards. • Work with the network team to support and troubleshoot networking site related issues • Work with security team to identify and resolve security vulnerabilities reported by security tools managed and maintained by the IT Security team. • Other duties as assigned Job Specifications: • Critical thinking and decision-making skills are required. • Excellent written and oral communications skills required • Proficient in Windows Server and hypervisor technologies. • Proficient in Windows and Azure Active Directory • Knowledge of cloud technologies such as Azure and/or AWS • Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP and other networking concepts • Ability to work independently Required Education and Experience: • 1-3yrs of Experience • Associate in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred. Supervisory/Responsibility: • Reports to the Converting & Paper Platform Infrastructure Leader Work Environment: This is an office position associated with a manufacturing facility. Although the employee may spend a portion of his/her time in the office area, the employee’s essential job duties may also require the employee to spend a portion of his/her time in the manufacturing area. The employee must be able to correctly wear and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by the employer when in the manufacturing area. Position Type: This is a regular, full-time position with the understanding that a regular workweek will require extended days and hours as needed to meet business needs. Travel: Occasional domestic travel may be required for this position. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those performed in the job duties. The employee sits at a desk and uses a computer for prolonged periods of time. Performing the role frequently uses close vision, speech, hearing, and dexterity to operate office equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It’s not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job. This job description is subject to change at any time. #LI-AL1 At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. ​ Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify. Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments. Company: BW Corporate US

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