IT & Automation Specialist

This position will be customized based on the candidate's experience and skill set. Responsibilities may range from hands-on IT support and break/fix work to software development, systems architecture, AI implementation, and enterprise integrations.

Responsibilities

IT Infrastructure & Support

• Provide day-to-day technical support for employees across multiple offices.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, networking, printer, phone, and workstation issues.
• Manage user onboarding and offboarding, including device setup and account provisioning.
• Maintain security standards, software licensing, backups, and system documentation.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors and technology partners.

Systems Integration & Automation

• Develop and maintain API integrations between internal and external systems.
• Manage EDI connectivity with customers, carriers, and technology providers.
• Automate repetitive operational processes using scripting, workflow tools, and custom applications.
• Improve data flow between McLeod, Salesforce, Power BI, customer portals, and other business systems.

Software Development

• Design, develop, and maintain internal applications and tools.
• Create dashboards, reporting solutions, and operational workflows.
• Support database management and data architecture initiatives.
• Participate in software selection, implementation, and customization projects.

Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technology

• Identify opportunities to leverage AI throughout the business.
• Develop AI-powered tools to improve productivity, customer service, sales, and operations.
• Implement workflow automation using modern AI platforms and APIs.
• Evaluate new technologies and recommend solutions that improve scalability and efficiency.

Strategic Technology Initiatives

• Assist leadership in defining and executing the company's technology roadmap.
• Recommend process improvements and system enhancements.
• Serve as a bridge between operations, sales, accounting, and technology teams.
• Help scale technology infrastructure to support continued company growth.

• Experience with IT support, help desk, or break/fix environments.
• Knowledge of networking, Windows administration, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and endpoint management.
• Experience with software development using Python, JavaScript, C#, SQL, or similar technologies.
• Experience working with APIs, web services, and systems integrations.
• Understanding of EDI transactions and transportation/logistics technology.
• Experience with business intelligence tools such as Power BI.
• Familiarity with AI tools, machine learning concepts, prompt engineering, and workflow automation platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Pay range and compensation package

Compensation is flexible and will be determined based on experience, technical expertise, and the value the candidate can bring to the organization. We are open to candidates ranging from:

• IT Support Specialist
• Systems Administrator
• Software Developer
• Integration Developer
• Automation Engineer
• AI Engineer
• Technology Manager

Salary and bonus opportunities will be tailored to the candidate's skill set and responsibilities.

CoVar is seeking a highly motivated and technically versatile Information Technology & Automation Specialist to support our rapidly growing transportation and logistics operation. This is a dynamic role that blends traditional IT support, software development, systems integration, EDI/API management, automation, and artificial intelligence initiatives. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys solving problems, building solutions, and helping a fast-growing organization leverage technology to improve efficiency and scale operations. This position will be customized based on the candidate's experience and skill set.