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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR - CB & VR - FULL TIME - DAY SHIFT - **Company:** Mesquite Gaming - **Location:** Mesquite, NV, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, IBM System I, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), VMware ESX Servers, Failover, Firmware, Internet Small Computer System Interface (ISCSI), Linux System Administration, Windows Servers, Networking Basics, Routing, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Performance Tuning, Queueing Systems, Runbook, Subsystems, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtualization Technology, VMware VSphere, Software Vulnerability Management, Network Switches, Scripting, Software Troubleshooting, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Multiplatform - **Published:** June 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b4c4533252e518dd ## About the Role Do you have a valid Driver's License license?, Do you have experience in vCenter?, LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: State of Nevada Gaming Permit, Valid Driver's License, and D.M.V. Driving History Printout (no more than 30 days old), and Proof of Unexpired Personal Vehicle Insurance Coverage., * 5+ years of progressive experience in a System Administrator or equivalent infrastructure role. * Demonstrated production experience administering VMware vSphere/ESXi and vCenter. * Hands-on experience administering IBM iSeries / IBM i (AS/400 lineage) in a production environment. * Strong Windows Server administration skills, including Active Directory and core infrastructure services. * Solid Linux administration skills (CLI fluency, scripting, service management, troubleshooting). * Demonstrated ownership of, or significant participation in, Disaster Recovery planning, testing, and execution. * Strong software troubleshooting ability and ability to isolate complex issues across multiple layers (OS, network, application, storage). * Solid networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, firewalls). * Ability to work occasionally after-hours, on-call support. * Casino experience preferred but not required., * Strong written and verbal communication; able to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders. * Self-directed and organized, capable of owning projects from scoping through closeout. * Calm under pressure during outages and incidents; comfortable making decisions with incomplete information and documenting them clearly. * Strong sense of operational discipline: change control, documentation, and least-privilege thinking are second nature. * Curious and continuously learning, this environment evolves quickly. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is active. Occasional lifting of equipment (up to 50 lbs) for rack/server work. There will be walking; standing; bending; carrying midweight items such as network switches, switch parts, servers, driving an automobile, etc. ## Description The System Administrator is responsible for a diverse, mission-critical infrastructure spanning virtualized environments, midrange systems, and multi-platform server estates. The System Administrator is hands-on technical depth, a methodical troubleshooting mindset, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced 24/7 operational environment. This administrator is responsible for the day-to-day administration, monitoring, maintenance, and continuous improvement of our server, virtualization, and disaster recovery infrastructure., * Administer, monitor, and maintain VMware vSphere/ESXi environments, including host management, vCenter operations, resource allocation, snapshot/backup integration, and patching. * Participate in capacity planning, performance tuning, and lifecycle management of virtualized workloads. * Administer IBM iSeries (Power Systems / IBM i) PaaS systems, including user/library management, subsystem and job queue administration, journaling, and PTF/firmware maintenance. * Administer Windows Server environments (Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, file/print, RDS, certificate services, patching, server migrations and upgrades). * SAN/NAS storage administration experience (iSCSI, NFS, SMB, fibre channel). * Perform OS hardening, vulnerability remediation, and routine patching across both platforms. * Own and continuously improve the Disaster Recovery program runbooks, recovery time/point objectives (RTO/RPO), replication, failover, and documented restore procedures. * Produce and maintain clear, accurate technical documentation: architecture diagrams, runbooks, change records, and recovery procedures. * Contribute to knowledge transfer and cross-training within the team. * Other job-related duties as assigned and instructed by management. ## Related Videos - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Technical Documentation - How Can I Write Them Better and Why Should I Care?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/681-technical-documentation-how-can-i-write-them-better-and-why-should-i-care) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Bridging AI and Nomad: a Go-based MCP Server for Cluster Control](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2063-bridging-ai-and-nomad-a-go-based-mcp-server-for-cluster-control) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job) - [6 Emerging Technologies We’ll Learn About in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/381-6-emerging-technologies-we-ll-learn-about-in-2025)