IT Site Administrator (Contract to Hire)Elgin, IL Job Requisition: 7466Hourly Pay Rate: $33-38/hr. Individual salaries are based on education, geographic location, and alignment to the market data.
Job Description:We are seeking a skilled and self-driven IT Site Administrator to join our team in Elgin, IL and provide critical IT support to a dual-purpose site consisting of both a manufacturing facility and corporate headquarters. This role is highly hands-on and dynamic, serving as the primary IT contact for onsite users—including C-suite leadership—as well as remote employees across the organization.
This is a jack-of-all-trades role requiring a strong foundation in end-user support, Windows systems, SaaS platforms, and server/network infrastructure. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, hybrid environment and possesses excellent technical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
Responsibilities Include:· Serve as the go-to IT contact for all onsite support, including executive and shop floor users· Provide high-level end-user support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and peripherals· Onboard and offboard users including hardware setup, account provisioning, and access control· Maintain, troubleshoot, and support local infrastructure including servers, switches, printers, and access points· Administer and support SaaS applications such as Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Zoom, Teams, etc.· Provide technical assistance to remote employees, ensuring reliable connectivity and access· Maintain up-to-date IT asset inventory, including hardware and software· Collaborate with Corporate IT to enforce security protocols and infrastructure standards· Partner with third-party vendors for equipment, licenses, or escalated technical support· Document IT processes, FAQs, and troubleshooting workflows for internal reference· Perform periodic backups, system updates, and preventative maintenance· Support incident response, including root cause analysis and implementation of long-term solutions
Requirements:· 3+ years in an IT Administrator, Systems Support, or Help Desk role· Strong proficiency in Windows OS, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365 suite· Familiarity with networking fundamentals (LAN/WAN, DNS, DHCP, VPN)· Experience supporting executive-level staff and remote workers· Ability to troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues independently· Working knowledge of SaaS administration and common enterprise collaboration tools· Outstanding organizational, multitasking, and communication skills· Self-starter attitude with ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
Nice To Haves: · Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate· Experience in manufacturing or hybrid office/plant environments· Exposure to endpoint management tools (e.g., Intune, SCCM)
Benefits:· Health insurance eligibility on 1st day of employment (Medical, Dental)· 401(k) eligibility after 6 months of employment· Accrued Paid Time Off
