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Server Administrator (Server Administrator, Specialist OPS - IT)

Job ID #: 31831 Location: TX-HOUSTON

Functional Area: Technology Position Type: Full Time

Experience Required: 5 - 7 Years Relocation Provided: No

Education Required: Bachelors Degree

RC/Department: 0083 -IT TECH SERVS AND DATA MGMT :KMI

Position Description

About the Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Server Administrator with deep expertise in virtualization technologies to join our dynamic IT team. In this role, you will design, implement, and maintain our server infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and reliability.

This position is responsible for supporting and maintaining the enterprise server and virtualization infrastructure. The role focuses on Windows Server platforms and VMware virtualization within a hybrid infrastructure environment.

This role is part of an established enterprise infrastructure environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

+ Administer, support physical and virtual Windows Server environments (2019–2025), and common Linux distributions

+ Support VMware virtualization infrastructure, including ESX hosts and vCenter

+ Perform virtual machine provisioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and performance analysis

+ Support hardware lifecycle and refresh activities

+ Perform system maintenance, patching, and upgrades in accordance with change management processes

+ Participate in incident response, issue resolution, and root cause analysis

+ Work with storage, network, security, and application teams to support infrastructure operations

+ Provide support for Linux-based systems, (as required)

+ Maintain technical documentation and follow established operational procedures

+ Collaborate with architecture teams to align on best practices

+ Utilize PowerShell scripting to assist with administrative and operational tasks, as needed

+ Participate in on-call rotations and after-hours support as required

+ Work with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve infrastructure-related issues

Server Virtualization:

+ Provide technical support for VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V environments hosting 4,000+ servers.

+ Implement, deploy, and administer VMware ESX and Microsoft Hyper-V in large, clustered environments.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain virtualization best practices and standardized configurations.

+ Perform advanced troubleshooting and performance tuning.

+ Proactively monitor server environments for capacity, performance, and potential issues.

+ Leverage hypervisor-agnostic workloads

+ Understand storage technologies (e.g., EMC, HP, NetApp, NAS) and their integration with virtual environments.

+ Conduct capacity planning, predictive analysis, and reporting for virtual servers.

+ Engage with vendors (e.g., Microsoft, VMware, Dell, HP) to resolve escalations and ensure timely support.

Server Administration:

+ Administer and troubleshoot Windows Server (up to 2025) and common Linux distributions.

+ Perform datacenter operations including server racking, stacking, hardware replacement, and annual refresh projects (Dell and HP experience preferred).

+ Handle advanced Windows Server troubleshooting, applying deep knowledge of security best practices and compliance standards.

+ Manage cross-team technical issues and collaborate with other teams to resolve complex problems.

+ Ensure successful execution of data center installation projects.

+ Apply solid networking principles (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) to maintain connectivity and troubleshoot issues.

+ Use scripting languages (PowerShell, VB, .NET) to automate routine tasks and processes (desired) .

+ Understand Active Directory (AD) member server management and Group Policy Object (GPO) server side processing.

Other Duties as Assigned:

+ Provide after-hours support and participate in 24x7x365 on-call rotations (quarterly one-week secondary and one-week primary rotations).

+ Promptly respond to inbound phone calls, emails, and automated alerts.

+ Document all incidents, including root cause analyses.

+ Prepare detailed status reports and collaborate with technology leads, managers, and escalation teams.

+ Complete special projects and annual objectives assigned.

+ Research, identify, and propose solutions to emerging technical challenges.

+ Interact professionally and respectfully with team members, vendors, and stakeholders.

+ Develop and maintain standard configuration templates, processes, and procedures.

+ Communicate clearly, maintain dependable attendance, and occasionally travel as needed.

Position Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

+ Extensive experience supporting complex, enterprise-scale server and virtualization infrastructures

+ Deep proficiency in administering Windows Server 2019–2025, and Linux distributions including troubleshooting, configuration, and lifecycle maintenance

+ Strong operational experience with VMware ESX, vCenter, and related virtualization technologies

+ Proven ability to support mission-critical, production-grade environments with emphasis on reliability, performance, and availability

+ Solid understanding of ITIL-aligned processes, including change management, incident management, and problem management

+ Demonstrated ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively within cross-functional technical teams

Additional Desirable Experience:

+ Experience with Cloud platforms (Azure)

+ Experience with Citrix environments

+ Experience with SharePoint administration (on-prem and SPO)

+ Advanced scripting capabilities (PowerShell, automation toolsets)

Education:

+ Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or related field is desirable, or equivalent experience.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

+ Demonstrated experience as a Server Engineer, Server Administrator, or similar role.

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations:

+ Basic server hardware certifications (A+, Dell, HP) are highly desired.

+ Microsoft certifications are preferred.

+ Azure Cloud certifications are a plus.

Physical Demands

+ Moderate lifting (up to 50+ pounds); team lifting or mechanical assistance available.

+ Combination of sitting, standing, and walking; occasional bending and kneeling.

+ May involve pushing/pulling equipment and server racks.

Location

+ This position is located in Houston, TX.

+ On-site support required on core onsite support days (Mon-Weds).

+ Some on-site work may be needed on flex days, nights, or weekends for emergencies or planned after-hours activities.

+ Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Working Conditions

+ Primarily office and datacenter environments.

Supervisory Responsibility

+ This position currently has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

*Position may be filled at various levels depending on experience and job skills of the successful candidate

Kinder Morgan, Inc. offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits offered for this position may include the following: health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; Flexible and Health Spending Accounts; Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance; Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance for employee and dependents; retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan; paid time off; paid parental bonding leave; paid holidays; a flexible work schedule and many voluntary benefit plans.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.