SQL Database Administrator

TOP SKILLS:

-SQL Server high availability

-Performance tuning and troubleshooting

-Windows Server running on Cisco UCS integration.

Description

Our client is looking for a self-motivated SQL Server Database Administrator to provide critical database support, performance tuning and troubleshooting, and Windows Server support running on Cisco UCS. This will be the very first DBA to join the organization, so the ideal team member will enjoy working both independently and in teams of brilliant people from across our organization to ensure IT assets are delivering the reliability, performance, and value necessary to support a fast growth business.

Responsibilities:

- Provide onsite and remote infrastructure administration and support in a 24x7 manufacturing operation for both IT and OT systems

- Ensure continuous operation through proactive planning, maintenance, and monitoring of critical IT and MES systems across multiple sites

- Effectively communicate and coordinate IT activities and issue resolution with key stakeholders

- Provide expertise and guidance on technical designs and project planning

- Ensure implementation of IT security best practices to identify and close vulnerabilities

- Administer, maintain, and optimize compute and storage infrastructure on prem and in Microsoft Azure Cloud.

- Create and maintain detailed systems documentation, backup and recovery procedures, and other standard IT processes

- Participate in multiple business projects and provide technical expertise and support as needed

- Ensure established IT processes are adhered to and KPI’s are accurately tracked and reported

- Evaluate and make expert recommendations for improvements to IT platforms, architecture, and capabilities to ensure appropriate service levels, performance, and cost of ownership

Additional Skills & Qualifications

1. Past experience working in heavy plant/factory based OT environments

2. Understanding of basic networking concepts

3. Deep understanding of Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Coopersville, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $49.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Coopersville,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 2026.

h4>About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.