ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a
Systems Engineer with an
information technology company. This is a 4+ month contract opportunity with our client located in
Glendale, KY .This is Onsite position. This role is responsible for providing hands-on technical support for IT infrastructure, applications, and end-user services at a manufacturing and energy site. The engineer will handle the day-to-day operation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of site IT systems that support manufacturing, energy, and business operations. This position works under the direction of the Site IT Manager on infrastructure readiness, incident response, and cybersecurity initiatives.
Responsibilities: - Install, configure, monitor, and maintain site IT infrastructure, including data center equipment, network devices, servers, PCs, mobile devices, and related hardware and software
- Provide day-to-day technical support for IT equipment across production, warehouse, office, lab, utility, outbuilding, and remote operating areas
- Perform routine system health checks, capacity monitoring, and proactive maintenance to resolve issues before they affect operations
- Serve as the first-line responder for incidents, performing triage, troubleshooting, and escalation
- Document root cause analysis and support the implementation of preventive and corrective actions
- Execute planned maintenance, system updates, and outages in coordination with operations, plant teams, vendors, and IT leadership
- Support the rollout of major IT and business initiatives, including infrastructure and application upgrades, industrial IoT deployments, and cybersecurity remediation
- Execute installation, testing, and go-live activities for approved projects
- Assist in developing, testing, and maintaining disaster recovery and high-availability procedures for critical plant infrastructure
- Support cybersecurity compliance efforts, including patching and vulnerability remediation
- Administer access controls and help ensure adherence to security policies
- Maintain accurate documentation of systems, configurations, incidents, and procedures
- Mentor junior technicians and contribute to a safe, inclusive, and accountable team environment
- Communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including union-represented resources
Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
- CCNA or CCNP certification, or an equivalent combination of relevant training and experience
- 2+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems administration, network support, or manufacturing IT environments
- Working knowledge of ITIL practices for incident, problem, and change management
- Solid understanding of networking, servers, virtualization, and endpoint management
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and escalate appropriately
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities in a fast-paced operational setting
- Willingness to work off-hour, weekend, and holiday shifts as business needs require
- Self-starter with strong ownership, attention to detail, and follow-through
Desired skills: - Familiarity with manufacturing operations, plant floor systems, or industrial IT and operational technology (OT) environments
- Battery or energy industry experience
- Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to evolving business needs
Pay range: $71.42 per hour
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today! Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.
Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include: - Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
Our team stays close to the process and is here to guide you every step of the way. To learn more, please visit our website
ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
