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LOCATION
Phoenix, AZ
POSTED
2 days ago
Mainframe Operations Technician
IDEALFORCE has a contract-to-hire position available immediately for an AS/400 Operations Technician to join our customer in Phoenix, Arizona. This is an onsite, night shift position. Please find below additional details about this job. Kindly respond with your most up-to-date resume if you would like to pursue this opportunity. Client is considering only local candidates for this position.
Please note, this is a night shift job and the working hours are 5:00 PM to 4:00 AM. Only candidates interested in going full-time after three months need to apply.
Job Description
Client is currently seeking a Mainframe Operations Technician. The individual in this position is responsible for the following:
Monitoring the operation of mid-range computer systems, AS400, and client/server systems
Recognizing operational/production problems, systems messages and failures, and assisting in solutions
Completing nightly production, instant schedules, and balance reports
Updating websites, emailing media result sheets and estimated jackpots for all online games, and emailing eNewsletters for all games
Maintaining tape libraries, Iron Mountain documentation, and preparing documentation for nightly, weekly, and monthly offsite tapes
Preparing and sending weekly billing
Conferring with Supervisor of Operations
Qualifications
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
The successful candidate will possess at least three years of experience with IBM AS400 iSeries running OS400, as well as database experience as a Computer Operator or Operations Analyst. You should be proficient in the use of Windows XP/Vista and Microsoft Office 2003/2007. Lottery experience is a plus, but not required.
Additionally, the following knowledge, skills and abilities are sought:
Knowledge of analytical and technical skills required for working successfully with computer hardware and standard operating systems
Back-office server applications, client/server applications, and internally developed custom applications
At least one high-level programming language, for example COBOL
AS400 midrange computer systems including operating systems, desk storage, and communications services
Specific hardware/software including CICS, COBOL, CU400, AS400, Relational Databases, BMS, DFU, DDS, SEU, SOL, STRPDM, Query, Word, Excel, Outlook, Project Tracking software, Windows, Client Access, PC, and File Transfers
Skills in good oral and written communication, organization, problem-solving, mathematics with regard to balancing reports, reading and writing at a proficient level
Ability to work under pressure to meet critical deadlines, recognize and coordinate operations problems and develop solutions, determine successful completion of all job processes, clearly and concisely communicate issues to supervisor, on-call, and vendor staff, follow written instructions and schedules, work night shifts as required
Benefits (After the Full Time Conversion)
Client provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Accrued vacation pay and sick days
10 paid holidays per year
Deferred compensation plan
Credit union membership
Wellness plans
Pre-employment requirements:
Candidates for this position will be required to submit to a criminal history investigation.
Additional Information
Additional information:
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
All candidates who are authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply.
Candidates must clear the background check prior to commencing the assignment.
Third party candidates: Email your candidate/s resume to joseph.shelton@idealforce.com along with the following details: Rate, Current location, and Availability.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.