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IT Specialist

@ Epic Piping
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Baton Rouge or Livingston or San Marcos or Duluth
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:maintaining infrastructure, monitoring systems, supporting users
Requirements Summary:5+ years IT experience; Windows Server and Active Directory administration; Office/Microsoft 365 and Azure administration; network, firewall, and wireless experience (Aruba, Cisco Meraki, Fortinet); Citrix; cybersecurity knowledge; enterprise support and cloud migration experience.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, Microsoft Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft SharePoint Online, Microsoft OneDrive, Microsoft Intune, Citrix, Aruba Wireless Networks, Cisco Meraki, Fortinet
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Job Description

United Weld Holdings has an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Specialist to join our Information Technology team.

IT Specialist

United Weld Holdings: Epic Piping, BendTec

Location: Corporate, Baton Rouge, LA

Travel Required

Company Overview United Weld Holdings is a large-scale, industry-leading pipe fabrication company, headquarted in Baton Rouge, LA specializing in high-complexity piping spools and pipe supports for critical infrastructure projects. With multiple high production fabrication facilities with locations in Livingston, LA; San Marcos, TX; and Duluth, MN, with advanced welding and testing capabilities, and a reputation for critical path execution. We support major clients in the petrochemical, refining, oil & gas, power generation, and data center sectors across North America as well as internationally. Our continued growth has created an outstanding opportunity for a results-driven Business Development professional to further expand our market share.

Position Summary

The IT Specialist is responsible for maintaining, supporting, and optimizing the organization's information technology infrastructure in a pipe fabrication and distribution environment. This role ensures the reliability, security, and performance of business-critical systems.  

Key Responsibilities

  • Administer and maintain Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, file services, and print services. 
  • Manage virtualized and cloud server infrastructure and perform system upgrades, patching, and maintenance. 
  • Monitor server health, performance, storage capacity, and system availability. 
  • Maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions to ensure business continuity. 
  • Manage Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), hybrid cloud integrations, and synchronization services. 
  • Monitor cloud resource utilization, security, and cost optimization. 
  • Support cloud migration and modernization initiatives. 
  • Manage Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and Intune. 
  • Manage a Citrix environment. 
  • Administer user accounts, licensing, email security, retention policies, and compliance requirements. 
  • Support endpoint management and mobile device administration. 
  • Implement and maintain Microsoft security best practices and policies. 
  • Assists Network and Security Specialist in installing Wi-Fi APs, switches, and firewalls.  Monitors network performance. 
  • Monitor incidents and security alerts and respond to incidents, vulnerabilities, and threats. 
  • Perform system patching, vulnerability remediation, and access control management. 
  • Support compliance initiatives, audits, and documentation related to information security and operational technology environments. 
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high customer service standards.   
  • Assists IT Technicians at multiple locations for troubleshooting assistance and training, providing end user support as needed. 
  • Consult with clients, vendors, and personnel in other departments or foreman to discuss, estimate, and resolve issues.   
  • Assist with budgeting, vendor coordination, hardware procurement, and asset management. 
  • Provide cost analysis data when upgrading or purchasing new hardware, software, or equipment.  
  • Complete all over tasks assigned by supervisor.   

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred
  • 5+ years of experience
  • Windows Server Administration (2019, 2022, 2025) 
  • Active Directory and Group Policy 
  • Office 365 and Azure Administration 
  • Aruba Wireless Networks Administration 
  • Cisco Meraki Firewalls and VPNs 
  • Fortinet Switching Infrastructure 
  • Citrix Administration 
  • Network administration 
  • Hardware and Software installation and administration. 
  • Experience supporting enterprise network environments. 
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices. 
  • Analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify problems and troubleshoot system issues. 

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
  • Discretionary bonus based on company performance, merit and goals achieved.  
  • Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-and long-term disability.  
  • 401(k) with company match.  
  • Collaborative culture that values integrity, innovation, and execution.
  • Professional development opportunities and career growth within a rapidly expanding

    organization. 

As an equal opportunity employer, Epic Piping is committed to the development of its employees and strives to promote an environment that fosters personal training and development