Database Administrator IT

Join the LKQ Family! We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the place to be. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career! Responsible for the day-to-day administration and maintenance of transactional databases, ensuring that the database in available, performing properly, and is safely executed. Essential Job Duties Perform installations, upgrades and patching, backup and recovery, performance tuning, security, monitoring, and configuration. Define standards for physical data storage, maintenance, access, and security administration. Perform backup and recovery using Database Management Systems. Configure database parameters and define data repository requirements, data dictionaries, and warehousing requirements. Create, maintain, and troubleshoot automated database jobs. Troubleshoot and resolve database connectivity and performance issues. Monitor server and database metrics and respond to/resolve alerts. Administer and maintain database access. Design and implement approaches to improve database performance, capacity, and scalability. Confer with appropriate managers regarding problems with and capabilities of databases. Create and maintain database and server documentation. Assume other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities Not responsible for supervising employees. Minimum Requirements Education & Experience Bachelor's Degree. 3+ years of related experience required with relational databases. Preferred Requirements 4+ years of relevant experience. Experience with Postgres, MS SQL Server and/or Elasticsearch. Agile development experience. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and to draw and interpret graphs. Demonstrate use of computer operations (programming, relational databases, and operating systems) and software packages. Regularly uses moderately complex oral and written skills. May train others in functional areas, interact with others, and make presentations to departments or middle management. Problems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive, and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures. Decisions generally affect own job or assigned functional area. Results are defined; sets personal own goals and determines how to achieve results with few or no guidelines to follow; supervisor/manager provides broad guidance and overall direction. Handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously with moderate complexity. Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment Work is primarily sedentary: must be able to sit for extended periods of time and use a computer, keyboard, and mouse, frequently. Travel may be required periodically, including overnight stays (contingent on position requirements). Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Join us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals. Leading With Innovation As a Fortune 500 leader (#318), LKQ is at the industry’s forefront, operating across 25 countries with over 1,600 locations. Join us to shape the future of vehicle repair and customization, where your impact resonates globally. Accelerate Your Career at LKQ Join LKQ, a global force of over 51,000 strong across 1,700 locations. Here, you are a part of a community that drives our success and your career forward. Embrace the opportunity to grow, innovate, and lead the industry with us. Connect With Your Future Let’s discover what you bring to LKQ. Share your talents and aspirations with our recruiters. If there’s a fit, we’ll reach out to explore the possibilities together. Your career journey starts with a conversation. Shape the Future with LKQ Embark on a journey where your work makes a tangible impact on the industry and beyond. LKQ offers a challenging yet rewarding career path filled with opportunities to grow, innovate, and contribute to a sustainable future. At LKQ, you're not just joining a team; you're stepping into a role where you can truly thrive. Start your career with us and discover where your journey can take you. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us.

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