Field Database Analyst

Role summary / purpose The Database Analyst (also known as Database Administrator or DBA) works on the infrastructure side of the IT organization, focused on installation and support of database management systems while adhering to best practices and delivering high-level customer service. The role involves supporting production, staging, and/or quality assurance databases, ensuring availability, access, and security of associated data assets. This position is field-based with 50-75% travel, requiring an onsite/field liaison presence. PPE is required, with significant walking involved. Key responsibilities • Install and support database management systems • Monitor and maintain database performance, security, backup, and recovery procedures • Ensure availability, access, and security of data assets in production, staging, and quality assurance environments • Consult with IT management and clients to identify opportunities for improved database utilization and technology implementation • Provide technical database expertise and leadership to development teams • Analyze business problems and recommend database solutions to improve business application systems and infrastructure operations • Serve as onsite/field liaison with regular travel to job sites Requirements – education & experience • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline, OR 6 years of related business experience • 1-3 years of work experience in database administration or related field • Intergrader/installer experience preferred • Familiarity with jobsite safety standards Required skills • Experience with SQL (T-SQL, PL/SQL, Access SQL) or equivalent database platform native programming languages • Knowledge of file structures, design, retrieval, and access methods • Technical background in database systems • Ability to work in field-based, travel-intensive environment Nice-to-have / preferred skills • Light project management experience • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Strong analytical and problem-resolution skills • Strong organizational skills • Experience being on the road and managing remote work Employment details – type, location, hours Field-based position with 50-75% travel required. PPE required. Significant walking involved.