What would be the daily tasks of an entry level Database Administrator or a beginner Database Administrator

I definitely want them to develop their troubleshooting skills so things like taking the first shot at tuning queries with a senior DBA doing reviews.

For an entry level DBA they will likely be doing most of the so called grunt work and working under the supervision of the senior DBAs. Additionally since an entry level DBA is a blank slate there are a few extra steps I might take to help push them in the right direction.

I definitely want them to develop their troubleshooting skills so things like taking the first shot at tuning queries with a senior DBA doing reviews. I’d also have them take part in the on call rotation, but paired with someone more senior as a secondary. In the beginning I expect the senior DBA to have to step in a lot, but as time goes on I would expect them to be able to step back more and more. I’d also include them in project work as time allows.

Additionally as they developed their skills, I would have them start automating tasks instead of doing things manually. A good DBA automates EVERYTHING, so I want them to internalize that way of thinking.