Customer Service Engineer (System Administrator) (ESOM)

Kentro Estelle iLab; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company is seeking a Customer Service Engineer to provide onsite and remote support for IT systems. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in computer science and at least 2 years of experience in IT Technical Support. Responsibilities include troubleshooting issues, maintaining system accounts, and providing excellent customer service. Competitive benefits package offered, including paid time off and healthcare benefits.

Benefits

Education reimbursement for certifications

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in IT Technical Support, Help Desk or System Administration.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and navigate facility spaces.

Responsibilities

• Support installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of computer systems.
• Assist in delivering remote and desk-side technical support.
• Maintain user accounts and respond to IT support tickets.

Skills

IT Technical Support

System Administration

Debugging protocols

Customer interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

8 years of relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

ServiceNow

Job description

Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities.

Our transition to Kentro in 2025 reflects a rich legacy built upon the foundation of IT Concepts. Rather than leaving ITC behind, we confidently embrace a future centered around the Core of More. By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones.

Kentro is hiring an experienced Customer Service Engineer (System Administrator) to support our VA-ESOM- End Point Support and Operations Monitoring contract across the United States. The VA is responsible for providing comprehensive onsite and remote support to IT customers across all VA Administrations and special program offices, including direct support of over 340,000 VA employees and thousands of contractors who use government-furnished IT equipment and infrastructure.

A Customer Service Engineer is able to quickly respond to end user requests for assistance when existing manuals and scripted responses are not sufficient to meet user needs. Must be able to interact with customers and diagnose problems and lead customers through the necessary steps to correct their issues. Must have experience in conducting routine system administration tasks and logging data in system admin logs.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Government with the installation, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of computer systems and equipment, ensuring optimal operation and user satisfaction.
• Assist in delivering both remote and desk-side technical support, responding to IT support tickets, and performing diagnostic and repair activities on both hardware and software components.
• Aid in setting up and maintaining user accounts, interfacing with other software applications, compiling reports, and responding to customer requests.
• Assist in the maintenance of Active Directory and other system accounts, support connectivity and client applications, and assist in the configuration and support of local and wide area network services.
• Monitor open tickets in VA’s ServiceNow customer incident ticketing system to ensure adherence to business processes, and any discrepancies identified shall be reported with proposed corrective actions for approval before implementation.
• The work environment involves both sedentary and active elements, requiring careful handling of electronic components and adherence to safety precautions to prevent injuries or equipment damage.
• Utilize debugging protocols and processes.
• Troubleshoot problems and issues identified by customers and implement corrective actions quickly.
• Facilitate equipment returns, deployments, unboxing, inventorying, and verification.
• Possessing the physical capability to handle demanding tasks such as lifting equipment up to 50 pounds and bending, twisting, squatting, reaching, climbing, and crawling to navigate through facility spaces to access and repair equipment.
• Stand and move throughout the work area for prolonged periods.

Locations: Onsite at Bob Stump VA Medical Center

Travel:

• A Customer Service Engineer may be asked to provide additional support during temporary periods of increased workload, referred to as “surge capacity.” These requests would be discussed and coordinated beforehand and could require travel of up to two (2) weeks.
• Overtime is not authorized for any work to include this surge capacity.
• For work-related travel, employees will pay for expense out-of-pocket and submit an expense report in accordance with Kentro policy. Expense reimbursements are paid out weekly. Per diem for meals and lodging will be provided for overnight stays based on the GSA Per Diem Rates for that location.

Health Requirements:

This Kentro position provides on-site support for the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). The VHA has facility-specific vaccination and testing requirements. If chosen for this role, candidates may be required to show proof that the below vaccinations and testing are current.

• Vaccine requirements may include COVID-19, Influenza, Measles Mumps & Rubella (MMR), Hepatitis B, and/or Varicella.
• Testing requirements may include Tuberculosis.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electronics engineering, or other engineering or technical discipline or 8 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education.
• 2+ years of experience in IT Technical Support, Help Desk or System Administration.
• Candidates must be able to meet the physical requirements outlined in the job description.

Preferred:

• Experience in conducting routine system administration tasks and logging data in system admin logs
• Knowledge on a number of debugging protocols and processes
• Adept knowledge in IT principles and practices, proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, and a basic understanding of system administration in a Windows environment

Clearance requirement:

• US Citizen or Green card holder
• Willing and able to get a Public Trust Suitability clearance
• Must meet updated ID requirements.
• If you do not currently meet the ID requirements outlined, you must be willing and able to update your current forms of ID in a timely manner to complete the suitability process successfully.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development.

Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA

Kentro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.