IT Support Technician

Tomlinson Group of Companies; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Bonus programs

Health and dental benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Family-oriented team environment

Employee discounts

Job summary

R.W. Tomlinson Limited is seeking an IT Support Technician to join our Service Desk and End User Computing team in Ottawa. You will support employees across offices, field locations, and plants, handling devices, applications, and user accounts in a modern Microsoft 365 environment.

The role is on-site at our Ottawa location with local travel to field sites. You will deploy and manage devices, assist with onboarding, and enforce security and MFA practices while delivering high-quality user

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in desktop support or service desk.
• Strong working knowledge of Windows 11 and Microsoft 365 apps.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide first- and second-level support in person, by phone, and remotely.
• Document and track requests in the service desk system from intake to resolution.
• Configure and troubleshoot Windows devices and apps (Intune/Entra ID, Autopilot).
• Assist with asset management and onboarding/offboarding processes.
• Follow security policies and respond to phishing or security incidents.

Skills

Windows 11

Microsoft 365

Hardware troubleshooting

Networking fundamentals

Ticketing system

Customer service

Communication skills

Independent worker

Valid driver’s license

Education

IT diploma/degree

Tools

Microsoft Intune

Windows Autopilot

Microsoft Entra ID

SCCM/MECM

Microsoft Defender

Job description

IT Support Technician

R.W. Tomlinson Limited is looking to hire an IT Support Technician to join our Service Desk and End User Computing team. Reporting to the Service Desk Lead, you will be a key point of contact for employees across our offices, field locations, and plant operations, providing hands-on support for devices, applications, and user accounts in a modern Microsoft 365 environment.

Location: 100 Citigate Drive, Ottawa ON

Vacancy Type: Replacement

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide first- and second-level technical support to employees in person, by phone, and remotely, resolving issues within service level targets.
• Log, prioritize, and update requests and incidents in the service desk ticketing system, keeping users informed through to resolution.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with Windows 11 devices, Microsoft 365 applications (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint), printers, and peripherals.
• Escalate complex or critical issues to the appropriate internal team or vendor with clear documentation and follow them through to closure.
• Deploy, configure, and retire laptops, desktops, mobile phones, and tablets using Windows Autopilot and Microsoft Intune, in line with company standards.
• Diagnose and repair hardware faults, coordinate warranty repairs, and keep asset records accurate from issuance to disposal.
• Support line-of-business and specialized equipment used at field offices and plant sites.
• Complete account and access tasks such as onboarding and offboarding, password and MFA resets, and group or license changes in Microsoft Entra ID, following approved procedures.
• Act as a frontline part of our security program: follow security policies, respond to reported phishing and suspicious activity, and escalate potential security incidents promptly.
• Create and maintain knowledge base articles and user guides so common issues can be resolved faster and more consistently.
• Participate in technology rollouts and IT projects, including user training and post-deployment support.

REQUIREMENTS

• 3 years of experience in a desktop support, service desk, or similar technical support role.
• Strong working knowledge of Windows 11 and Microsoft 365 applications.
• Solid PC and laptop hardware troubleshooting skills.
• Experience supporting iOS and/or Android devices in a business environment.
• Working knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Wi-Fi, VPN) sufficient to troubleshoot end-user connectivity.
• Experience working in a ticketing system, with clear and accurate documentation habits.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, including the ability to explain technical issues to non-technical users.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while contributing as a collaborative member of the team.
• Valid driver's licence and the ability to travel locally to company sites.

ASSETS

• Diploma or degree from a recognized post-secondary program in information technology or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune, Windows Autopilot, and Microsoft Entra ID.
• Experience with Configuration Manager (SCCM/MECM) or other automated software deployment tools.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Defender, multi-factor authentication, and Conditional Access from a support perspective.
• Experience supporting Microsoft Teams Phone or other voice and collaboration tools.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate, Microsoft 365 Fundamentals, or ITIL 4 Foundation.
• Experience supporting users in a multi-site, industrial, or field-based organization.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• On-site role based at our head office with regular local travel to field offices and plant sites.
• Field and plant environments may involve noise, dust, and changing weather conditions; site safety rules must be followed and required personal protective equipment will be provided.
• Occasional evening or weekend work for scheduled maintenance, rollouts, or urgent issues [including participation in an on-call rotation].
• Ability to lift and move IT equipment up to 23 kg / 50 lb.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The expected salary range for this position is $55,000 - $65,000 annually. Placement within the range is dependent on a variety of factors including qualifications and experience.

TOMLINSON OFFERS

• Competitive wages
• Bonus programs
• Employer paid health and dental benefits
• Extensive training programs and tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits program
• Family-oriented team environment
• Employee discounts and other rewards programs

The Tomlinson Group of Companies encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Please contact Human Resources if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies. We are committed to leveraging the latest technology to enhance our recruitment process. We may use AI tools in the screening and selection of candidates to efficiently and fairly assess all applicants. A Recruiter will review all results generated by AI. If you have any questions, please contact our HR department.