Linux Administrator

Akkodis; Markham; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services firm is seeking a Linux Admin for a contract position in Markham, ON. The ideal candidate will have experience in data center operations, including rack and server configurations. Essential skills include physical stamina for lifting equipment and the ability to troubleshoot and install both web servers and databases. The role demands the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while multitasking. Join us for an opportunity to grow your IT expertise in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working in data center labs.
• Must be able to lift heavy weights (~50 lbs) and stand for long hours.
• Willingness to learn quickly and multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Rack, build, cable, configure, and provision Servers.
• Deploy Cisco layer 2 networking equipment.
• Troubleshoot, test, and perform quality assurance of Server hardware.

Skills

Data center experience

Cabling knowledge

Basic hardware troubleshooting

Cisco Layer 2 networking

Web Server and Database installation

Job description

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Akkodis is seeking a Linux Admin for a contract position with a client in Markham, ON. The ideal candidate will have experience working in data center labs, including racking, building, cabling, configuring, and provisioning servers.

Location: Markham, ON

Long-Term Contract

Job Description

• Rack, Build, cable, configure, and provision Servers
• Rack, Cable, and Deploy Cisco layer 2 networking equipment
• Troubleshoot, test, quality assurance of Server hardware
• Professionally resolve hardware issues via trouble ticket
• Comfortable lifting weights (~50 lbs)
• Can stand for long hours on ladders
• Ready to travel on need basis

Desired experience

• Cabling knowledge beyond dressing or running cabling, such as confidently comprehending port mapping and knowing the differences and purposes behind each cable type
• Understanding of basic hardware troubleshooting and applying logical methods of resolution
• Rack, cable, and deploy Cisco Layer 2 networking equipment a plus
• Experience with RAID levels is a plus
• Web Server and Database installation experience a plus
• Must be able to work in this country without sponsorship
• Must be willing to learn quickly, multitask, and work in a fast-paced environment

Top 3 Required Skills

1. Has worked in data center labs
2. Must be able to lift heavy weights and stand for long hours

Preferred Skills

1. Rack and stacking experience with cabling, configuration, setup, troubleshooting

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Analyst and Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

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