Onsite IT Support Specialist

SimNet; Whitby; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

RRSP matching program

Learning & Growth opportunities

Work-from-home options

Recognition & Rewards program

On-site parking and snacks

Job summary

SIMNET, headquartered in Whitby, Ontario, seeks an Onsite IT Support Analyst to ensure smooth operation of computer systems for end users. This 100% onsite role requires prior IT support experience and involves hands-on desktop support, hardware assistance, and client-site visits across Durham Region.

Salary range is 50–65K with discretionary bonuses. The position offers comprehensive health and wellness benefits, RRSP matching, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of solid IT help desk skills (MSP/VAR experience a plus).
• Relevant IT certifications are valued.
• MSCE, MCE or MCP certifications or equivalent certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide first contact support of incoming requests to the service desk via telephone, web portal, email, and chat to ensure courteous, timely, and effective resolution of end-user issues.
• Build rapport and elicit problem details from service desk customers.
• Prioritize incidents and service requests according to defined processes to meet defined SLAs.
• Escalate incidents with accurate documentation to suitable technician when required.
• Record, track, and document the service desk incident-solving process through final resolution.
• Deploy pre-packaged software using distribution tools and processes as requested by end users.
• Use remote tools and diagnostic utilities to aid in troubleshooting and provide hands-on fixes at the desktop level.
• Research solutions through internal and external knowledgebase as needed.
• Identify and learn appropriate software and hardware used and supported by the organization.
• Install antivirus software and ensure virus definitions are up to date.
• Perform preventative maintenance including checking and cleaning of workstations, printers, and peripherals.
• Understanding of basic VoIP principles.
• Conduct OS patches and upgrades.

Skills

IT help desk

Excellent communication

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

College diploma or university degree in Computer Science

MSCE/MCE/MCP certifications or equivalent

Tools

Kaseya

TeamViewer

Job description

SIMNET is a leading provider of cloud computing services and solutions. Founded in 2008, SIMNET has a long history of providing a range of cloud computing services, including infrastructure as a service (IaaS), platform as a service (PaaS), and software as a service (SaaS). SIMNET serves a variety of industries and customers, including small and medium-sized businesses, enterprises, and government agencies, and is a leading provider of cloud and managed services across North America that enables service providers, ISVs and enterprises to deliver secure, robust, simple, platforms to launch applications and cloud services.

The company is headquartered in Whitby, Ontario. SIMNET is known for its expertise in cloud computing and its commitment to providing high-quality, reliable, and secure services to its customers.

Our global team is committed to building a community where phenomenal people want to work long term by living our values of passion, focus, innovation, execution, collaboration, active learning and giving back, all with a commitment of being positive by choice in all we do. If you are ready to accelerate, innovate and lead, join us as we challenge constraints and problem solve for tomorrow, today.

The Onsite IT Support Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of computer systems so that end users can perform their work effectively. This is a 100% onsite position — it cannot be performed remotely — and requires previous IT support experience.

In this role, you will receive, prioritize, document, and actively resolve end-user help requests, escalating incidents when necessary to meet SLA expectations. Problem resolution may involve using diagnostic tools and help request tracking systems, as well as providing in-person, hands-on support at the desktop level, including hardware and peripheral assistance.

Salary Range: 50-65K

Eligible for Discretionary Bonus: YES

Location Type: Onsite in Office & Client Site

Job Type: Full Time

Vacancy: Ongoing Considerations

Others: Must have a reliable vehicle to travel between client sites (Durham Region)

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Provide first contact support of incoming requests to the service desk via telephone, web portal, email, and chat to ensure courteous, timely, and effective resolution of end-user issues.
• Build rapport and elicit problem details from service desk customers.
• Prioritize incidents and service requests according to defined processes to meet defined SLAs.
• Escalate incidents with accurate documentation to suitable technician, when required.
• Record, track, and document the service desk incident-solving process, including all successful and unsuccessful decisions made and actions taken, through to final resolution.
• Deploy pre-packaged software using distribution tools and processes as requested by end users.
• Use remote tools and diagnostic utilities to aid in troubleshooting and perform hands-on fixes at the desktop level when remote tools are not appropriate, including hardware repairs, delivery of peripherals, or other fixes as determined.
• Research solutions through internal and external knowledgebase as needed.
• Identify and learn appropriate software and hardware used and supported by the organization.
• Install antivirus software and ensure virus definitions are up to date.
• Perform preventative maintenance, including checking and cleaning of workstations, printers, and peripherals.
• Understanding of basic VoIP principles.
• Conduct operating system patches and upgrades.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science and/or 1+ years of solid IT help desk skills. Experience in managed services (MSP) or value-added reseller (VAR) environment is a plus.
• Additional weight will be given to candidate with relevant IT certifications.
• MSCE, MCE or MCP certifications or equivalent certifications

Knowledge & Experience

• Understanding and hands-on experience with computer hardware, including printers and peripheral.
• Experience with desktop and server operating systems, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, and iOS
• Experience working in or for a health care environment, whether in a clinic or hospital and accustomed to working with medical staff including Dr’s and physicians
• Ability to support all Microsoft Office products.
• Working knowledge of a range of diagnostic tools such as Kaseya and TeamViewer.
• Basic understating of networking and routing protocols such as DNS, TCP/IP, ports, protocols (HTTP, HTTPS)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange 2016 and Office 365
• Experience working in an ITIL-driven environment and working knowledge of ITIL principles and processes. Certification required within 6 months of employment.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on rapport building, listening, and questioning skills.
• Experience maintaining timely and accurate helpdesk records using the ticketing system; familiarity with Zoho Desk or other ticketing tools.

What you’ll enjoy about SIMNET:

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness: Extended health and dental coverage, plus a flexible health spending account (HSA), help you take care of yourself on your terms.
• Financial Wellbeing: Plan for your future with our group RRSP matching program.
• Learning & Growth: Access continuing education opportunities, professional development programs, and tuition support to grow your skills and advance your career.
• Work-from-home options : Flexibility of being able to work from home during times when commuting or in-person interactions may not be ideal.
• Recognition & Rewards: Our gamified, people driven program lets employees and leaders give kudos, earn recognition, and be rewarded for collaboration and impact.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive, inclusive team where ideas flow freely, feedback is welcomed, and teamwork drives success.
• Challenging & Innovative Projects: Work on high-impact projects that inspire creativity, experimentation, and forward-thinking solutions.
• Convenience & Comfort: On-site parking, casual dress code, free snacks & drinks, and company lunches twice a month to keep your day smooth.
• Team Connection: Participate in company events, outings, and team-building activities that celebrate successes and build lasting connections.

At SIMNET, we believe diverse and inclusive teams drive better outcomes. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants throughout the interview process. We may use AI-powered tools at certain stages of our hiring process to support application review and candidate communication. These tools assist our team, but all final hiring decisions are made by people – always.