System Admin

Inland Group of Companies; Truro; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/life insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Advancement opportunities

On-the-job training

Employee Recognition Program

Flexible schedule

Referral bonuses

Job summary

The Inland Group of Companies in Truro, Nova Scotia is seeking a Systems Administrator II to support, monitor, and improve our IT infrastructure across multiple locations. You will help ensure reliable operations, manage Windows environments, AD, and network services, and provide end-user support.

Reporting to the IT Director, this role emphasizes security, performance optimization, and collaboration with remote offices. Travel may be required; a IT degree and scripting skills are valued.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of related systems administration or IT support experience.
• Information Technology degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong Windows administration and networking knowledge.
• Experience with Active Directory and Microsoft 365 environments.
• Proficiency in scripting with PowerShell, Python, or VBScript.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and ensure compliance with policies and standards.
• Monitor, maintain, and support server, network, and computer systems.
• Develop and implement hardware, software, OS, and infrastructure improvements.
• Install, configure, repair, maintain, and upgrade PCs, servers, routers, switches, and related network gear.
• Administer Windows environments, Active Directory, terminal services, and disaster recovery.
• Monitor system and network performance and assist with upgrades.
• Provide support to remote offices and end users in LAN/WAN environments.
• Create user accounts and train new users; handle projects as assigned.

Skills

Windows administration

Networking concepts

Active Directory

Microsoft 365

PowerShell

Python

Troubleshooting

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Information Technology degree

Tools

Windows Server

Active Directory

Microsoft 365

Terminal Services

Disaster Recovery

Core network services

Job description

Discover an exciting future at the Airport!

Systems Administrator II

About us: The Inland Group of Companies (IDS and Quantem Aviation Services) is a trusted aviation partner operating at over 50+ airports across Canada and the United States. We deliver aircraft de-icing, fueling, environmental management, ground handling, and other specialized aviation support services. Safety is our highest priority. Every employee has the authority and responsibility to stop work when unsafe conditions exist.

What is in it for you:

• Competitive wages
• Insurance - health, dental and life, AD&D and LTD
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match / Pension plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts
• Advancement opportunities
• On the job training
• Employee Recognition Program
• Flexible schedule
• $300 referral bonuses - unlimited

*Benefits may vary by position and location.

Position Overview: Reporting to the Director of Information Technology, the Systems Administrator II is responsible for supporting, monitoring, maintaining, and improving the company’s computer systems, servers, and network infrastructure. This role provides technical support to end users, manages system performance and security, assists with technology upgrades, and helps ensure reliable IT operations across multiple locations.

Location: Truro, Nova Scotia

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Including but not limited to):

• Promote and support a strong safety culture while ensuring compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor, maintain, and support server, network, and computer system environments following established procedures and best practices.
• Develop, recommend, and implement hardware, software, operating system, and infrastructure improvements.
• Install, configure, repair, maintain, and upgrade PCs, servers, routers, switches, and related network equipment.
• Administer Windows environments, Active Directory, terminal services, disaster recovery processes, and core network services.
• Monitor system and network performance and assist with infrastructure upgrades when required.
• Provide technical support to remote offices and end users, including troubleshooting hardware, software, and connectivity issues in LAN/WAN environments.
• Create user accounts, train new users, and complete additional projects and assignments as required.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 3-5 years of related systems administration or IT support experience.
• Information Technology degree or equivalent combination of post-secondary education and practical experience.
• Strong understanding of Windows system administration, networking concepts, protocols, and infrastructure.
• Experience supporting Active Directory, Microsoft 365 environments, and Windows administrative tools.
• Knowledge of LAN/WAN environments, authentication and authorization processes, and distributed computing concepts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and web-based applications.
• Ability to write and maintain administrative scripts using tools such as PowerShell, Python, VBScript, or similar technologies.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Info:

• Ubiquiti and firewall/router experience is considered an asset.
• ITIL Foundations certification and experience with Operational Technology (OT) networks are considered assets.
• Travel may be required on short notice, both domestically and internationally.

The Inland Group of Companies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without discrimination based on protected grounds under applicable legislation.

The Inland Group of Companies offers a variety of opportunities to work in the field of aviation. Whether its deicing aircraft, protecting the environment, or keeping passengers and cargo moving, your future can take off with the Inland Group.