System Administrator- Burlington

Gerrie Electric is one of the largest independent electrical distributors, with 24 key Ontario locations and over 400 employees. We are a proud family owned, Canadian company and are headquartered in Burlington, ON. We are proud to be a Platinum Club winner of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Having been in business since 1957, we are an established and well-respected company in the industry.

Culture
Our core purpose is passionately helping customers be more successful by delivering exceptional experiences. We strive for an inspiring culture and integrity in all that we do.
Our success is powered by our people. We invest in the training & development of our employees and encourage career growth across all areas. We celebrate success and show recognition for a job well done.
We believe a more diverse and inclusive environment brings strength to our organization, helps our customers to succeed and creates a significant competitive edge.

What You Will Be Doing
We are seeking a skilled Systems Administrator to join our IT team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining our environment, ensuring the stability, security, and efficiency of our cloud and on-premises infrastructure. This role involves handling VM upgrades, patching, backup management, disaster recovery, and more.

SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR DUTIES

1. Manage and maintain Azure Local (Azure Stack HCI) environments.
2. Perform VM upgrades and patching using Azure Update Manager.
3. Utilize Azure ARC for hybrid cloud management.
4. Oversee backup management and disaster recovery planning.
5. Manage infrastructure components including DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory.
6. Ensure the security of the environment through regular monitoring and updates.
7. Handle certificate management and renewals.
8. Collaborate with the IT team to implement and maintain security best practices.
9. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Azure infrastructure.
10. Document processes and procedures for system administration tasks.
11. Be available for work outside of regular business hours and respond to emergency situations as needed.

COMMUNICATION

1. Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
2. Establish and maintain positive collaborative relationships with customers.

TEAMWORK AND COLLABORATION

1. Create and maintain a team atmosphere and ensure employee concerns are resolved promptly.

PROBLEM SOLVING

1. Be able to recommend creative solutions to various issues that may arise.

QUALITY

1. Ensure employees understand and adhere to ISO policies and procedures.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

1. Participate in conferences, seminars, and other educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintain and participate in professional networks to enhance your knowledge and skills.
2. Participates on committees and special projects as requested.

What You Bring To The Table
Completed post-secondary education in a relevant field
Proven experience as a Systems Administrator with a focus on Azure
Strong knowledge of Azure services, including VM management, Azure Update Manager, and Azure ARC
Experience with DNS, DHCP, Active Directory, and certificate management
Familiarity with backup and disaster recovery solutions
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Strong communication and teamwork abilities

We believe in taking care of our people
Major medical + dental coverage for yourself and your dependents (flex plan options available)
Employee Assistance Program
Global travel coverage
Pension plan with contribution matching
Training, development and career growth opportunities
Tuition re-imbursement program
Promote from within culture
A diverse and inclusive workplace
Caring and nurturing environment

Words that our employees use to describe us
Inclusive, team-oriented, motivating, happy, forward thinking, innovative, successful!

• Flexible interview options are available!