Systems Administrator, Contract

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada seeks a Systems Administrator to ensure efficient operation of IT systems across Canada and the US. Responsibilities include installing and maintaining IT infrastructure, supporting users, and participating in server upgrades. Ideal candidates should have a diploma in IT and at least three years of related experience, along with strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in server hardware and configuration.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows Server versions 2012, 2016, 2019.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Install, support, and maintain IT Systems.
• Function as a Tier 2 escalation point for IT support.
• Perform end of lease server replacements and minimize downtime.

Skills

Microsoft Windows Server

Active Directory Administration

VMware ESXi

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Diploma in IT related studies

Tools

MS Exchange

AWS

Google Cloud Infrastructure

PowerShell

Job description

You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That’s because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that’s the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees.

You’ll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. We’re in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between – doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward!

Job Summary

As part of Compass Technology Canada, this position ensures IT Infrastructure and operating systems are functioning efficiently and effectively. From major system development and implementation to daily system administration and technical support, Compass Technology Canada provides technical advice and support to over 3,000 operating units and offices across Canada.

Now, if you were to come on board as one of our Systems Administrators, we’d ask you to do the following for us:

• Prioritize and execute tasks effectively in a challenging and fast-paced work environment.
• Be responsible for installing, supporting, and maintaining IT Systems.
• Implement and support a wide variety of IT systems across Canada and the US.
• Perform end of lease server replacements, including staging hardware, installing site specific applications, and coordinating cutovers while minimizing downtime for the business.
• Plan, communicate, and document system changes.
• Ensure Company standards and industry best practices are followed and improved.
• Function as a Tier 2 escalation point, provide IT support for the in-house and remote users across Canada.
• Record, track, and document the request/problem-solving process and actions taken.
• Review actionable environment alerts to maintain existing infrastructure.
• Be engaged in team project efforts for server OS upgrades, vulnerability management, application upgrades/brand new builds

Think you have what it takes to be our next System Administrator? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you are the best fit:

• Diploma in IT related studies with at least three years of experience in:
  • server hardware and configuration, Microsoft Windows Server 2012/2016/2019, active directory administration (GPOs, understanding of replication, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience or working knowledge of:
  • MS Exchange
  • MS IIS 7.5 and 8.5
  • Office 365
  • VMware ESXi/VSphere
  • Hyper-V
  • AWS and Google Cloud Infrastructure
  • System Centre Configuration Manager
  • Enterprise Storage Systems
  • CommVault Simpana or similar Enterprise Backup/Recovery Systems
  • Oracle's JD Edwards Enterprise One
  • PowerShell
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and the ability to build good rapport with customers.
• Results-driven with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented and accurate.
• Proven ability to quickly learn and apply new technical skills and concepts in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable to changing work priorities.
• Available to work after-hours during maintenance windows and when emergency support is needed.
• Willing to travel (approximately 10%) and able to safely lift up to 20kg regularly.

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.

For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for further information.