System Administrator

At Industrial Inspection and Analysis, we rely on information technology systems to support the solutions that serve our customers around the world. We are looking to hire a Systems Administrator to join the IIA team. If you are hardworking and dedicated, IIA is an ideal place to advance your career. Apply now!

Position Objectives and Responsibilities

• Maintain, configure, and ensure the reliable operation of computer systems, network servers, and virtualized environments
• Install and upgrade computer components and software, manage virtual servers, and integrate automation processes
• Troubleshoot hardware and software errors by running diagnostics, documenting problems and solutions, setting priorities, and assessing the impact of issues
• Provide IT staff with the documentation and technical specifications needed to plan and implement new IT infrastructure or upgrades
• Perform or delegate regular backup operations and implement appropriate data protection, disaster recovery, and failover processes
• Lead desktop support and help desk activities, ensuring that issues related to applications, workstations, and associated equipment are resolved promptly and with minimal disruption
• Be responsible for database capacity, storage planning, and performance

Required Qualifications for the Systems Administrator Position

• College diploma or bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, systems administration, or a closely related field, or equivalent experience required
• At least two years of experience in network and systems administration
• Certifications in systems administration and IT, including Linux, Microsoft, or other networking-related areas, are an asset
• Working knowledge of virtualization, Hyper-V, VMWare, or equivalent technology
• Strong knowledge of systems and network software and hardware, as well as network protocols
• Experience with scripting and automation tools
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing IT strategies and plans
• Strong knowledge of implementing and effectively developing best practices for help desk services and IT operations, including expertise in security, storage, data protection, and disaster recovery protocols

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Java applications
• Experience with Oracle, MySQL, and SQL databases
• Experience with cloud and web applications

Employment Information:

Hourly rate: $36/hour

Hours per week: 40

Work location: on-site at the following address:

IIA- PMC Laboratories

6980 Cote De Liesse

St-Laurent, Montreal, QC H4T 1Y5

Language requirement: English