Onsite IT Support Specialist

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.

Salary Range: 50-65K 

Location Type: Onsite in Office & Client Site

Job Type: Full Time

Vacancy: Ongoing Considerations

 ·         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.

·         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

· CompTIA A+

· Network +

· ITIL® v.4 Foundation certification

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.

·         Strong documentation 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: