515 IT Support jobs in Ontario

Job Description

About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled Desktop Support Technician to provide technical support for end-users desktop systems, laptops, and peripheral devices. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills, hands-on experience with hardware and software, and the ability to ensure smooth IT operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain desktop computers, laptops, and peripheral devices.

• Provide technical support to end-users for hardware, software, and network issues.

• Troubleshoot and resolve desktop-related problems efficiently and effectively.

• Assist with software installations, updates, patches, and system upgrades.

• Maintain inventory of IT equipment and manage asset tracking.

• Document support requests, solutions, and standard operating procedures.

• Escalate complex issues to higher-level IT staff or specialized teams when necessary.

• Ensure desktop systems meet security policies, antivirus updates, and company standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

• Proven experience in desktop support, helpdesk, or IT support roles.

• Knowledge of operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux) and common software applications.

• Familiarity with networking basics, printers, and peripheral devices.

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as CompTIA A+, ITIL, or Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP).

• Experience with remote desktop support tools and ticketing systems.

• Knowledge of virtualization, cloud services, or cybersecurity fundamentals.

• Understanding of IT best practices and standard operating procedures.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.

• Health insurance and other employee benefits.

• Flexible working hours and remote work options (if applicable).

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled Desktop Support Technician to provide technical support for end-users desktop systems, laptops, and peripheral devices. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills, hands-on experience with hardware and software, and the ability to ensure smooth IT operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain desktop computers, laptops, and peripheral devices.

• Provide technical support to end-users for hardware, software, and network issues.

• Troubleshoot and resolve desktop-related problems efficiently and effectively.

• Assist with software installations, updates, patches, and system upgrades.

• Maintain inventory of IT equipment and manage asset tracking.

• Document support requests, solutions, and standard operating procedures.

• Escalate complex issues to higher-level IT staff or specialized teams when necessary.

• Ensure desktop systems meet security policies, antivirus updates, and company standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

• Proven experience in desktop support, helpdesk, or IT support roles.

• Knowledge of operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux) and common software applications.

• Familiarity with networking basics, printers, and peripheral devices.

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as CompTIA A+, ITIL, or Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP).

• Experience with remote desktop support tools and ticketing systems.

• Knowledge of virtualization, cloud services, or cybersecurity fundamentals.

• Understanding of IT best practices and standard operating procedures.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.

• Health insurance and other employee benefits.

• Flexible working hours and remote work options (if applicable).

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Job Description

GlassHouse Systems (GHS) is an enterprise systems, and managed services solutions provider that develops, designs and deploys solutions for leading enterprises in Canada and the US. For almost 32 years, GHS has delivered an enterprise level of service and support to clients. Recognized with industry-leading awards each year, GHS translates this differentiation into positive client experiences

This role will be providing technical support to internal clients by addressing incoming queries and issues related to servers and systems, software, and hardware either in person or over the phone.

· Providing technical support to internal and external clients, including problem determination, resolution, and escalation as per the ITSM process

· Assisting customers to diagnose technical issues related to Windows, network, application services, and peripherals

· Documenting all incidents, outages, status, and resolutions in accordance with IT (Information Technology) Service Desk procedures

· Resolving and tracking incidents with network, servers, Windows/Linux OS, application services, and peripherals in accordance with IT Service Desk procedures

· Proactively utilizing IT resources to remain current with technology used in the company IT environment

· Deployment, planning, monitoring, data collection and analysis in customer environments

· Work independently with partner/vendor technical/sales teams to ensure hardware and software resources are available for the projects or users for the successful execution of projects

· Diagnose and trouble shoot desktop, laptop, and peripheral hardware devices

· Performing security administration functions for user access, data access, and remote access

· Issuing timely, accurate, and professional notifications regarding incidents impacting the user community or targeted service consumer

· Proactively managing high severity and priority incidents from identification to resolution

· Collaborating with internal/external IT resources to identify problems and restore services

· Contribute to the business process improvement projects

· Completing other duties or tasks as assigned

· Manage O365 environment for Internal users

· Managing JAMF Environment for internal Mac’s

· Strong verbal communication skills and excellent technical writing skills

· Customer service attitude, be prompt and responsive, be kind and understanding, be proactive and creative

· Dedicated team player and enjoys working in a fast-paced team atmosphere

· Ability to manage multiple priorities, commitments, and projects

· Must be able to develop content, and independently document features for target audiences

· Ability to think logically about issues and find efficient resolutions

What you'll get:

Competitive salary

Health benefits (medical, vision, dental)

Life insurance

Pension plan

Professional development

Amazing company culture

Free parking

Gym on-site

Join a team of professionals led by a diverse set of leaders from across the industry.

GlassHouse Systems commitment:

We believe that a diverse team is the key to innovation and growth. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at our company and encourages all candidates to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GlassHouse Systems will accommodate individuals with disabilities through each stage of the recruitment process. Please advise us of any needs when your interview is booked and we will do our best to meet your needs.

Please note that all candidates have to be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Any offer of employment will be conditional upon a criminal record check.

GlassHouse Systems thanks all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.

· Bachelor’s degree in information technology or similar discipline

· 3+ years’ experience in an enterprise IT environment and hands-on experience with large scale enterprise IT rollouts

· Located in Greater Toronto Area, and eligible for Protected B clearance

· Experience in Mac Support and Administration - JAMF

· Experience in Microsoft Administration - O365, Active Directory, Teams, SharePoint, Power Automate, Intune

· Demonstrated ability to understand complex IT systems with sufficient depth to troubleshoot highly technical and time sensitive issues

· Experience in ITSM process – incident, change and problem management

· Strong analytical skills

· Ability to present complex concepts in a clear, concise manner

· Some travel is required for this position

Nice to have:

· Entry level Support/Microsoft/networking certificates such as MS-900, Network + and A+ from CompTIA

· JAMF Certifications

· Some experience with programming & scripting languages (PowerShell, Python)

· Knowledge with public cloud platforms like Azure

· Experience in ITSM ticketing tool – Service Now

Job Description

• Infrastructure Management
  • Ensure the availability, scalability, and redundancy of all physical and virtual infrastructure across multiple environments.

• • Plan, purchase, configure, and maintain infrastructure components including servers, storage, and virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V).

• • Manage cloud and hybrid infrastructure (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud) including migration, optimization, and cost control.

• Systems Operations
  • Oversee configuration, provisioning, and maintenance of Microsoft Windows and Unix/Linux systems both on-premises and in the cloud.

• • Implement and maintain best-in-class security controls, patching processes, and compliance practices.

• • Lead automation efforts to improve efficiency, using scripting and orchestration tools (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Ansible).

• Networking & Telephony
  • Manage and monitor the performance and capacity of all network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, firewalls, and VPN.

• • Oversee corporate telephony systems (e.g., Zoom Phone, MS Teams, VoIP platforms), ensuring high availability and integration.

• • Address network bottlenecks and lead initiatives to modernize and secure connectivity across all sites.

• Operational Excellence
  • Maintain and improve monitoring systems and procedures to proactively detect and respond to issues.

• • Ensure all applicable system licenses, support contracts, and renewals are properly tracked and managed.

• • Develop and maintain SOPs for all core infrastructure components and ensure compliance with internal SLAs and external commitments.

• Support and Escalation
  • Provide support for high-priority or escalated issues, including coordination with vendors and internal stakeholders.

• • Participate in an on-call rotation and provide after-hours support when necessary.

• • Engage with clients and stakeholders to ensure engineering support aligns with business needs.

• Pre-Sales & RFP Participation
  • Collaborate with the pre-sales and business development teams to support technical solutioning and infrastructure design for new opportunities.

• • Participate in the review and development of responses to RFPs, ensuring proposed solutions are technically sound, scalable, and align with company capabilities.

• • Contribute diagrams, solution narratives, and infrastructure strategies to proposals and presentations.

• Team Leadership & Oversight
  • Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team covering Windows, Unix/Linux, networking, telephony, and virtual hosting platforms.

• • Provide technical guidance, set team priorities, and ensure timely delivery of infrastructure initiatives and SLAs.

• • Promote cross-training and knowledge sharing within the team to build a resilient and agile engineering function.

• • Collaborate with other department heads to support strategic IT initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

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