Network Administrator (1 Year Contract)

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• Assess the business impact of emerging technologies and future IT infrastructure trends.
•  Analyze infrastructure requirements and recommend improvements or capital projects that support business needs.
• Establish and maintain endpoint hardware, software, access, security, backup, and support standards.
•  Coordinate the deployment and lifecycle management of network equipment, servers, endpoints, and related IT hardware for Dortec.
• Evaluate and implement technologies that improve network performance, capacity, reliability, resiliency, and security.
• Manage and configure VMware ESXi and Azure Local / Azure Stack HCI data center clusters.
•  Keep systems current through operating system upgrades, patching, firmware updates, vulnerability remediation, and planned maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure, endpoint, and connectivity issues in office and factory floor environments.
• Provide help desk escalation support for network, server, endpoint, Microsoft 365, and access-related issues.
• Provide technical support by phone, remote access, or site visits as required.
• Respond to IT issues involving hardware, software, networking, MFP and label printing, identity, security, access and related infrastructure systems.
• Evaluate connectivity issues, equipment, and software, and identify practical continuous improvement opportunities.
• Modify and maintain configuration standards for infrastructure systems, Linux environments, Microsoft Active Directory, Group Policy, and Microsoft Entra ID / hybrid identity environments.
• Set up, configure, and support equipment and access for new users.
• Install, configure, test, patch, and monitor servers, infrastructure software, and related services.
• Support servers, Cisco LAN/WLAN, Fortinet firewall/WAN/ technologies, endpoint troubleshooting, network security, and the overall infrastructure landscape of the business.
• Manage UPS systems, backup platforms, recovery procedures, and disaster recovery readiness.
• Monitor and plan server capacity, storage utilization, network performance, and overall infrastructure health.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping standards at all times.
• Provide support and complete other tasks deemed appropriate by the department manager.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in computer science, information systems, networking, cybersecurity, or a related field is preferred; equivalent hands-on experience will be considered.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in network, systems, or infrastructure administration.
• ITIL, Cisco, Fortinet, VMware, Microsoft, or related infrastructure certifications are considered assets.
• Experience administering Windows Server, Windows 11, Linux Ubuntu/Debian, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and file/print services.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 administration, Microsoft Entra ID / Azure Active Directory, conditional access, MFA, and hybrid identity management.
• Experience with scripting and automation tools such as PowerShell, Python, batch scripting, or legacy scripting such as VBScript.
• Working experience with VMware ESXi, Azure Local / Azure Stack HCI, NetApp or similar SAN storage, and backup or disaster recovery platforms.
• Experience supporting LAN/WLAN, VLANs, routing, switching, firewall, VPN, and network security technologies.
• Experience with endpoint deployment, patching, ISRC/endpoint protection, inventory, monitoring, and ticketing or change management tools.
• Experience supporting IT systems in a manufacturing, plant, or production environment is considered an asset.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, troubleshoot effectively, and manage time efficiently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to support technical and non-technical users.
• Comfortable working in a diverse, fast-paced environment with changing priorities.

Salary Range: $65,000 to $80,000 annually

Vacancy Status: Immediate, open position

Site Benefits:

• Conveniently close to Highway 404
• Medical and Dental Benefits
• Profit Sharing (EEPPP) and Group RRSP Program
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
• Corporate Plans for Roger's Cellphone Data Plan
• Employee Discounts: Auto and Home Insurance, Retail, Restaurants, etc.

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.