Network and Systems Administrator
Location
Victoria, BC | Canada
Job description
Who are we:
At PRT, we believe in being the stewards of growth and renewal for generations to come. Our Mission is to provide the most trusted growing services, best suited to the needs of our customers, and we achieve that by putting our customers first while always respecting our employees. PRT is the largest commercial-scale growing provider in North America for a wide range of high-quality forestry seedling species. PRT has the capacity to grow and sell more than 630 million seedlings annually, at its 28 nursery locations across Canada & USA and we owe our success to our employees. By joining PRT your will become part of a team of people that grows trees for our future forests!
Job Description
A Day in the Life:
PRT is seeking a Full-Time Network and Systems Administrator to be based at the PRT Corporate office in Victoria BC . The Network and Systems Administrator plays a critical role in building and maintaining a robust and secure network and systems infrastructure for PRT. The person in this position is responsible for deploying, configuring, updating, and monitoring all active servers, network equipment and supporting systems to ensure seamless operation. Most work hours will be spent indoors in an office environment. However, the person in this role will be expected to travel to many Canadian and US nursery locations and occasionally work outside of regular business hours. Scheduled on-call availability for up to 14 days a month is required.
Key Accountabilities of the Network and Systems Administrator:
- Manage the hybrid Active Directory/ Entra ID directory services
- Review the list of user requests captured in the helpdesk systems & schedule meetings with stakeholders to flesh out requirements and details.
- Migrate on-premise servers, users, and applications to the cloud.
- Manage, update, and troubleshoot problems within Windows Server, Citrix XenApp, Microsoft Office 365 suite and cloud, and server virtualization in data center and cloud.
- Collaborate with the server, network, printer support team members, software developers and 3rd Party IT Managed Services Providers
- Support a wide variety of on-premise and cloud-based applications.
- Set up, configure, and update firewalls, firewall policies, switches and access points across the enterprise.
- Support the helpdesk through advanced troubleshooting skills for 30 sites across Canada and the US using remote tools.
- Create, test, and deploy Windows 10/11 operating systems, applications and updates via Microsoft Autopilot/Intune
- Provide individual orientation and training to new users.
- Manage and deploy the VOIP phone system.
- Encourage innovation and continuous improvement.
- Promote collaboration and teamwork at all levels.
- Set targets (i.e., production, timelines) and evaluate achievement.
About the team:
The Network and Systems Administrator will report to the IT Manager.
Qualifications
Enough about us, let’s talk about you:
Required/Minimum
Qualifications
& Skills:
- Post-secondary education in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or a related filed, or a combination of equivalent education and experience
- Minimum of five years’ experience supporting IT and providing a high level of customer service
- Microsoft certification, either as MCSE or Azure Administrator.
- Network certification in Cisco, Fortinet or equivalent
- Knowledge of computer hardware including, but not limited to, physical and virtual servers and storage, laptops, desktops, tablets, printers, scanners, computer peripherals, Apple and Android mobile devices.
- Proficiency in the latest computer operating systems such as Server 2022, Windows 10/11, Android and IOS, including Microsoft and third-party tools.
- Valid Driver’s License
- High proficiency in Microsoft Azure, Entra ID and the entire Microsoft 365 suite including Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, InTune and SharePoint
- Strong planning, organization, and time management skills
- Good problem-solving skills
- Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions
- Professional verbal and written communication skills
Preferred
Qualifications
& Skills
- Certification in VMware, Citrix XenApp or other virtualization technology
- CompTIA Security certification or equivalent
Our Leadership Competencies:
- BUILD TRUST AND CONFIDENCE
- FOSTER COLLABORATION
- CREATE ACCOUNTABILITY TO ACHIEVE GOALS
- INSPIRE INNOVATION AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
Additional Information
Compensation and Benefits:
At PRT, we believe in unconditional success through people. We strive to be the place where people can sow their career and grow with us. Other components of our total rewards offering include:
- Highly competitive annual salary matching your level of experience and ability.
- A supportive team structured environment, a strong safety culture, and a commitment to the environment.
- Room to grow - Learning and growing is built into every role here. At PRT, you’ll get mentorship and acknowledgment for helping our business grow.
- Work-Life Balance – We’re proud to offer flexible paid time off for our employees.
- Bonus incentive program
- Comprehensive Coverage - Our benefits include comprehensive healthcare, matching RRSP, Employee and Family Assistance Plan, and education stipends.
- Collaboration and teamwork - Innovation doesn’t know hierarchy. We make sure everyone is heard, considered, and respected.
- Green Culture - Our PRT nurseries and seed orchards are vibrant and fun communities with employees who share a strong passion for the nature solutions we provide to our earth and doing their part in regenerating the forests of North America.
Next Steps:
We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We promote equality of opportunity and seek different perspectives to challenge conventional approaches and continuously improve our company’s performance and progress. We believe that diversity and inclusion help us drive innovation, make better decisions, achieve effective stewardship of our business and enable our people to thrive. We encourage you to connect with us at [email protected] if you require an accommodation for the recruitment process.
To apply please send your resume directly to us through our career portal at; Grow Your Career | PRT Growing Services Ltd.
Still want to learn more? Check us out on Social:
Follow us on Instagram: @TrustedToGrow, @IFCOSeedlings or
Facebook: @PRTGrowingServices
LinkedIn: @PRTGrowingServices, @IFCOSeedlings
Thank you for applying; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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