Position: IT Systems Administrator
Location: St Paul, Lac La Biche, Cold Lake, Gregoire regions
We are seeking experienced IT technicians currently living in or willing to relocate to the St Paul, Lac La Biche, Cold lake areas. This position serves our customer base throughout the north East Alberta, with each day bringing you to different client locations across the region.
About the Role:
As an IT Systems Administrator, you'll provide vital technology support to Indigenous communities and organizations across northern Alberta. This role offers the unique opportunity to make a real difference by ensuring reliable IT infrastructure for clients between Edmonton and Fort McMurray area and Cold Lake region, Lac La Biche and St Paul and locations in-between. If you are not currently residing in these areas, you must be prepared to relocate.
What Makes This Role Unique:
- Daily variety - each day brings new client sites and challenges
- Meaningful work supporting Indigenous communities and organizations
- Outbound position with extensive travel throughout northern Alberta
Employment Details:
- Type: Full-Time, Permanent
- Salary: $60,000 - $80,000 per year (based on experience)
- Travel: Daily travel to client sites required (100%)
- Location Requirement: Must reside in or relocate to the St Paul, Lac La Biche, Cold lake regions
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and maintain servers, operating systems, and virtualization platforms
- Provide on-site IT support to clients, troubleshooting and resolving system issues
- Oversee cloud environments and ensure optimal system performance and availability
- Implement and monitor backup and disaster recovery plans to safeguard critical data
- Support and maintain internal Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policies
- Ensure system security through patch management, firewalls, and user access controls
- Collaborate with the team to develop and execute IT strategies and plans
- Build and maintain strong client relationships by delivering exceptional on-site service and support
Qualifications:
- Experience: 4+ years of experience in IT systems administration
- Certifications: Microsoft (MCSA/MCSE), AWS, or Linux certifications are an asset
- Strong knowledge of server infrastructure, virtualization, and cloud technologies
- Familiarity with network protocols and firewall management is a plus
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and time management abilities
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to client sites daily
- Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the St Paul, Lac La Biche, Cold lake areas
What We Offer:
- Salary ($60,000 - $80,000 based on experience)
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care
- Mileage reimbursement
- RRSP match
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for professional development and certifications
- A collaborative and innovative work environment
How to Apply:
If you're passionate about IT, enjoy working directly with clients, and want to grow your career while making a difference in Indigenous communities, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected]
Arrow Technology Group is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $60,000.00-$80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
