System Administrator

Our team is growing and we would like you to join our team at KEI!

A family owned and operated company located in Kitchener, Ontario now in our 76th year, Kuntz Electroplating Inc. (KEI) has become the benchmark for quality and service in premium plated and painted products to the automotive and motorcycle industries. We presently serve automotive exterior and interiors, motorcycle, appliance, gaming, heavy truck, and other specialized industries in a Tier 1 and Tier capacity. We supply chrome plated and powder coated components to the world’s largest and most recognizable brands who rely on us to optimize their part designs with world-class process capability to provide the highest quality to them and their customers.

We pride ourselves in being an environmentally conscious and sustainable company where the health and safety of our employees is and will always remain our highest priority. At KEI you will find a safe, positive and dynamic work environment, where people treat each other with mutual respect and fairness, where there is opportunity for personal growth and fulfillment; with a real team spirit!

Systems Administrator

JOB SUMMARY:

Our KEI System Administrator is responsible for effective provisioning, installation, configuration and maintenance of systems hardware, software and related infrastructure. Participate in technical research and development to enable continuing innovation within the infrastructure. This individual ensures that system hardware, operating systems, software systems, disaster recovery and related procedures adhere to organizational values. Due to the size of the IT team, there is overlapping responsibilities with the Network Administrator.

OBJECTIVES OF THE ROLE:

· Develop good relations with end user base, answer technical questions in person and via phone on all company supported applications and hardware.

· Install, configure, and maintain personal computers, file and print servers, mobile devices and other related equipment, devices, and systems; Develop and maintain hardware and software inventories, and equipment maintenance contracts.

· Deploy new software, server updates and patches as available

· Document all systems modifications and issue resolution for future reference and collaboration.

· Evaluate and/or recommend purchases of computers, peripheral equipment, and software and servers.

· Work as a team member with other technical staff, including networking and applications to ensure connectivity and compatibility between systems.

· Maintain confidentiality with regard to the information being processed, stored or accessed.

· Communicate any problems, materials required, safety or quality concerns to Manager in a timely manner.

· Monitor and respond to Help Desk emails and phone calls to ensure end user requests and issues are resolved in a timely manner.

· Provide on-call support to client base after hours on a rotating basis.

SKILLS AND QUALITIES REQUIRED:

· Thorough knowledge of Windows operating system, VMware vCenter, Veeam backup, Windows Server, VPN, Microsoft Exchange Server, Active Directory, GPOs, Aruba wireless technology, Palo Alto firewall, Cisco Switches, HP Servers, SAN, Brightmail, VOIP systems

· Exemplary troubleshooting skills

· Experience with Crowdstrike and Falcon Sensors

· Demonstrated experience applying security best practices and securing IT infrastructure

· Experience developing and maintaining comprehensive systems documentation

· Microsoft Certifications or equivalent work experience

· Database deployment and administration an asset

Why join us at KEI?

• Be a part of an organization that is a global leader in its industry.

• Social Club and Wellness Committee that offers Pizza, Ice Cream, BBQ days, Christmas parties (adult's and children's) and other fantastic company social events throughout the year.

• Work with other talented, bright, inspiring people and discover opportunities for professional growth.

• Group benefits (health, dental, vision, STD, AD&D and Life) and out of Canada travel.

• Group RSP/DPSP with company match.

• Profit sharing

• Employee Service Recognition Awards

• Christmas Bonuses

• Career Development opportunities

• Employee discounts throughout the community

At KEI, we are “the best at what we do!” Let’s have a conversation and discuss what we can offer each other!

Check out our website www.kuntz.com

And learn more about who we’re looking for here @ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHwh2Hd-Uo0

Kuntz Electroplating Inc. (KEI) is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. KEI will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-25
Expected start date: 2024-04-01