System Administrator

at  Eddy Group Limited

Eddy Group Limited is a Maritime-based wholesale distributor and proud member of “Canada’s Best Managed Companies”. Eddy Group Limited has been a trusted partner in the construction industry for over a century. As a family business now in its fifth generation, we are all about providing top-notch products, personalized solutions, and great service to our industrial, commercial, and residential customers.
As part of our Head Office operations team, the System Administrator will be responsible for providing expert Information Technology (IT) system support services across the organization. He or she will assist with IT project management, resource management, hardware installation and maintenance, troubleshooting and communicating with all users of the Eddy Group Ltd technology infrastructure. He or she may be required to assist with IT strategic planning, as well as identifying, selecting and deploying new technology to support organizational goals and objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY COMPETENCIES:

· Post Secondary Degree or Diploma in computer science, or an acceptable combination of education and relevant experience required.
· Overall knowledge of networking, operating system, and server architectures, including IBM Power Systems.
· Advanced knowledge of Web design/application principles and tools, including HTML and SQL.
· Strong knowledge of programming concepts, software development cycles, and associated tools and platforms.
· Proficiency with VPN networks, firewalls, encryption, and other aspects of network security technologies.
· Highly effective project management skills.
· Ability to explain technical concepts and theories to non-technical audiences.

· Assist with the planning, development, and management of all IT services, programs, and support throughout the enterprise.
· Be well-versed in our ERP software functions and support staff with inquiries.
· Provide internal IT support (software support, hardware maintenance.)
· Assist with the implementation, deployment, and operation of information systems and technology solutions for business needs.
· Help to oversee Website functionality and development.
· Responsible for maintenance of IBM server and tape backups.
· Generate system reports by querying ERP data as required.
· Assist senior management with the direction and facilitation of IT strategic and tactical planning.
· Research, design, and implement the appropriate technologies to support and improve corporate communications, access to information, and end-user productivity as directed.
· Liaise with vendors and service providers to ensure efficient and cost-effective acquisition of technology purchases; oversee warranties and service agreements.
· Assist with capacity planning for network bandwidth, storage requirements, messaging, Websites, and other applications.
· Stay informed on new or emerging trends and technologies that provide clear benefits to the organization, business partners, and/or customers.
· Create status reports as required.
· Plan end-user training as required.
· Act as an advocate for the IT department and its initiatives.