Junior Helpdesk Support Technician

Who we are

At Aquila, we invest in category-defining B2B/B2G software companies globally, acting as a thought-partner, striving for the success of our companies in the long term. We are a well-managed, profitable company that operates like a startup with the financial backing of a parent company. For our people, this means limitless possibilities.

We are unapologetically unique, pivoting to respond to the needs of the multiple markets we operate in. We have ambitious goals, and we’re looking for genuine contributors with integrity, energy, flexibility, and loyalty. We are investing in building future leaders who can take an idea and make things happen.

Who we need

Reporting to the Director of IT, we are seeking a Junior Helpdesk Support Technician to join our expanding technical operations team. Your primary focus will be on monitoring and responding to incoming IT tickets, as well as maintaining the smooth operation of internal systems. You will be the first line of support for employees across departments and locations, assisting with troubleshooting hardware, software, and cloud-based issues. Additionally, you will conduct research, support larger strategic IT projects, and prepare for future technical initiatives all while keeping a security first approach to ensure our users and environments are safe and secure.

This is a rewarding growth opportunity where every day is different, and there’s always something to learn or improve. If you are someone who loves solving puzzles, keeping up with the latest trends, and building your own machines, this is the role to consider.

This is a full-time hybrid position, working remotely 4 days per week and on-site in our Toronto office 1 day per week.

What’s in it for you

Purpose. Your problem-solving skills and curiosity will make an impact on the business. You will play a key role in providing support that keeps teams productive and secure. You will grow your autonomy, taking ownership of user onboarding, helpdesk tickets, and hardware management, ensuring reliable service delivery in a distributed environment.

Breadth of experience. You will build your skills across a broad range of IT tools and platforms, including Microsoft 365, Active Directory, remote access systems, and basic networking. You will support systems administration and contribute to cloud infrastructure initiatives while learning from senior team members and external vendors.

Career growth. You will join a collaborative and security-minded IT team where mentorship and development are priorities. You will be encouraged to pursue ongoing learning and certifications. As you build your technical expertise, you will have the opportunity to grow your career into more advanced support, security and compliance, or management roles here or as part of another business line.

As our new Junior Helpdesk Support Technician, you will:

• Provide frontline support. You will respond to help desk tickets, diagnose issues, and resolve or escalate them as needed. You will use remote access tools to troubleshoot problems and walk users through solutions.
• Support hardware and software. You will install, configure, and maintain workstations, peripherals, and business applications. You will provide basic training and support to end users on hardware and software usage. You will configure, package and ship equipment to employees.
• Ensure secure infrastructure. You will help maintain and support corporate systems including domain controllers, file shares, email, and cloud-based environments. You will contribute to the implementation of secure IT practices and proactively flag potential risks.
• Coordinate user lifecycle processes. You will manage new user onboarding, equipment shipping and setup, and offboarding processes. You will image and redeploy hardware, store returned equipment, and ensure accurate documentation throughout the process.
• Collaborate and document. You will contribute to internal IT documentation and knowledge bases, helping to streamline support tasks and promote consistency across the team.

You bring:

• The technical foundation. You have a technical background, and you may be seeking your first opportunity, or you may have previous experience in a helpdesk, IT support, or information systems role. You are comfortable using and supporting software, hardware, and networking systems via remote or on-site access. You are familiar with or can quickly come up to speed with the administrative aspects of setting up and troubleshooting Microsoft 365 and Azure (including virtual machines).
• The customer service mindset. You are professional, patient, and focused on providing high-quality service. You communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical users and are eager to assist with care and urgency. You are comfortable storing equipment at your remote location to prepare and ship to remote team members as needed.
• Adaptability and curiosity. You are committed to continuous learning, with a desire to stay up to date on tools, technologies, and best practices. You are comfortable working independently, managing shifting priorities, and solving problems in real time.

Why join?

Aquila is a division of Constellation Software Inc., one of the largest and most successful software companies in Canada and the most successful technology stock in Canada over the last 10 years [TSE: CSU].

Our entrepreneurial culture, lean environment, and people come together to form a dynamic organization where purpose drives our growth. This is a place where high performance and hard work are rewarded, where leaders are grown, and where the best ideas win. With the autonomy to be creative and curious, we collaborate and iterate to achieve real impact in the communities we support.

We spend our days asking questions and challenging the status quo, manipulating our structure, roles, and internal operations in order to stay ahead in a competitive landscape. 

If you share our growth mindset, relationship-focused approach, and high moral fibre, you will thrive at Aquila.

What you can expect from our interview process:

• A virtual interview with a Talent Advisor to express your interest in the role and share your experience.
• A technical interview with two Helpdesk team members to assess your knowledge and your problem-solving skills.
• A virtual interview with the Hiring Manager to discuss how your experience aligns with the needs of the team and the company.

Apply now.

Diversity and inclusion are not mere words on paper to us. We welcome and appreciate candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you have most of the qualifications we are seeking and want to play an integral role in our success, apply to express your interest. 

Aquila welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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