Information Technology Specialist
About the role
Job ID: 60412
Job Category: Information & Technology
Division & Section: Toronto Water, Technology & Customer Experience
Work Location: 60 Tiffield Road
Job Type & Duration: Full-Time, Temporary Vacancy (12 months)
Hourly Rate: $42.28 - $46.31
Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
Affiliation: L79 Full-time
Number of Positions Open: 1
Posting Period: 09-Mar-2026 to 23-Mar-2026
Major Responsibilities:
Summary
The Application & Technical Support Specialist 3 provides technical support and front-line troubleshooting related to application, desktop, network, security and access management to enable Toronto Water staff to deliver essential services effectively and reliably.
-Technical Support & Troubleshooting
- Frequently travel to off-site Toronto Water locations, including treatment plants, yards and administrative offices, to provide advanced technical support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices and line-of-business applications.
- Deliver exceptional customer service, ensuring timely resolution while adhering to established service standards.
- Participate in hardware/software deployments, configuration, upgrades, and lifecycle maintenance.
- Document and track support cases, ensuring accuracy, proper escalation and compliance with SLAs.
- Assist with the identification and resolution of issues and problems. -Infrastructure & Security Operations
- Configure and maintain endpoint infrastructure.
- Participate in information security investigations, threat analysis, mitigation activities and incident response.
- Assist with administering data security, access control and authentication mechanisms. -Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues, recommend preventative solutions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to technical documentation, training materials and user guidelines.
- Assist with the preparation of executive-level reports summarizing findings, metrics or recommendations.
- Participate in the evaluation of technologies, tools, and processes, providing recommendations for service enhancements.
- Provide training to clients in use of technology.
Key Qualifications:
Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:
- Experience delivering end-user technical support in a professional environment, including asset management, hardware deployment, authentication services, file/print services and remote access.
- Experience maintaining desktop and mobile computing hardware, software and client/server operating systems.
- Must have ITIL certification and CompTIA A+ or other additional recognized certifications (e.g. Microsoft Certification, Microsoft Modern Desktop Administrator Associate, CompTIA Security+).
- Valid Ontario Class G driver's license and access to a motor vehicle for business travel within the GTA.
- Post-secondary education in Computer Science, Business/Information Technology or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- Ability to lift/move equipment/boxes up to 40lbs.
You must also have:
- Knowledge of current/emerging computing technologies.
- Ability to work under time constraints and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently or cooperatively within a team.
- Ability to work on several projects concurrently.
- Good analytical and organizational skills.
- Detail oriented with demonstrated problem solving abilities.
- Excellent interpersonal, listening, verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong customer service focus, teamwork and collaboration skills.
- Demonstrated analytical thinking, sound judgment, and effective problem‑solving in complex technical environments.
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks to meet operational deadlines.
- Commitment to promoting equity, diversity, inclusion and respectful workplaces.
- Availability for after-hours emergency support and scheduled standby rotation.
NOTE TO INTERNAL FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CITY OF TORONTO EMPLOYEES:
City of Toronto employees must apply to full-time or part-time employment opportunities posted on the City's Internal Job Posting Portal.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity .
Accommodation
The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process
is available upon request . Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process .
About City of Toronto
The City of Toronto is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workplace culture, and strives to build a workforce that reflects the citizens it serves. We are committed to building a high performing public service, with strong and effective leaders to enable service excellence, through high engagement and healthy and safe workplaces.
Toronto is home to more than 2.9 million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, and innovation, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses.
Toronto Public Service consists of approximately 35,771 employees, providing programs and services to Toronto residents, businesses and visitors. Additionally, the City of Toronto has a number of agencies and corporations including the Toronto Police Service, Toronto Public Library and the Toronto Transit Commission, which make up the broader municipal organization.
There are 44 operating divisions and offices providing an extensive level of programs and services. We offer diverse career opportunities across a wide variety of professional, trade, administrative, managerial and other employment roles. The Toronto Public Service has won numerous awards for quality, innovation and efficiency in delivering citizen-focused services. We are proud to have been named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Top Family Friendly Employers and Greater Toronto's Top Employers.
Consider joining the award-winning Toronto Public Service and help us make a difference in a great City!
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Information Technology Specialist
About the role
Job ID: 60412
Job Category: Information & Technology
Division & Section: Toronto Water, Technology & Customer Experience
Work Location: 60 Tiffield Road
Job Type & Duration: Full-Time, Temporary Vacancy (12 months)
Hourly Rate: $42.28 - $46.31
Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
Affiliation: L79 Full-time
Number of Positions Open: 1
Posting Period: 09-Mar-2026 to 23-Mar-2026
Major Responsibilities:
Summary
The Application & Technical Support Specialist 3 provides technical support and front-line troubleshooting related to application, desktop, network, security and access management to enable Toronto Water staff to deliver essential services effectively and reliably.
-Technical Support & Troubleshooting
- Frequently travel to off-site Toronto Water locations, including treatment plants, yards and administrative offices, to provide advanced technical support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices and line-of-business applications.
- Deliver exceptional customer service, ensuring timely resolution while adhering to established service standards.
- Participate in hardware/software deployments, configuration, upgrades, and lifecycle maintenance.
- Document and track support cases, ensuring accuracy, proper escalation and compliance with SLAs.
- Assist with the identification and resolution of issues and problems. -Infrastructure & Security Operations
- Configure and maintain endpoint infrastructure.
- Participate in information security investigations, threat analysis, mitigation activities and incident response.
- Assist with administering data security, access control and authentication mechanisms. -Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues, recommend preventative solutions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to technical documentation, training materials and user guidelines.
- Assist with the preparation of executive-level reports summarizing findings, metrics or recommendations.
- Participate in the evaluation of technologies, tools, and processes, providing recommendations for service enhancements.
- Provide training to clients in use of technology.
Key Qualifications:
Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:
- Experience delivering end-user technical support in a professional environment, including asset management, hardware deployment, authentication services, file/print services and remote access.
- Experience maintaining desktop and mobile computing hardware, software and client/server operating systems.
- Must have ITIL certification and CompTIA A+ or other additional recognized certifications (e.g. Microsoft Certification, Microsoft Modern Desktop Administrator Associate, CompTIA Security+).
- Valid Ontario Class G driver's license and access to a motor vehicle for business travel within the GTA.
- Post-secondary education in Computer Science, Business/Information Technology or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- Ability to lift/move equipment/boxes up to 40lbs.
You must also have:
- Knowledge of current/emerging computing technologies.
- Ability to work under time constraints and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently or cooperatively within a team.
- Ability to work on several projects concurrently.
- Good analytical and organizational skills.
- Detail oriented with demonstrated problem solving abilities.
- Excellent interpersonal, listening, verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong customer service focus, teamwork and collaboration skills.
- Demonstrated analytical thinking, sound judgment, and effective problem‑solving in complex technical environments.
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks to meet operational deadlines.
- Commitment to promoting equity, diversity, inclusion and respectful workplaces.
- Availability for after-hours emergency support and scheduled standby rotation.
NOTE TO INTERNAL FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CITY OF TORONTO EMPLOYEES:
City of Toronto employees must apply to full-time or part-time employment opportunities posted on the City's Internal Job Posting Portal.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity .
Accommodation
The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process
is available upon request . Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process .
About City of Toronto
The City of Toronto is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workplace culture, and strives to build a workforce that reflects the citizens it serves. We are committed to building a high performing public service, with strong and effective leaders to enable service excellence, through high engagement and healthy and safe workplaces.
Toronto is home to more than 2.9 million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, and innovation, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses.
Toronto Public Service consists of approximately 35,771 employees, providing programs and services to Toronto residents, businesses and visitors. Additionally, the City of Toronto has a number of agencies and corporations including the Toronto Police Service, Toronto Public Library and the Toronto Transit Commission, which make up the broader municipal organization.
There are 44 operating divisions and offices providing an extensive level of programs and services. We offer diverse career opportunities across a wide variety of professional, trade, administrative, managerial and other employment roles. The Toronto Public Service has won numerous awards for quality, innovation and efficiency in delivering citizen-focused services. We are proud to have been named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Top Family Friendly Employers and Greater Toronto's Top Employers.
Consider joining the award-winning Toronto Public Service and help us make a difference in a great City!