IT Support Specialist - OGELP
About the role
Position Summary JOB DESCRIPTION Reporting to the Manager, IT Support Services, The IT Site Support Specialist plays a critical role in delivering 1st & 2nd level technical support to maintain the smooth operation of technology systems & devices across our entertainment locations & home office. This position is responsible for ensuring adherence to policies & procedures while fostering a safe & welcoming work environment. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise, excellent communication skills, & a commitment to customer satisfaction.
Key Accountabilities Gaming & Guest Systems Support:
- Provide comprehensive support for all back-end Gaming, Hotel & POS systems.
- Support our Gaming Management workstations, peripherals, & Customer-facing devices (ticket redemption, jackpot, cash advance, ATM’s & Marketing kiosks).
- Support various audio/video platforms to ensure optimal performance.
- Manage Crestron & the Samsung Lynk cloud platforms for AV systems.
End User Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution
- Perform initial assessment of service desk requests.
- Perform appropriate troubleshooting for application, system, & network environments.
- Define & resolve IT issues, escalating when required.
- Review & action new & existing tickets in the support queue, escalating when necessary.
- Address user hardware & software issues, including executive support (white glove, on-site, remote, & over-the-phone).
Hardware Support
- Prepare & image new hardware.
- Set up workstations & laptops as needed for new hires.
- Update firmware & perform preventative maintenance on printers.
- Maintain printer supplies, toner, & paper.
- Administer Intune for mobile devices.
- Support Mobile devices, including cell phones & Tablets.
- Install & provide support for VOIP systems.
- Support Meeting Room Devices including support during Conferences & Public Events.
System & Network Administration Tasks
- Perform various O365 admin tasks, including tasks in the O365 Admin Portal, Exchange Admin Center, & Teams Admin Center.
- Manage mailboxes, email groups, & user roles in Active Directory.
- Patch network cables, cross-connect bix panels, & configure data lines to ensure proper VLANs.
Documentation & Knowledge Sharing
- Create knowledge articles & training documentation to empower end users & enhance the support process.
- Maintain a working knowledge of utilized technologies.
- Identify opportunities & propose solutions for continuous improvement in IT processes & technologies.
- Maintain records of investigative, diagnostic, & corrective activities for all IT issues, including hardware & software.
System Deployment & Vendor Coordination
- Perform system deployment activities, including remote or on-site installations.
- Collaborate with vendors & internal resources for the deployment of site-based solutions.
- Collaborate with various vendors for device installation & troubleshooting.
Any Other Duties & Projects
- Performs other duties as assigned or directed.
- Take Service Desk Calls when Required.
- Take part in projects & other initiatives.
- Take part in a 24 hour on Call rotation
Education And Qualifications
- Minimum 2 to 5 years of experience in IT support & customer service
- Azure experience preferred.
- Post-secondary education in IT or a suitable combination of education & experience.
- Customer-centric, personable individual with a passion for IT innovation & a commitment to self-improvement.
- Ability to exceed internal & external customer expectations through timely, effective & positive service-oriented communication.
- Proficiency in MS Office & MS Windows.
- Strong troubleshooting experience in a Microsoft Windows environment, network, workstation& laptop technologies.
- Certifications such as MCSA: Windows 10 & Universal Windows Platform, ITIL, & A+ certifications would be an asset.
- Valid Class G Driver’s License.
About Great Canadian Entertainment
Founded in 1982 as Great Canadian Gaming Corporation, Great Canadian Entertainment is an Ontario- based company that operates gaming, entertainment and hospitality destinations across Ontario, British Columbia, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia. We’re driven by our vision, which is to be the leading gaming, entertainment, and hospitality company in our chosen markets by providing superior entertainment value and exceptional experiences.
Fundamental to the company's culture is its commitment to social responsibility. "Proud of our people, our business, our community" is Great Canadian Entertainment's brand that unifies the company's community, volunteering, and social responsibility efforts. Under the Proud program, Great Canadian Entertainment annually supports hundreds of charitable and non-profit organizations in Canada. In each Canadian gaming jurisdiction, a significant portion of gross gaming revenue from gaming facilities is retained by our Crown partners on behalf of their provincial government for the purpose of supporting programs like healthcare, education, and social services.
Follow us on social media for more:
Facebook: @GRTCanadian Instagram: @GRTCanadian Twitter: @GRTCanadian
IT Support Specialist - OGELP
About the role
Position Summary JOB DESCRIPTION Reporting to the Manager, IT Support Services, The IT Site Support Specialist plays a critical role in delivering 1st & 2nd level technical support to maintain the smooth operation of technology systems & devices across our entertainment locations & home office. This position is responsible for ensuring adherence to policies & procedures while fostering a safe & welcoming work environment. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise, excellent communication skills, & a commitment to customer satisfaction.
Key Accountabilities Gaming & Guest Systems Support:
- Provide comprehensive support for all back-end Gaming, Hotel & POS systems.
- Support our Gaming Management workstations, peripherals, & Customer-facing devices (ticket redemption, jackpot, cash advance, ATM’s & Marketing kiosks).
- Support various audio/video platforms to ensure optimal performance.
- Manage Crestron & the Samsung Lynk cloud platforms for AV systems.
End User Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution
- Perform initial assessment of service desk requests.
- Perform appropriate troubleshooting for application, system, & network environments.
- Define & resolve IT issues, escalating when required.
- Review & action new & existing tickets in the support queue, escalating when necessary.
- Address user hardware & software issues, including executive support (white glove, on-site, remote, & over-the-phone).
Hardware Support
- Prepare & image new hardware.
- Set up workstations & laptops as needed for new hires.
- Update firmware & perform preventative maintenance on printers.
- Maintain printer supplies, toner, & paper.
- Administer Intune for mobile devices.
- Support Mobile devices, including cell phones & Tablets.
- Install & provide support for VOIP systems.
- Support Meeting Room Devices including support during Conferences & Public Events.
System & Network Administration Tasks
- Perform various O365 admin tasks, including tasks in the O365 Admin Portal, Exchange Admin Center, & Teams Admin Center.
- Manage mailboxes, email groups, & user roles in Active Directory.
- Patch network cables, cross-connect bix panels, & configure data lines to ensure proper VLANs.
Documentation & Knowledge Sharing
- Create knowledge articles & training documentation to empower end users & enhance the support process.
- Maintain a working knowledge of utilized technologies.
- Identify opportunities & propose solutions for continuous improvement in IT processes & technologies.
- Maintain records of investigative, diagnostic, & corrective activities for all IT issues, including hardware & software.
System Deployment & Vendor Coordination
- Perform system deployment activities, including remote or on-site installations.
- Collaborate with vendors & internal resources for the deployment of site-based solutions.
- Collaborate with various vendors for device installation & troubleshooting.
Any Other Duties & Projects
- Performs other duties as assigned or directed.
- Take Service Desk Calls when Required.
- Take part in projects & other initiatives.
- Take part in a 24 hour on Call rotation
Education And Qualifications
- Minimum 2 to 5 years of experience in IT support & customer service
- Azure experience preferred.
- Post-secondary education in IT or a suitable combination of education & experience.
- Customer-centric, personable individual with a passion for IT innovation & a commitment to self-improvement.
- Ability to exceed internal & external customer expectations through timely, effective & positive service-oriented communication.
- Proficiency in MS Office & MS Windows.
- Strong troubleshooting experience in a Microsoft Windows environment, network, workstation& laptop technologies.
- Certifications such as MCSA: Windows 10 & Universal Windows Platform, ITIL, & A+ certifications would be an asset.
- Valid Class G Driver’s License.
About Great Canadian Entertainment
Founded in 1982 as Great Canadian Gaming Corporation, Great Canadian Entertainment is an Ontario- based company that operates gaming, entertainment and hospitality destinations across Ontario, British Columbia, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia. We’re driven by our vision, which is to be the leading gaming, entertainment, and hospitality company in our chosen markets by providing superior entertainment value and exceptional experiences.
Fundamental to the company's culture is its commitment to social responsibility. "Proud of our people, our business, our community" is Great Canadian Entertainment's brand that unifies the company's community, volunteering, and social responsibility efforts. Under the Proud program, Great Canadian Entertainment annually supports hundreds of charitable and non-profit organizations in Canada. In each Canadian gaming jurisdiction, a significant portion of gross gaming revenue from gaming facilities is retained by our Crown partners on behalf of their provincial government for the purpose of supporting programs like healthcare, education, and social services.
Follow us on social media for more:
Facebook: @GRTCanadian Instagram: @GRTCanadian Twitter: @GRTCanadian