Posted 11 days ago
ISeries Systems Administrator
@ Staples Canada
Richmond Hill, Ontario
Overview
Staples Canada is hiring an iSeries Systems Administrator to support its IBM iSeries (AS/400) servers. The role covers daily operations, upgrades, patching, security and performance tuning, with after-hours support. The posting requires 5 to 10 years of IBM i experience and offers a hybrid schedule with 4 days onsite in Richmond Hill.
Responsibilities:
- Lead IBM i upgrade, patching and technology implementation projects
- Install cumulative PTFs and upgrade packages with the hosting partner
- Set up Robot job scheduling and production promotion
- Maintain security, performance tuning and after-hours support
Requirements summary:
- 5 to 10 years supporting IBM i systems
- Degree in computer science or engineering with relevant experience
- Experience with IBM i v7.3 or above
- Experience with Robot Suites, MIMIX and Patrick Townsend setup
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-26
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-26
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-26
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | IT |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Computer Science, Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Employee discount |
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Staples Canada
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Full company description
At Staples Canada, we’re redefining what EASY means for today’s world. From tech to tools to expert support, we help Canadians crush their to-do lists and get back to what really matters. Whether you're working, learning, or doing a bit of both, we make it all feel effortless. We’re your dedicated partner in productivity – offering curated solutions, expert advice, and services that simplify the everyday, Staples is where smart meets streamlined. Headquartered in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Staples Canada has proudly served Canadians for over 30 years. With 11,000+ associates and nearly 300 stores, corporate offices, and distribution centres, we’re deeply rooted in communities from coast to coast. Explore more at www.staples.ca or follow us @StaplesCanada.
- LinkedIn followers
- 77,889
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 4,333
- Reported office locations
- 6 Staples Avenue, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 4W3, CA
- Other recorded names
- Staples Canada
- Staples
- Specialties
- Ink & Toner
- Paper
- Office Supplies
- School Supplies
- Cleaning & Facilities
- Technology & Electronics
- Mailing
- Shipping & Packing
- Small Business
- Arts & Crafts
- Tech Services
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At Staples Canada, we’re redefining what EASY means for today’s world. From tech to tools to expert support, we help Canadians crush their to-do lists and get back to what really matters. Whether you're working, learning, or doing a bit of both, we make it all feel effortless. We’re your dedicated partner in productivity – offering curated solutions, expert advice, and services that simplify the everyday, Staples…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Richmond Hill, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Ink & TonerPaperOffice SuppliesSchool SuppliesCleaning & FacilitiesTechnology & ElectronicsMailingShipping & PackingSmall BusinessArts & Crafts |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 689 |
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Some of what you will do:
This role is to support Staples Canada’s IBM iSeries (AS/400) servers. You will work with our vendor / partners, be responsible for the daily operations of our systems, maintain maximum availability of our IBM iSeries servers.
Specifically, You Will:
- Lead projects associated to the enhancement upgrade / patching, or implementation of new or existing technology solutions on IBM I
- Work with hosting partner, install of cumulative PTFs and upgrade packages
- Setup Robot job scheduling and production promotion
- Maintain and upgrade third party vendor software on IBM I
- Setup, maintain and monitor IBM I security as per Security group requirement
- Conduct performance tuning and troubleshooting
- Maintain compliance to all IT policies and procedures
- Provide after hour support to address critical business and / or IT issues
Some of what you need:
- 5 – 10 years of experience supporting IBM I systems as system engineer / system administrator
- Degree in computer science or engineering with relevant work experience
- Experience in IBM I v7.3 or above, including applying PTFs, OS upgrades, Backup and Restore, security management and printer queue setup
- Third Party Vendor Software Upgrades
- Experience in Robot Suites (Schedule, Console, Alert, Network etc), MIMIX configuration, Patrick Townsend setup
- Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio etc.)
Physical demands/working conditions:
Office environment – Hybrid, with 4 days onsite in Richmond Hill, subject to the hybrid policy.
Some of what you will get:
Associate discount
Health and Dental benefits
RRSP/DPSP
Performance bonuses
Learning & Development programs
And more...
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