Posted 10 days ago
Systems Administrator
@ Staples Canada
Richmond Hill, Ontario
Overview
Staples Canada is hiring a senior Systems Administrator to ensure high availability and continuity of technology and infrastructure across multiple Data Centers in Canada. The role covers servers, storage, networking, virtualization, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and cloud resources, with on-call rotation and travel to data centers. Hybrid work with 4 days onsite in Richmond Hill, plus health and dental benefits, RRSP/DPSP, and performance bonuses are offered.
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement and maintain data center equipment
- Build and maintain virtual and physical Windows and Linux servers
- Manage Active Directory, Microsoft 365, DNS and Group Policy
- Automate processes with PowerShell and scripting
- Provide escalation support and on-call rotation
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's in computer science or IT, or 5+ years equivalent experience
- 5+ years server or systems administration
- 5+ years supporting virtualized environments
- HPE Synergy, DL-series and 3PAR experience
- IIS, SFTP/FTP, Infoblox/DNS, SSL and Splunk knowledge
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-27
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-27
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-27
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | IT |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Plant or factory |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Computer Science, Information Technology |
| 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.
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- 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 | 690 |
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Some of what you will do:
Systems Administrator is a Senior position. The recipient will be responsible for high availability and continuity of technology and infrastructure in multiple Data Centers across Canada.
The recipient will have extensive experience in implementing, maintaining and supporting Windows and Linux servers, provisioning storage, and interconnectivity of all Data Centre systems.
The recipient will have strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills as well as be able to adapt to changing, fast-paced and high-pressure work environment.
Specifically, You Will:
- Design, implement and maintain Data Centre equipment including, but not limited to, servers, storage, network switches, and vendor appliances.
- Travel as required to Data Centers to implement, maintain and troubleshoot the environment.
- Build and maintain virtual and physical servers on Windows and Linux platforms.
- Manage and monitor virtual environment using VMware vCenter.
- Create/modify/delete objects and resources in Active Directory, Microsoft 365, DNS management using Infoblox or similar technology/services and Group Policy Objects.
- Build and manage Cloud VM’s and resources.
- Implement and maintain file share services, web services, SFTP/FTP services, SSL certificates.
- Automate and streamline processes using PowerShell, Command Shell and other languages and technologies.
- Provide escalation level support to Help Desk and other departments.
- On-call/after-hours support duties on a rotational basis amongst the team.
Some of what you need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/IT or a related field of study and/or 5 + years of equivalent IT working experience.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a professional server/systems administration role.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience supporting virtualized environments.
- Must have a drive to continually improve and a passion for evolving technology
- HPE Synergy-series blades and chassis, DL-series rack-mount servers, 3PAR storage and knowledge/experience with other comparable brands.
- IIS, SFTP, FTP, InfoBlox/DNS, SSL Certificates and Splunk.
- Ability to work effectively, both independently or as a team member.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer services skills.
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...
We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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