Posted 9 days ago
UNIX Midrange Support Specialist
@ Systematix
Regina, Saskatchewan
Overview
Systematix is hiring a UNIX Midrange Support Specialist on a contract basis for onsite work in Regina, Saskatchewan, from November 30, 2026 to December 31, 2027. The role involves hands-on Linux and AIX server configuration, administration and operational support within a large enterprise infrastructure environment. Standard hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with adjusted hours possible, normally not exceeding 40 hours per week. Pay is $45 to $75 per hour depending on level.
Responsibilities:
- Configure, administer and maintain Linux and AIX midrange servers
- Monitor server health, capacity, performance and availability
- Investigate incidents and support service restoration
- Perform patching, updates and controlled configuration changes
- Coordinate with storage, backup and networking teams
Requirements summary:
- Practical experience with Linux and/or IBM AIX midrange servers
- Ability to troubleshoot configuration, OS, performance and availability issues
- Understanding of enterprise incident management and controlled changes
- Clear technical documentation and communication skills
- Onsite availability in Regina, Saskatchewan
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-01
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-10
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | IT |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
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| Field | Value |
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| Open jobs on Jobsy | 5 |
Systematix is currently seeking a UNIX Midrange Support Specialist to provide hands-on Linux and AIX server configuration, administration, and operational support within a large enterprise infrastructure environment. The position supports the availability, stability, security, and performance of critical midrange server platforms.
ABOUT THE PROJECT
The assignment supports enterprise midrange server operations in Regina, with an emphasis on Linux and IBM AIX infrastructure. The successful consultant will work with infrastructure teams to administer server environments, investigate technical issues, and support routine maintenance and platform improvements.
The role is hands-on and operational. Familiarity with enterprise storage, Azure-hosted Linux infrastructure, and backup technology would be valuable when collaborating across infrastructure functions.
ABOUT THE RESPONSIBILITIES
Configure, administer, and maintain Linux and AIX midrange servers.
Monitor server health, capacity, performance, availability, and operating-system events.
Investigate incidents, troubleshoot operating-system and infrastructure issues, and support service restoration.
Perform routine maintenance, patching, updates, and configuration changes using established change processes.
Support server builds, provisioning, upgrades, migrations, and decommissioning activities as assigned.
Assist with system access, configuration baselines, operational security controls, and remediation activities.
Coordinate with storage, backup, networking, application, and infrastructure support teams to resolve dependencies.
Support storage connectivity and backup/recovery activities in collaboration with specialist teams.
Maintain clear documentation of configurations, procedures, incidents, changes, and troubleshooting outcomes.
Contribute to operational improvements, repeatable procedures, and knowledge sharing.
Participate in scheduled maintenance or adjusted working hours when required.
REQUIREMENTS –
Must-have
Practical experience configuring and administering midrange servers running Linux and/or IBM AIX, as required by the RFS.
Ability to troubleshoot server configuration, operating-system, performance, and availability issues.
Working understanding of enterprise infrastructure operations, incident management, and controlled technical changes.
Clear technical documentation, communication, and collaborative problem-solving skills.
Ability to work onsite in Regina, Saskatchewan, and accommodate occasional adjusted work hours.
REQUIREMENTS –
Nice-to-have
SAN/NAS storage experience, particularly IBM SVC and NetApp.
Experience with Azure Linux hosts and Azure storage.
Experience with Veritas NetBackup.
Familiarity with shell scripting, operational automation, monitoring, and patch management.
Exposure to virtualization, enterprise backup and recovery practices, and hybrid infrastructure.
Relevant Linux, AIX, Azure, or infrastructure certifications.
Previous experience supporting large or regulated enterprise environments.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Position: UNIX Midrange Support Specialist
Location: Regina, Saskatchewan — onsite
Planned Start Date: November 30, 2026
Planned End Date: December 31, 2027
Duration: Approximately 13 months
Work Schedule: Generally, Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; adjusted hours may be required, normally not exceeding 40 hours per week.PAY DISCLOSURE
UNIX Midrange Support Specialist:
Junior - $45–$60 CAD per hour
Intermediate - $65-$75 per hour
Compensation will reflect relevant Linux/AIX experience, technical capabilities, and the requirements of the assignment.AI DISCLOSURE
Systematix may use artificial intelligence (AI) or other automated tools to support parts of the recruitment process. No automated tools make hiring decisions.ABOUT SYSTEMATIX
Systematix is one of Canada’s largest privately owned national consulting and resourcing firms, providing consulting and staffing services across public and private sectors.
Systematix. Results Focused. People Driven.
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