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Systems Administrator
Mercuryfilmworks · Ottawa, Ontario, K2H 1B3, Canada · Remote · Active · BambooHR
Job facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company | Mercuryfilmworks |
| Title | Systems Administrator |
| Normalized title | - |
| Department / team | Information Technology |
| Location | Ottawa, Canada |
| Work model | Remote / Remote |
| Employment type | Full Time |
| Salary | - |
| Status | active |
| ATS provider | BambooHR |
| Posted / first seen | 2026-05-27 / 2026-05-30 |
| Changed / last seen | 2026-05-30 / 2026-06-06 |
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Description
Summary
At Mercury Filmworks, our artists and production teams create award-winning animated film and television projects enjoyed by audiences around the world and our IT team plays a critical role in keeping that creativity moving.
We are looking for a Systems Administrator who enjoys solving problems, learning new technologies, and helping people succeed. In this role, you will provide day-to-day technical support to production staff and corporate teams, assisting with workstation deployment, user support, onboarding, hardware and software maintenance, troubleshooting, and supporting both on-site and remote workers.
The ideal candidate is organized, technically curious, customer-service focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment where priorities can shift quickly. This is a hands-on role that offers the opportunity to grow technical skills while supporting the technology behind well known and loved animated productions.
This is a full-time, on-site position based at our Ottawa studio, Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Key Responsibilities
End-User Support & IT Operations
Provide responsive on-site and remote technical support to end-users through the IT ticketing system.
Troubleshoot hardware, software, networking, printing, and peripheral-related issues across Windows, Linux, macOS, and mobile environments.
Diagnose and resolve workstation, laptop, and remote access issues with minimal disruption to production.
Escalate complex issues to senior IT staff when appropriate.
Track, document, and communicate issue resolution progress clearly and professionally.
Workstation & Hardware Management
Deploy, configure, maintain, and upgrade desktop workstations, laptops, monitors, and related peripherals.
Install and maintain operating systems, software applications, drivers, and security updates.
Perform hardware repairs and component replacements including storage devices, memory, graphics cards, cooling systems, and peripherals.
Maintain accurate IT asset inventory and lifecycle tracking records.
Participate in workstation refreshes, hardware rollouts, and infrastructure projects.
User Account Administration
Support onboarding and offboarding processes including account creation, access provisioning, equipment setup, and system access validation.
Assist with management of Active Directory / Entra ID user accounts, permissions, and group memberships.
Support Microsoft 365 services including Teams, Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Production & Data Management
Organize, transfer, archive, and securely store digital production assets as required.
Assist with data integrity, storage management, and secure file-sharing workflows across platforms.
Support remote desktop and virtual workstation technologies used in animation production environments.
Documentation & Security
Create and maintain technical documentation, support procedures, and end-user guides.
Follow and help enforce IT security standards, company policies, and best practices.
Assist with incident response, root cause analysis, and preventative maintenance efforts.
Contribute to maintaining a secure and stable production environment.
Team Collaboration
Work collaboratively with the broader IT team, production departments, and operations staff.
Participate in testing, evaluations, and special projects related to new hardware, software, and workflows.
Perform additional duties as required to support studio operations.
Skills & Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Diploma or post-secondary education in Information Technology, Computer Systems, or a related field.
1–3 years of experience in a technical support, desktop support, or junior systems administration role is an asset.
Working knowledge of:
Windows 11
macOS
Linux environments (CentOS, Rocky Linux, or equivalent)
Experience supporting Microsoft 365 applications and services including:
Outlook
Teams
SharePoint
Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Familiarity with:
Active Directory / Entra ID
Remote desktop technologies such as PCoIP, Teradici, and HP RGS
IT ticketing systems and documentation platforms
Video conferencing tools including Zoom and Microsoft Teams
Diagnosing and repairing workstation hardware issues.
Character traits we need:
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
Self-motivated and collaborative.
Ability to lift and move computer equipment and peripherals as required.
Think of others
Assets/ Nice to Have
Experience supporting animation, VFX, or media production environments.
Familiarity with animation production pipelines and tools.
CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent technical certification.
Experience with asset management and archival workflows.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally if required.
Work Environment
Hybrid office and remote support environment.
Fast-paced production studio supporting multiple concurrent animation projects.
Occasional after-hours or weekend support may be required during production deadlines or maintenance windows.
What Success Looks Like in This Role
Technical issues are resolved quickly and professionally with minimal disruption to production.
New employees are onboarded efficiently and fully operational on day one.
Systems, workstations, and user environments remain stable, secure, and well-documented.
Communication with users is clear, respectful, and solution-focused.
The IT team is viewed as reliable, collaborative, and proactive in supporting studio operations.
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| First Seen At | 2026-05-30 05:40:22Z |
| Last Seen At | 2026-06-06 10:21:06Z |
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