Job Description

Job Title: IT Service Desk Agent

Status: Temporary one year contract

Education Level: Minimum High School Diploma plus up to one year of study in a related field or equivalent level of education

Location(s): Pickering, ON, CA, L1W 4A7

Shifts(s): Days

Travel: None

Deadline to Apply: August 21, 2023

Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow.

Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history.

Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job.

ACCOMMODATIONS

OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made.

NEW CAMPUS: In late 2024, OPG is establishing our new campus at 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario. The new campus will provide a cutting-edge work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation.

JOB OVERVIEW

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for an excellent problem solver and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of IT Service Desk Agent to provide font-line service to end-users on software and hardware related problems.

In this fast paced environment, you will provide level 1 troubleshooting on issues related to hardware/software, server, telecommunications, infrastructure and support in all Microsoft Window Operating Systems (Windows 10, Office 365, Azure). Working out of our IT Service Centre you will provide support to end users in multiple locations such as home, offices and remote offices.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment where you will contribute to Ontario Power Generation\xe2\x80\x99s continued growth and success in being Ontario\xe2\x80\x99s low cost electricity generator of choice.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Diagnoses and troubleshoot technical issues with VPN, Citrix, desktops, laptops, mobile devices, network resources access, MS Office, MS Windows (Windows 10);
• Escalate critical issues to Level 2 agents and Supervisor when necessary;
• Routes contacts to internal and external support groups and follow-up on outstanding tickets and escalations;
• Provides one-on-one instruction on new applications and researches information for users on applications when necessary;
• Completes special projects or tasks assigned by the Supervisor;
• Deliver demonstrations of new software, equipment, and operational procedures, including installation and testing;
• Perform back-ups, organize disk space utilization, maintain archiving and run recovery procedures;
• Develop and maintain records, inventories and systems and all perform clean-up procedures as required;

• Maintain an awareness of current system technology, programming techniques and languages;

EDUCATION

• Minimum High School Diploma plus up to one year of study in a related field or equivalent level of education
• Industry certificates i.e. A+, MCP\xe2\x80\x99s Windows 10 MCSA, HDI & ITIL an asset

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of 2-3 years of inbound IT Help Desk support experience, ideally in a utilities company setting
• Strong understanding of Microsoft 365 and Windows programs;
• Possess strong communication, customer service and interpersonal skills;
• Professional and polished phone manner and office etiquette
• Have a high comfort level with computers and technology;
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills;
• SAP Knowledge and experience using Smart IT are considered an asset;
• Be eligible to work in Canada

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.

What Makes a Career at OPG Different?

As Ontario\xe2\x80\x99s largest clean energy generator, we\xe2\x80\x99re building, expanding, and innovating the equipment and technology that keeps Ontario powered with clean, reliable energy.

At OPG, our values are our strengths. They are fundamental truths about our organization that don\xe2\x80\x99t change:

Safety \xe2\x80\x93 it\xe2\x80\x99s our business
Integrity \xe2\x80\x93 always lead with integrity
Excellence \xe2\x80\x93 never satisfied with good enough
Inclusion \xe2\x80\x93 working together for powerful outcomes
Innovation - creativity accelerates possibility

Here\'s why OPG might just be the ideal workplace for you:

Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide

Long-term career growth and development opportunities

Electricity is vital to the province and OPG\xe2\x80\x99s clean electricity is helping decarbonize other sectors.

Our promise to you:

We care about the safety and the well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.

A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.

Opportunities to stretch and develop.

Offer different ways for you to give back to communities where we operate.

Partner with Indigenous communities and support local businesses.

We support employment equity, diversity and inclusion.

Are you ready to start a career that has the power to electrify life on and off the job? Apply now.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit your application online at by 11:59 PM E.S.T., August 21, 2023 . OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

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Ontario Power Generation