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Help Desk

Altis Recruitment

Ottawa, Ontario

Help Desk

Altis Recruitment

Ottawa, Ontario
 
Salary: From $30 to $35 per Hour
 

Location: Ottawa, ON, On-site (5 days per week)
Language: Strong written and spoken English communication required
Duration: 2–3 month contract, with potential for extension


About the Opportunity
Our client, a global organization operating across multiple regions and industries, is seeking a hands-on IT Help Desk Analyst to support on-site technical operations at their Ottawa location. This role is critical in ensuring seamless day-to-day IT support while contributing to ongoing hardware upgrades and system improvements.

You’ll work closely with a distributed IT team, supporting both end users and Level 1 service desk teams. This is a highly practical, people-facing role where your ability to take initiative, communicate clearly, and deliver strong customer service will directly impact operational efficiency and user experience.


What’s in it for You
This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact, on-site role where your work will be immediately visible and valued. You’ll gain hands-on experience with hardware deployment, system upgrades, and enterprise IT support, all within a collaborative and supportive environment. Training and onboarding will be provided directly by leadership to set you up for success.


Your Responsibilities

  • You’ll provide Level 2 technical support, assisting both end users and the Level 1 service desk team with escalated issues
  • In this role, you’ll handle hands-on tasks such as imaging devices, deploying equipment, and configuring workstations for new hires
  • You’ll support ongoing hardware refresh initiatives, including upgrading and replacing legacy systems
  • You’ll troubleshoot hardware, software, and peripheral issues in a timely and customer-focused manner
  • You’ll ensure on-site IT operations run smoothly, stepping in to resolve issues quickly and efficiently

Skills and Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in Level 2 IT support or a similar hands-on technical role
  • Strong experience with device imaging, hardware deployment, and desktop support
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues independently
  • Strong communication skills with a customer-first mindset
  • Ability to take initiative and work in a fast-paced, on-site environment
  • Previous experience mentoring or supporting junior team members is an asset

Why Partner with Altis
If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.



We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.

We are committed to hiring military and Veteran spouses and encourage you to identify your connection with the MSEN when reaching out to us or applying to any of our open roles.

 

Have questions or want to learn more about us? We would love to hear from you!

 

majella.de.freitas@altis.com

 

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About Altis Recruitment

Welcome on behalf on the Altis Recruitment team! Altis has a long-standing business relationship with the Defence community. For more than 30 years, we have been grateful to work alongside the Department of National Defence and countless military professionals. We know that family members of military personnel often make many personal sacrifices to support their loved ones. We understand that it can be difficult to pursue a career when embracing sudden changes like relocation and deployment. For some, this has meant putting a pause on career goals or professional development. We would like to provide you with everything you need for a successful and confident job search – in addition to access to job opportunities. Download the checklists our experts have created to help you be at your best from application to interview.