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American Iron and Metal

Recycles ferrous and non-ferrous metals for industry

IT Field Operations Specialist

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Montreal, QC, Canada
In PersonFrequent travel between AIM sites is required.
IT OperationsIT Service Desk & End User Support

About the job

Requirements
  • Four to five years of experience in IT technical support or field computer support, ideally in an industrial or multisite environment.
  • Strong knowledge of Windows environments, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and cloud applications.
  • Practical experience with network equipment, including switches, routers, firewalls, and access points.
  • Good understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, VLAN, VPN, WAN/LAN, and Wi-Fi troubleshooting.
  • Proficiency with remote support tools such as RDP, TeamViewer, and LogMeIn, and ticketing systems such as Ivanti and ServiceNow.
  • A valid driver's license and availability for frequent travel are required.
  • Fluency in French and English is required.
Responsibilities
  • Provide on-site technical support to employees in offices, plants, sorting centers, and other AIM facilities.
  • Diagnose and resolve issues involving workstations, printers, enterprise software, endpoint equipment, and local network connectivity.
  • Deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot IT equipment, network devices, and IT infrastructure.
  • Participate in IT projects such as system migrations, network upgrades, site openings, and equipment deployments.
  • Perform on-site network troubleshooting, including LAN, WLAN, and VPN configurations.
  • Assist with configuring switches and routers under the supervision of senior engineers.
  • Ensure optimal connectivity and performance of wired and wireless networks.
  • Document incidents, solutions, and network changes in the ticketing system.
  • Collaborate with Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 support teams to ensure service continuity and quality.
  • Travel regularly among AIM sites to provide in-person technical support, perform system maintenance, and resolve network issues.
  • Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction in a bilingual environment.
Desired Qualifications
  • Knowledge of network monitoring tools such as PRTG and SolarWinds.
  • Interest in industrial environments and varied technical challenges.

About the company

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American Iron and Metal

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American Iron & Metal (AIM) recycles ferrous and non-ferrous scrap into metal products for industrial markets, alongside auto-parts sales and vehicle recycling. Its divisions also provide demolition, decommissioning, site remediation, and construction-waste recovery services. It sources scrap from manufacturers, other industrial businesses, and the public, who can deliver it to AIM facilities, and sells recovered metals to customers worldwide. The product range includes processed aluminum and copper pieces, and its divisions share resources and expertise across different stages of material recovery. Founded in Montreal in 1936, the family-run parent company says its head office is in Montreal, Quebec.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Montreal, Canada

Founded

1936

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What believers are saying

  • Operations extend internationally: AIM reports more than 135 locations worldwide, compared with Radius's nearly 100 North American sites.
  • Management paths start at entry level: AIM's careers page describes several leaders advancing from their first jobs.
  • Long service receives recognition: AIM's April 2026 update highlighted employees with more than 20 years at the company.

What critics are saying

  • Account work starts in the yard: AIM's entry-level track combines yard training with pricing, negotiation and client analysis.
  • Safety roles span multiple sites: AIM's environmental coordinator handles permits, inspections, dust, radiation and incident investigations.
  • Crane operators carry safety responsibilities: AIM's roles combine loading and unloading with daily equipment inspections.

What makes American Iron and Metal unique

  • The group also makes assembly materials: AIM Solder manufactures tin-lead and lead-free solder alongside the recycling business.
  • Industrial supply adds another business: AIM's Minesource sells customized products for industrial and mining customers.
  • Precious-metal recovery uses laboratory testing: AIM's Honeycomb analyzes material to measure its precious-metal content.

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