Job Description
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Req ID: 28231
Vacancy Type: Temporary
Contract Duration: September - December, 2026
Number of Positions: 8
Closing Date: 05/27/2026
To be considered for this competition, applicants must be enrolled in a recognized post‑secondary co-op program and be eligible to complete a Work Term during the specified period. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Proof of enrolment in a related program must be uploaded when completing the application.
Job Summary
Working for the City means you are part of something big, something special!! You will be part for a team of engaging, enthusiastic and dedicated people that are committed to collaborating with one another to deliver on our commitment to the residents, visitors and businesses of Mississauga.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities towards TECH HUB/Departmental Support:
Under the direction of the Supervisor, IT Departmental Support in the Information Technology division, the successful candidate will perform the following functions
Provide front line Help Desk support at the Tech Hub counter
Resolve support calls from clients and update data into Help Desk database
Triage assigned support calls and client inquiries at the 2nd level and dispatch calls to other support teams as necessary
Imaging and Deployment of PC to support PC Replacement
Participate in PC Life Cycle and IT Asset Management processes
Perform other duties as required
Responsibilities towards Service Desk:
Under the general direction of the Supervisor, Information Technology Service Desk, the successful candidate will
Provide front line Help Desk Call Centre telephone support
Process voicemail and email requests for support
Log support calls from clients and enter appropriate data into Help Desk database
Keep employees and management updated with respect to the current status of the corporate network and enterprise applications and systems through web postings and e-mail notifications
Provide general assistance to Information Technology staff including following up on requests for information/action
Perform other duties as required
Skills and Qualifications
Must be enrolled in a post-secondary Information Technology program
Must be familiar with a wide variety of software including: Microsoft Windows 10, Microsoft Windows 7,Apple OS X, Microsoft Offi ce (Word, Excel, Power Point) and enterprise email systems such as MicrosoftOutlook
Hardware knowledge should include personal computers and peripherals such as network printers,scanners, digital cameras, mobile devices such as iPhones
Hands on experience with Microsoft Active Directory, networking, client/server and web-based architecturesand PC maintenance/repair is an asset
Mobile Device Management experience is an asset
Should have exceptional customer service skills with a commitment to service excellence, quality and clientcommunication
Must have the ability to attend various City sites Occasional bending and lifting of equipment of up to 40 lbs is required
The Hardware Support Services team (3 out of the 5 hires) will be required to have access to a vehicle to travel to various City sites
Hourly Rate/Salary: 20.29 - 24.11
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Civic Centre
Work Model : This is an on-site role requiring presence in the office five days per week
Organization Unit: CPS/Desktop Services
Department/Division/Section: CPS/Corporate Services Dept , CPS/IT Division , Client Computing & Support Services
Non-Union/Union: Non Union
The City of Mississauga may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in sourcing candidates for some positions, however, it is not being used for screening, assessing, or selecting candidates.
We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online.
All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.
Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion .
Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please complete the following Accommodation Request Form and have it emailed to [email protected] citing the Job ID and Job Title. This will inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.
Req ID: 28231
Vacancy Type: Temporary
Contract Duration: September - December, 2026
Number of Positions: 8
Closing Date: 05/27/2026
To be considered for this competition, applicants must be enrolled in a recognized post‑secondary co-op program and be eligible to complete a Work Term during the specified period. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Proof of enrolment in a related program must be uploaded when completing the application.
Job Summary
Working for the City means you are part of something big, something special!! You will be part for a team of engaging, enthusiastic and dedicated people that are committed to collaborating with one another to deliver on our commitment to the residents, visitors and businesses of Mississauga.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities towards TECH HUB/Departmental Support:
Under the direction of the Supervisor, IT Departmental Support in the Information Technology division, the successful candidate will perform the following functions
Provide front line Help Desk support at the Tech Hub counter
Resolve support calls from clients and update data into Help Desk database
Triage assigned support calls and client inquiries at the 2nd level and dispatch calls to other support teams as necessary
Imaging and Deployment of PC to support PC Replacement
Participate in PC Life Cycle and IT Asset Management processes
Perform other duties as required
Responsibilities towards Service Desk:
Under the general direction of the Supervisor, Information Technology Service Desk, the successful candidate will
Provide front line Help Desk Call Centre telephone support
Process voicemail and email requests for support
Log support calls from clients and enter appropriate data into Help Desk database
Keep employees and management updated with respect to the current status of the corporate network and enterprise applications and systems through web postings and e-mail notifications
Provide general assistance to Information Technology staff including following up on requests for information/action
Perform other duties as required
Skills and Qualifications
Must be enrolled in a post-secondary Information Technology program
Must be familiar with a wide variety of software including: Microsoft Windows 10, Microsoft Windows 7,Apple OS X, Microsoft Offi ce (Word, Excel, Power Point) and enterprise email systems such as MicrosoftOutlook
Hardware knowledge should include personal computers and peripherals such as network printers,scanners, digital cameras, mobile devices such as iPhones
Hands on experience with Microsoft Active Directory, networking, client/server and web-based architecturesand PC maintenance/repair is an asset
Mobile Device Management experience is an asset
Should have exceptional customer service skills with a commitment to service excellence, quality and clientcommunication
Must have the ability to attend various City sites Occasional bending and lifting of equipment of up to 40 lbs is required
The Hardware Support Services team (3 out of the 5 hires) will be required to have access to a vehicle to travel to various City sites
Hourly Rate/Salary: 20.29 - 24.11
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Civic Centre
Work Model : This is an on-site role requiring presence in the office five days per week
Organization Unit: CPS/Desktop Services
Department/Division/Section: CPS/Corporate Services Dept , CPS/IT Division , Client Computing & Support Services
Non-Union/Union: Non Union
The City of Mississauga may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in sourcing candidates for some positions, however, it is not being used for screening, assessing, or selecting candidates.
We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online.
All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.
Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion .
Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please complete the following Accommodation Request Form and have it emailed to [email protected] citing the Job ID and Job Title. This will inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.
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