Dowler-Karn
Software Programmer (One-Year Contract position)
Dowler-Karn Limited is a family-owned and operated business since 1943. We are a benchmark industry leader, distributing energy products (Propane, Fuels and MOBIL Lubricants) within Southwestern Ontario including residential, agriculture and commercial customers. Dowler-Karn is currently seeking a high-energy, skilled and committed programming professional, based out of our St. Thomas facility, to support and assist the IT Manager. This is a one-year contract position. Among the current responsibilities of the position include: Key accountabilities include:
Web and mobile app programming using PHP, Code Igniter, JavaScript, Vue.Js, GIT, Grafana, SQL databases, and other tools.
Work in a helpdesk capacity to resolve end-user issues, such as software questions, training, process documentation, software debugging, and so on.
Provide one-on-one end-user support and problem resolution via face-to-face, telephone and other vehicles of communication.
Aid in diagnosing and resolving software issues, as well as minor network problems.
Where necessary, assist with general IT support (password resets, adding users, etc.).
Provide instruction, training, and support for smart phone users (IOS) as needed.
Other duties and project work, as required.
To be considered for this excellent career opportunity within a successful and growing third generation owned family business, interested candidates should have the following qualifications :
College diploma or equivalent work experience in software development.
Preference will be given to applicants with relevant work experience.
Experience with data processing principles, software, databases, and operating systems.
Experience with PHP, JavaScript, GIT, and SQL Server would be considered an asset.
Proficient computer skills in the Microsoft suite of applications (Excel, Word and Outlook).
Experience in supporting desktops, file servers, print servers, virtualization, mobile systems as well as network support would be considered an asset.
Professional, responsive and a positive work attitude is essential.
Quick learner who is detail-oriented with superb problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational and customer service skills.
Self-directed and possess excellent time management skills. This includes the ability to work independently with a strong sense of motivation to succeed.
Ability to produce high quality work while meeting deadlines.
Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record; occasional travel required to other Dowler-Karn branches throughout Southwestern Ontario.
New graduates are welcomed to apply.
This is a dayshift position. Regular hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. However, the successful candidate must be able to work flexible hours due to some travel and after-hours requirements. This is a temporary position; however, it will be re-evaluated after one year with the possibility of extension. Dowler-Karn provides a competitive compensation package.
Dowler-Karn Limited places great importance on serving our employees and customers. As a successful family run business that has been in operation for over 75 years, Dowler-Karn operates based on the core values of service, integrity, and community responsibility. We offer a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package including a vehicle allowance in this role.
To Apply: Interested applicants are directed to submit a resume and covering letter to HR@dowlerkarn.com . Please reference “ Your Name- IT ”. The deadline for consideration is 9:00 a.m., Monday, October 28th, 2019 . To learn more about Dowler-Karn, we encourage you to visit our website at www.dowlerkarn.com or connect with us: Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DowlerKarn?ref=hl You Tube: http://bit.ly/DowlerKarnCustomers
Dowler-Karn is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs throughout all parts of the hiring process. Please note that only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
Software Programmer (One-Year Contract position)
Dowler-Karn Limited is a family-owned and operated business since 1943. We are a benchmark industry leader, distributing energy products (Propane, Fuels and MOBIL Lubricants) within Southwestern Ontario including residential, agriculture and commercial customers. Dowler-Karn is currently seeking a high-energy, skilled and committed programming professional, based out of our St. Thomas facility, to support and assist the IT Manager. This is a one-year contract position. Among the current responsibilities of the position include: Key accountabilities include:
Web and mobile app programming using PHP, Code Igniter, JavaScript, Vue.Js, GIT, Grafana, SQL databases, and other tools.
Work in a helpdesk capacity to resolve end-user issues, such as software questions, training, process documentation, software debugging, and so on.
Provide one-on-one end-user support and problem resolution via face-to-face, telephone and other vehicles of communication.
Aid in diagnosing and resolving software issues, as well as minor network problems.
Where necessary, assist with general IT support (password resets, adding users, etc.).
Provide instruction, training, and support for smart phone users (IOS) as needed.
Other duties and project work, as required.
To be considered for this excellent career opportunity within a successful and growing third generation owned family business, interested candidates should have the following qualifications :
College diploma or equivalent work experience in software development.
Preference will be given to applicants with relevant work experience.
Experience with data processing principles, software, databases, and operating systems.
Experience with PHP, JavaScript, GIT, and SQL Server would be considered an asset.
Proficient computer skills in the Microsoft suite of applications (Excel, Word and Outlook).
Experience in supporting desktops, file servers, print servers, virtualization, mobile systems as well as network support would be considered an asset.
Professional, responsive and a positive work attitude is essential.
Quick learner who is detail-oriented with superb problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational and customer service skills.
Self-directed and possess excellent time management skills. This includes the ability to work independently with a strong sense of motivation to succeed.
Ability to produce high quality work while meeting deadlines.
Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record; occasional travel required to other Dowler-Karn branches throughout Southwestern Ontario.
New graduates are welcomed to apply.
This is a dayshift position. Regular hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. However, the successful candidate must be able to work flexible hours due to some travel and after-hours requirements. This is a temporary position; however, it will be re-evaluated after one year with the possibility of extension. Dowler-Karn provides a competitive compensation package.
Dowler-Karn Limited places great importance on serving our employees and customers. As a successful family run business that has been in operation for over 75 years, Dowler-Karn operates based on the core values of service, integrity, and community responsibility. We offer a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package including a vehicle allowance in this role.
To Apply: Interested applicants are directed to submit a resume and covering letter to HR@dowlerkarn.com . Please reference “ Your Name- IT ”. The deadline for consideration is 9:00 a.m., Monday, October 28th, 2019 . To learn more about Dowler-Karn, we encourage you to visit our website at www.dowlerkarn.com or connect with us: Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DowlerKarn?ref=hl You Tube: http://bit.ly/DowlerKarnCustomers
Dowler-Karn is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs throughout all parts of the hiring process. Please note that only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
Media Sonar Technologies
Do you have demonstrated experience in DevOps tools and technology? Are you an expert resource that can provide insight and recommendations based on industry and technology trends? Do you have a big-picture perspective that encompasses software development, infrastructure and operations? If you answered yes, this is the opportunity for you! Reporting to the VP Development, the DevOps Specialist is responsible for enabling and maintaining continuous build and integration processes and supporting environments, including production. As one of the brilliant minds behind the scalability and performance of our product, you will work to enable the whole engineering team to operate more effectively and iterate at top-speed in an open, collaborative environment. What we’d like you to do:
Apply your knowledge of industry trends and developments to improve the development and maintenance of our applications and systems
Build and maintain DevOps capabilities to support Agile product development
Maintain and improve deployments in MS Azure
Initiate and participate in development and automation projects for both QA and development environments
Implement, maintain and improve application/system monitoring to help identify and improve key performance metrics
Support and manage project application environments
Create, maintain and update documentation for projects, applications and systems
Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, with the ability to match them to the organization’s needs
Demonstrate resourcefulness in troubleshooting and researching solutions independently
Take responsibility for seeing assignments through to completion and ensuring stakeholders are kept informed
Initiate, monitor and maintain vendor relationships
Maintain internal IT infrastructure and practices including: Servers, networking, firewalls, phone systems (PBX & Smartphones), and Service Desk
Provide internal desktop support to Media Sonar personnel, troubleshooting and solving issues in a professional and timely manner
Collaborate closely with Development, Product, Support and Management
Provide after-hours support as required
Other duties as assigned
You should be someone who has/is:
Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
3-5 years of relevant experience in software development and systems administration in a DevOps environment
Demonstrated expertise using and administering Azure Cloud solutions
Experience with service-oriented architectures, data analytics, CI/CD tools and Agile development practices
Knowledge and experience with configuration management tools to assist with infrastructure and application automation
High level of professionalism in all situations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong aptitude for learning new programs or skills
Detail-oriented with ability to prioritize effectively
To Apply: If you are interested in an exciting opportunity and the chance to work with an experienced group in a fun and entrepreneurial technology company, apply with your resume and cover letter at www.mediasonar.com/careers today! We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Media Sonar will provide accommodations to any job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify Human Resources and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all candidates for their interest, however only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls please.
Do you have demonstrated experience in DevOps tools and technology? Are you an expert resource that can provide insight and recommendations based on industry and technology trends? Do you have a big-picture perspective that encompasses software development, infrastructure and operations? If you answered yes, this is the opportunity for you! Reporting to the VP Development, the DevOps Specialist is responsible for enabling and maintaining continuous build and integration processes and supporting environments, including production. As one of the brilliant minds behind the scalability and performance of our product, you will work to enable the whole engineering team to operate more effectively and iterate at top-speed in an open, collaborative environment. What we’d like you to do:
Apply your knowledge of industry trends and developments to improve the development and maintenance of our applications and systems
Build and maintain DevOps capabilities to support Agile product development
Maintain and improve deployments in MS Azure
Initiate and participate in development and automation projects for both QA and development environments
Implement, maintain and improve application/system monitoring to help identify and improve key performance metrics
Support and manage project application environments
Create, maintain and update documentation for projects, applications and systems
Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, with the ability to match them to the organization’s needs
Demonstrate resourcefulness in troubleshooting and researching solutions independently
Take responsibility for seeing assignments through to completion and ensuring stakeholders are kept informed
Initiate, monitor and maintain vendor relationships
Maintain internal IT infrastructure and practices including: Servers, networking, firewalls, phone systems (PBX & Smartphones), and Service Desk
Provide internal desktop support to Media Sonar personnel, troubleshooting and solving issues in a professional and timely manner
Collaborate closely with Development, Product, Support and Management
Provide after-hours support as required
Other duties as assigned
You should be someone who has/is:
Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
3-5 years of relevant experience in software development and systems administration in a DevOps environment
Demonstrated expertise using and administering Azure Cloud solutions
Experience with service-oriented architectures, data analytics, CI/CD tools and Agile development practices
Knowledge and experience with configuration management tools to assist with infrastructure and application automation
High level of professionalism in all situations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong aptitude for learning new programs or skills
Detail-oriented with ability to prioritize effectively
To Apply: If you are interested in an exciting opportunity and the chance to work with an experienced group in a fun and entrepreneurial technology company, apply with your resume and cover letter at www.mediasonar.com/careers today! We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Media Sonar will provide accommodations to any job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify Human Resources and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all candidates for their interest, however only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls please.