IT Support Specialist

Overview

Saltworks Technologies is a global leader in advanced industrial desalination and lithium refining. Our innovative machines produce clean water from high-strength industrial discharges and refine lithium to support the energy transition. We offer meaningful and exciting work in a collaborative environment, driven by innovation and problem-solving.

Saltworks is a 2025 Fast50 Company and EY Entrepreneur of the Year award winner – a testament to our growth, financial performance, and positive contributions.

The role

We are seeking an IT Support Specialist to provide hands-on technical support to employees and maintain the day-to-day operations of our IT environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys troubleshooting, working directly with users, and building strong technical foundations, with room to grow. You will manage end-user support and work closely with senior IT staff to escalate and resolve more complex technical issues.

This is an onsite role at our office in Richmond, BC, with limited opportunity for remote work. You must be located in or be willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland.

Responsibilities

• System Administration : Support and maintain Windows and Linux client systems, and assist with server administration under the guidance of senior IT staff. Perform user and device administration within Microsoft 365 and on-premises Active Directory, including account provisioning and access changes. Assist with hardware and software asset management across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
• Network Security : Assist with the configuration and maintenance of networking components such as switches, VPN clients, and general connectivity. Monitor, report, and document network or security-related issues or failures. Escalate security or network concerns to senior IT staff as needed.
• Technical Support : Provide technical support for end-users, including hardware, software, access, and connectivity issues. Troubleshoot and resolve incidents and service requests in accordance with company policies and Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Document issues, resolutions, and escalation steps within the ticketing system. Escalate complex or infrastructure-related issues with clear documentation.
• Project Support : Assist with system upgrades, migrations, and technology deployments. Collaborate with the IT Manager on assigned project tasks, including execution and testing activities. Support rollout and post-implementation validation.

You will be a great fit if you have

The following qualifications are preferred but not required

Why join Saltworks

We have an outstanding team that is passionate about innovation and solving key environmental challenges facing our planet. Join a team pioneering the future of water and lithium. Some of our customers include world-leading electric vehicle makers, semiconductor firms, mining companies, agriculture firms, and more!

We offer

How to apply

If you would like to be a part of a globally recognized team, please submit your resume (cover letters are not required).

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All applications are considered confidential.

Kindly, no recruiters.

Salary : $75,000 to $90,000 per year (negotiable based on your experience, qualifications, and internal equity).

Location : 13800 Steveston Hwy, Richmond, BC V6W 1A8

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