Description
Posting # S392-24/25
August 13, 2024
Temporary Computer Technician 1 (8 hours/day)
September 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025
Internal/External
Summary
Under the direction, supervision and evaluation of the Secretary Treasurer/Designate, the Computer Technician 1 is responsible for the network maintenance and upgrading of the wide area and local area networks within the District schools and other facilities. The Computer Technician 1 is the immediate contact for any problems related to School District networks and the operation of the Provincial Learning Network (PLN). The installation, maintenance and upgrading of all networks and computers in the District is to be guided by the Computer Technician 1, and such tasks are to be conducted independently or with the assistance of a supervised technician.
Duties
Maintains, installs and guides the functioning of the technology infrastructure within the School District
Repairs, maintains and configures School District computers and related equipment including installing hardware and software
Directsandrepairsorperformssuchrepairs,includingpreventativemaintenanceactivities,onnetwork components and computer in the School District
Guides a process for the selection and evaluation of new hardware and is a resource as to how software can be utilized in the District
Coordinates with the Principal, Special Education, Student Learning and Technology, the setting of budgetary expenditures related to the installation and maintenance of networks and computers in the School District and initiates the purchase orders related to that established budget
Administers a work order system based on requests and needs generated in the School District
Administers an inventory system for all networks and computer needs, including information related to security and user protocols
Assures that the Computer Technology workshop areas is a safe work environment
Maintains the stores of hardware and software necessary for installations and repairs in the School District and advises the Principal, Special Education, Student Learning and Technology of any needs pertinent to networks and computers
Maintains and records the work logs related to the position and supervised assistants
Performs all duties with a level of interpersonal skills appropriate to the position
Maintains the confidentiality of sensitive information seen or heard
May be required to perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Principal, Special Education, Student Learning and Technology
Required Qualifications
Grade 12 education or equivalent
Certification in Microsoft products (MSCE, MCP)
Up to one year of post-secondary training in computer technology or equivalent experience
Up to two years of successful experience working with PC computers in business, industry or School District setting
Demonstrated skills related to computer hardware, knowledge of all Windows based operating systems and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Demonstrated problem solving skills and the ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
Ability to work with limited supervision and ability to use judgment when providing information
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communications skills
Willing to work flexible hours up to a 40 hour work week
Valid BC drivers license in good standing
WHMIS certification
Willingness to upgrade skills on the job and by attending in-service training
Physically capable of performing the duties of the position
This position is included in the Central Coast Non-Teaching Staff Association with a starting wage of $30.33 per hour. Non-qualified applicants will be remunerated at the Computer Technician 2 rate of $25.81 per hour. A successful Criminal Record Check must be completed prior to acceptance of employment.
Applications containing details of education, relevant experience and references are bring accepted until filled and should be submitted to:
Jeanne Saulnier
Secretary Treasurer
PO Bag 130, Hagensborg, BC V0T 1H0
Phone: (250) 982-2691 Fax: (250) 982-2319
