2023-2024 Computer Technician Jobs

JOB TITLE: Computer Technician

LOCATION: Yazoo City Central Office

SALARY: $25,000-$45,000

WORK DAYS: 230 Days - 12 Month Employee

REPORT TO: Executive Director of Instruction, Professional Learning, & Technology

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Computer Technician is responsible for the on-going monitoring, maintenance, and administration of networked and standalone computing systems. Systems range from stand-alone PC applications, to minicomputers, to Local Area Networks (LANs) with many users. The Computer Technician serves as the technical support professional for their designated areas. The Computer Technician will also provide assistance ranging from installing new equipment, solving operating system problems, and troubleshooting PC-based systems.

The Computer Technician is primarily responsible for installing and configuring hardware and software, establishing connectivity with the network, installing and connecting devices (projectors, interactive boards, printers, etc), pc repair and maintenance, printer repair and maintenance, and providing technical support to users.

As a computer technician you must be well-versed in computer systems and network functions. The ideal candidate will be able to work diligently and accurately and will possess a great problem-solving ability in order to fix issues and ensure functionality.

The common everyday tasks of performing the job's responsibilities require the following physical demands: climbing ladders, lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; periodic work in tight areas, and significant fine finger dexterity.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews repair requests, decides the level of service required, and exercises judgment in continuing with the service or forwarding requests to supervisor.
• Repair devices such as personal computers, and printers.
• Perform other related work as required.
• Assembles computer-related equipment according to written instructions and/or diagrams.
• Monitors performance of equipment and makes necessary adjustments to guarantee maximum performance.
• Installs, replaces and repairs electronic components of computer equipment.
• Operates a work-order tracking system to receive user requests
• Modifies and upgrades units as defined by supervisor such as installing additional memory and upgrading operating systems

JOB EXPECTATIONS:

• Must able to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to give oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using computer equipment.
• Must be able to inspect items for proper length, width and shape.
• Must be able to exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 5 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• Must be able to apply rational systems to solve practical problems
• Must be able to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.
• Must be able to communicate by telephone
• Must be able to read a wide range of correspondence, technical manuals, etc.
• Must be able to operate a variety of computing equipment and tools including but not limited to computers, scanners, computer software, computer hardware, etc.
• Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
• Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with persons acting under stress.
• Must be able to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving instructions, assignments or directions from superiors.
• Must be able to speak to people with poise, voice control, and confidence.
• Requires the ability to talk and hear: (Talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words. Hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED or High School Equivalency Diploma); and Four (4) years of directly related experience
• An Associate's Degree from an accredited two-year college in computer science, data processing, business information systems, or a related field; and 2 years directly related experience

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Interested individuals who meet minimum requirements should apply online at www.masd.k12.ms.us.

Questions concerning this vacancy announcement should be directed to:

Dr. Sametra Brown, Executive Director of Human Capital and Talent Management

Mississippi Achievement School District

662-746-2125

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

We are accepting applications on a rolling basis. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by phone.

***The Mississippi Achievement School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer***