Computer Technician

COMPUTER TECHNICIAN

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must comply with all employment criteria legally established by the Lee County Board of Education
2. A high school diploma or General Education Development (GED) and one of the following:
3. 1. • Completion of 48 semester hours at an accredited college or university; OR
      • An associate or higher degree from an accredited college or university with at least 64 semester hours of study or two years of coursework; OR
      • Receipt of a passing score on the ACT WorkKeys Assessment
4. Knowledge of general Switch and Router configuration.
5. Possess the ability to use effective interpersonal communication techniques including proficient oral and written communication skills.
6. Demonstrated aptitude for successful completion of the assigned task
7. Must be experienced in troubleshooting computers and installing hardware and software
8. Must be able to install and terminate CAT5e cabling and have basic networking knowledge
9. Valid Alabama driver license reliable transportation and evidence of insurance.
10. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Background Check Required: (HB 402 ACT 99361 Alabama Legislature) Upon offer of employment employees will be required to submit legible fingerprints for a background review by the Alabama Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation

REPORTS TO: Technology Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

JOB GOAL: To perform technical tasks and provide support for the technology infrastructure to support the needs of the Lee County School System.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Applicable to All Employees:

• Attend on a regular and predictable basis.
• Complete assigned tasks in a safe manner and in a constant state of alertness.
• Uphold Board policies including the antiharassment program.
• Work in a cooperative manner with students teachers staff supervisors and the public.
• Work effectively and efficiently under time and productivity standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUCNTIONS:

1. Computer technician duties to include but not limited to the following:

• Evaluate technology equipment to determine repair/replacement needs and make recommendations
• Efficiently use resources available to district to maintain optimal technology tools for students and staff
• Configure and install technology equipment ordered by the schools and other support facilities
• Upgrade and maintain technology equipment at the school facilities
• Maintain software to ensure security and functionality
• Respond efficiently to support request by staff members
• Support and troubleshoot school communication and emergency software and hardware as needed.
• Install support and maintain connections of network equipment in the school facilities

1. Office duties to include but not limited to the following:

• Respond to requests for support both in person and remotely
• Maintain technology equipment and service areas to ensure efficiency and functionality
• Assist in maintaining and organizing inventory of technology equipment at the schools and technology center
• Assist with the shipping and receiving of parts
• Assist with the filing and maintaining inventory records and warranties.
• Perform any other pertinent assignment to assist in the efficiency and effectiveness of the Technology Department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee frequently is required to stand walk sit and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds frequently lift and/or move up to 55 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision and color vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and extreme heat. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions moving mechanical parts extreme cold risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS: While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to compare analyze communicate coordinate instruct compute synthesize evaluate use interpersonal skills and compile. Occasionally required to copy and negotiate.

WORK SCHEDULE: The work day shall be established by the supervisorbut shall not exceed 7.5 hours per day excluding hour for a duty free lunch unless other arrangements are made by the supervisor.

EMPLOYMENT: This is a 12month position 7.5 hours per day. Board approved salary schedule.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Boards policy on evaluation of support personnel.

Required Experience:

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