Information Technology Service Technician

Parksville - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Qualicum School District

Qualicum School District is centrally situated on east Vancouver Island and covers the area of Nanoose Bay to Bowser and spans from Errington across the Strait of Georgia to Lasqueti Island. We serve a student population of approximately 4700 students. Qualicum School District consists of eight elementary schools (Grades K-7) two secondary schools (Grade 8-12) an alternate school (PASS/Woodwinds) and a Distributed Learning program to support home-learning families called the Collaborative Education Alternative Program (CEAP). False Bay School on Lasqueti Island is entirely off-grid with an immense solar project recently completed. Qualicum School District also embraces many community organizations through various school programs. The areas natural beauty never-ending beaches mild climate and small-town charm make it a popular tourist destination and a great opportunity to have a career in paradise.

JOB TITLE: Information Technology Services Technician Level 2

JOB FUNCTION: Installs supports and maintains computer systems networks and equipment including but not limited to databases directory services network security device management network infrastructure communication. Provides computer and devices support technical assistance development and training on systems applications and report processing to end users. Analyzes and tests existing systems defines user requirements and specifications. Recommends monitors supports and revises projects and provides technical information and IT expertise.

REPORTING TO: District Principal of Information Technology

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:

1. Examples Plans designs installs and maintains technology systems and databases. (Wireless LAN & WAN networking communication platforms & hardware cloud services servers & backups end user devices & peripherals)

2. Designs programs and maintains custom software solutions.

3. Performs database administration functions to ensure information integrity.

4. Liaises with ministries district managers school administrators site contacts and outside agencies on technical and software issues.

5. Analyses and evaluates existing or proposed computer and network systems and user requirements for the collection processing analysis and reporting of data and information.

6. Conducts needs assessment to define user requirements for modifications to existing systems and design of new systems and procedures.

7. Conducts problem analysis and proposes solutions. Prepares detailed program specifications for approved systems projects. Monitors quality of systems products and resources. Revises and corrects issues.

8. Develops and maintains documentation and instruction manuals. Provides training and communicates complex IT concepts.

9. Installs and applies tools and procedures to measure system performance. Recommends or takes appropriate action.

10. Writes custom scripts applications using various programming languages.

11. Ensures compliance with privacy policy and legislation by providing solutions on IT system security including firewalls anti-virus user rights and disaster recovery.

12. Provides input on technology strategies plans standards service-level agreements and training requirements. Proposes modifications to existing systems and/or design of new solutions.

REQUIRED ABILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Grade 12.

2. Bachelors degree in computer science or computer engineering (equivalent to 4 years post-secondary education in IT related field).

3. 4 years recent experience in systems analysis application and systems programming.

4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

5. Remaining current in the field.

6. Work independently with minimal supervision as well as working as part of a team.

7. BC Class 5 Drivers License.

Additional Information:

This position is 40.00 hours per week 12 months per year. This position would have a full benefits package and enrollment in a defined pension plan.

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For further information please contact Denise Kinney Human Resources Assistant ator . We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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About Qualicum School District Qualicum School District is centrally situated on east Vancouver Island and covers the area of Nanoose Bay to Bowser and spans from Errington across the Strait of Georgia to Lasqueti Island. We serve a student population of approximately 4700 students. Qualicum School ...