Sub Computer Technician

CLASS TITLE: COMPUTER MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:

Perform a variety of skilled and technical duties related to the installation repair alteration and maintenance of microcomputers computers printers and other peripheral equipment; train District personnel in use of microcomputers and related software operation.

BASIC REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Implement all rules and regulations policies and administrative guidelines as adopted by the Board of Education.

• Perform a variety of skilled and technical duties related to the installation repair alteration and maintenance of microcomputers computers printers and other peripheral equipment; schedule repairs or installations.

• Develop and conduct one-on-one and group training of District personnel in use of microcomputers and related software.

• Inspect isolate and diagnose system malfunctions and determine appropriate repair procedures; replace defective parts and restore to proper operation of equipment; analyze and resolve general software malfunctions.

• Develop and maintain cable location diagrams for local area networks device sharing and computer terminals.

• Install microcomputer hardware systems and software including upgrades and enhancements.

• Perform preventive maintenance on printers including cleaning lubricating adjusting mechanical parts and checking cables and connectors as necessary; dust circuit boards and disk drives.

• Install mainframe equipment including terminals printers and modems; determine appropriate location for installation; install cables and connect devices and test device for proper operation.

• Maintain and repair data terminals and a variety of data communications equipment including multiplexer equipment span equipment modems and interfacing equipment.

• Move equipment to new locations as requested; reroute and install communication cables for new location; test system to assure proper operation.

• Perform component level equipment repair; remove defective components and replace and initiate test procedures according to established procedures; locate and request replacement components.

• Operate multimeters oscilloscopes signal injectors and digital logic probes to test circuiting by signal injection method; operate hand tools protocol analyzers floppy disk analyzer diagnostic software soldering iron and cable testing equipment.

• Communicate with a variety of departments regarding the repair and installation of computer equipment; communicate with vendors and manufacturers regarding parts pricing purchases and product information to find best source of supply.

• Provide assistance information and technical expertise to faculty administrators and students regarding the safe and proper operation care and maintenance of computerized equipment.

• Maintain records of computer and network repairs materials used moving and installation activities and work orders; maintain records of maintenance supplies used; maintain an adequate spare parts inventory.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Remain at work during the entire workday unless excused by immediate supervisor or designated representative.

• Maintain a professional appearance.

• Incorporate the use of technology in daily tasks.

• Maintain regular attendance.

• Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics.

  KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

  KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Computerized and electronic equipment including microcomputers computer terminals peripherals and other data communication equipment.

• Methods equipment and tools used in the skilled repair and servicing of computer equipment.

• Electronic and electrical theory and practices.

• Analog and digital communications equipment and maintenance techniques.

• Safety practices and precautions used in working with computer equipment.

• Operation of a variety of testing equipment hand and power tools and measuring instruments.

• Basic DOS commands and computer operations.

• Technical aspects of the computer field.

• Diagnostic techniques and procedures used in computer and electronics repair.

• Basic record-keeping techniques.

• Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy.

• Health and safety regulations.

ABILITY TO:

• Perform a variety of skilled and technical duties related to the installation repair alteration and maintenance of microcomputers computers printers modems multiplexers span equipment and other data communications equipment.

• Install computers and related equipment at District sites.

• Operate electronic measuring instruments testing equipment and tools in a safe and proper manner.

• Read and interpret schematics and blueprints.

• Read interpret and implement technical service manuals and schematic diagrams to repair assigned computer and peripheral equipment.

• Plan and lay out installation and repair work including estimating labor and material costs.

• Maintain records related to work performed.

• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

• Work independently with little direction.

• Lift heavy objects.

  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  Any combination equivalent to: two years college-level course work in electronics and two years increasingly responsible experience repairing and servicing computer terminals microcomputers and data communications equipment.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and work year to be established by the Board.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Boards policy on Evaluation of Personnel.

Required Experience:

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