Computer Technician - Kansas Staffing : Job Details

Under general direction; provides desktop support services that include installation and repair desktop computers and printers; installs and troubleshoots all related applications; implements desktop computer systems and practices. Performs work with some complexity, requiring interpretive judgment within prescribed standards.

Typical duties include:

• Assists in the implementation of desktop computers.
• Helps computer users with computer problems and problem-solving of technical and operational difficulties.
• Operates host computer system; provides general computer network support.
• Responds to desktop computer issues; updates peripherals; loads and configures software; configures devices for access to host computer system; identifies problems and provides potential solutions.
• Maintains accurate and updated inventory; keeps detailed records of installations, testing, preventative maintenance, repairs, and detailed project logs and records.
• Documents all computer events.
• Provides general support to computer networks.
• Communicates clearly and appropriately to all department personnel; forwards unresolved problems to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Performs overtime as needed and other duties as assigned.

Supervision - Responsibility for work of others: None.

Minimum education, training, and experience requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or Computer Technology; A+ certification.
• Four (4) years of experience in desktop computer hardware and software installation (Windows 10 and Microsoft Office 2010 or higher).
• Must possess a valid Kansas drivers license.
• Ideal candidate is a self-starter; must be able to prioritize responsibilities to ensure completion of duties.

Residency requirements: This position has a 40 minute response time by way of the most direct route and within the posted speed limits; or must live within the city limits of Salina, Bennington, Minneapolis, McPherson, Solomon, Abilene, or Carneiro.

Essential job functions:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationship with fellow employees, officials and the public.
• Effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Maintain and exhibit discretion and integrity at all times when handling confidential information.
• Efficiently and effectively handle assigned work requests.
• Monitors host computer system and responds to job needs.
• Maintain and improve knowledge of user departments priorities and requirements.
• Knowledgeable of technical aspects of personal computers and continually upgrades knowledge.
• Performs and documents personal computer hardware and software installation in an accurate, timely, logical and understandable manner.
• Organize files and maintain accurate and detailed records.

Physical demands of essential job functions:

• Work Type: Medium, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Climbing/Balancing: Minimal, ability to sit and stand.
• Walking: Frequent amount required.
• Stooping/Bending: Occasionally.
• Stand/Sit: Sit about 75 percent of the time.
• Reaching: Frequent, overhead as well as horizontal.
• Vision: Adequate to perform essential job functions.
• Color Vision: Adequate to perform essential functions.
• Hearing: Adequate to perform essential functions.
• Speech: Frequently express ideas and be understood.
• Eye/Hand/Foot/Coordination: Frequently operates equipment requiring moderate ability.
• Manual Dexterity: Frequently operates equipment requiring moderate ability.

Environmental demands of essential job functions:

• Inside/Outside: Work inside.
• Cold/Heat: Controlled.
• Wet/Dry: Controlled.
• Noise/Vibrations: Office equipment.
• Hazards: None.
• Fumes/Dust/Odors: Minimal Exposure.
• Infectious Diseases: Low exposure.

Mental requirements of essential job functions:

• Ability to read and comprehend written material.
• Ability to listen to and apply information and inst