JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:   Computer Technician, Grade 7, Support Personnel Salary Schedule

REPORTS TO:   Technology Director 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:  High school diploma is required with post-secondary training preferred

Experience:  A minimum of two years experience in the computer technology field is required

Skills:  

• This position requires the exercise of good judgment in the field of all types of repairs on public school equipment.  

• Skill in the safe use and care of tools and equipment used in servicing computers and peripherals 

• Must have good oral and written communication skills and good basic mathematics skills

• Must be able to work well with little supervision and make decisions regarding repair or replacement of components

Knowledge:  

• Requires knowledge and training in state-of-the-art diagnostics, software, tools, and equipment used in servicing school district computers and peripherals. 

• Requires the knowledge and proficient use of powered and non-powered tools, equipment, and test equipment associated with computer repair and maintenance

• Must have the ability to read, understand, and evaluate manuals, operating instructions, and specifications, and be able to transfer that knowledge to effective resolution of problems and repairs. 

Physical:  

• Must be physically fit with strength, agility, and stamina to work with heavy components, climb and work on ladders, and stand for prolonged periods in a safe manner.  

• Be able to lift and carry 25 pounds

• Be able to pull or push 50 pounds

Other:  Must have a current State of Alaska driver’s license as travel throughout the District will be required

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

General Responsibilities: The computer technician performs skilled technical repairs, upgrades, maintenance, setups and installs on school district computers and peripherals.  The work is performed on all district computers (Mac and PC), printers, servers, scanners, digital cameras, and other equipment used in the educational environment. 

Responsibility to the District/School Site imposes the following obligations:

• Maintaining consistent and regular attendance

• Being reliable and flexible.

• Having sufficient sense of organizational procedures to be able to accept discipline while working happily within the established structure and policies of the school

• Being willing to acquire skills needed 

• Discussing any specific problems with the supervising staff member or the principal. Using discretion in commenting on school matters, including the performance of individual paraprofessionals or other school personnel

• Acknowledging the confidentiality requirements that exist in an educational workspace.  

Responsibility to self requires each employee to:

• Maintain positive attitudes

• Be responsible for his/her own actions

• Know his/her role and be able to express what that role is to the community in a positive manner. 

• Maintain personal cleanliness

• Wear appropriate clothing (avoiding extremes)

•  Use appropriate language

• Give full cooperation to the total school staff

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Be able to install, trouble shoot and maintain district computer technology in an efficient manner

• Be able to follow directions and adhere to applicable laws, regulations and policies

• Be able to take initiative and  work independently with minimal supervision

Example of Duties:

• Perform maintenance and repair procedures on computer equipment (Mac and PC) and peripherals by using acceptable electronic techniques and in compliance with all applicable codes. 

• Set up and install new computers and servers. 

• Upgrade software in a school wide environment.  

Unusual Working Conditions: Frequently works alone, occasionally encounters noisy or hot conditions in mechanical spaces. 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:   Based on negotiated agreement between the Delta/Greely School District Board of Education and the Delta/Greely Education Support Staff Association

SUPERVISION:   The Computer Technician is supervised by the Superintendent who is responsible for evaluating the position at least annually.