HEMET UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

1791 West Acacia Avenue – Hemet, CA 92545 - (951) 765-5100               

COMPUTER TECHNICIAN DEFINITION

Under general supervision of the Director of Information Technology; perform skilled work with the installation, repair and maintenance of a variety of computer equipment and peripherals; troubleshoot and perform timely repair of computer systems; assist users in resolving technical problems; and perform other related work as may be required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

        •  Install new and re-assigned computer hardware and software; 

        •  Diagnose, repair and provide preventive maintenance for a variety of computers and peripheral equipment; 

        •  Test new and existing computer equipment; 

        •  Order and store replacement parts and maintain tools; 

        •  Use a variety of electronic test instruments in diagnosing problems; 

        •  Test equipment and supplies used in servicing and repairing computers and peripheral devices;

        • Construct or adopt test equipment; install and maintain interfaces and wiring between computers and  accessories; 

        •  Assist staff in evaluation and developing specifications of computer hardware and software; 

        •  Serve as a resource to administrators, teachers and staff; 

        •  Train staff in computer repair and maintenance procedures and techniques;

 EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

        • Various types of electronic test equipment, materials and tools used in computer repair work; 

        • Basic electrical and electronic theory; 

        • Personal computer operating systems from Windows XP, 7 and 8 Pro, Mac OS, IOS, Android and Chrome OS

        • Common personal computer business and utility software.

        - Novell eDirectory, Novell Groupwise and Novell related software tools

        - Enterprise Imaging and AntiVirus software

        - Networking Data Cabling Theory

        - Enterprise Networking Theory

Ability to:

        • Efficiently maintain and repair computer equipment and systems; 

        • Work from site diagrams, plans and specifications; 

        • Organize and follow work schedules; 

        • Understand and carry out oral and written directions;  

        • Perform duties quickly and accurately; 

        • Work effectively despite frequent interruptions; 

        • Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with those contacted in the course of work.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or GED; and Two (2) or more years of general computer maintenance, installation and repair work experience required. Novell or Microsoft certification preferred, but not required.

EQUIVALENCIES

An Associate degree or Certificate of Completion from an approved trade School in computer repair or closely related fields may substitute for one year of the required experience.

Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver’s License and maintain possession of such license during the course of employment; have an acceptable driving record; and must be insurable at standard rates by District’s insurance carrier and maintain such insurability during the course of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Strength:   Heavy work involving lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 100 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.  Ability to carry on normal speech and hearing activities; physical dexterity in limbs and digits to operate hand and power driven tools and equipment commonly used in the electronics field; ability to bend, stoop, grasp and reach.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

Bargaining Unit Position           

October 2013