Sub Computer Technician

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., * 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.

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.