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# Computer Technician

- **Company:** Fairfield University
- **Location:** Fairfield, CT, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Apple Mac Systems, Software Applications, Computer Networks, Databases, Data Loss, Desktop Computing, Networking Hardware, IP Addressing, Subnetting, Network Troubleshooting, Software Engineering, Software Troubleshooting, Peripherals, Computer Equipment, Laptops, Hardware Infrastructure
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5c71a1732faf99c0

## About the Role

* Education: BA/BS in technical field or equivalent experience: 3-5 years in a service-based industry providing technical support to customer using computers, audiovisual and multimedia technology. Strong service orientation is essential; strong organizational and communication skills are important to deal with varied and high-level user contact.

Knowledge and Skills Needed:

 * Strong Understanding of Windows and Mac hardware components, software applications and printers and networking devices. Proficiency in various Operating systems is crucial. Windows and macOS.
 * Solid grasp of networking concepts, protocols, IP addressing and subnetting is necessary to troubleshoot connectivity.
 * Knowledge of systematic troubleshooting methodologies to identify and resolve hardware and software issues.
 * Strong Problem Solving
 * Excellent communication skills
 * Excellent customer service skills
 * Attention to detail and adaptability
 * Time management and Willingness to collaborate
 * Ability to analyze situations, identify root cause and propose solutions

## Description

Provide Technical support on Windows 10 & 11 and Mac OS for faculty, staff and students experiencing computer hardware, software and network issues. Diagnose and resolve hardware issues with computers, laptops, printers, and classroom/event and team meeting rooms. Perform regular maintenance tasks for classroom technology including cleaning, Software updates and Firm Ware updates. Tier 1 support for all classroom issues during class time as calls come in. Perform hardware upgrades new computer installs and software installs and upgrades for faculty and staff, always keeping asset data base current. Tier 2 support for Help Desk regarding issues they are unable to resolve. Maintain data backup and recovery to safeguard university information and minimize data loss. Assist in restoring data from backups in the event of system failures or corruption. Maintain accurate inventory of computer equipment, software applications and peripherals ensuring accurate tracking. Assist in procurement
processes by identifying the need for new equipment and suggesting suitable options. Phone support when needed, remote work per approval by manager. Point of contact for technical issues & services for faculty and staff and students (as help desk needs.) Responsible for moves, add, changes as needed and special projects as assign. Remote work must be approved by manager.

Unusual Work Conditions - Support of satellite offices as needed, nights and weekends as needed. Hours are 11am-7pm. Summer hours apply., Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.
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