eHire - Technician, IT (Computer Support)

Position Information

Location	Multiple Locations Note: Northridge and Highland Campuses
Hours	40 hours/week as assigned; Generally Tuesday - Saturday, 12 pm - 9 pm
Salary	Technician 4/118 ($31,394.00 - $44,848.00)
FLSA Status	Non-Exempt
Reports To	Department Chair, Game Development, Animation & Motion Graphics
Criminal Background Check

General Statement of Job

To maintain, install, and support Austin Community College (ACC) computers, printers, and peripheral equipment; provide basic network support functions and customer assistance services.

Description of Duties and Tasks

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Provides technical assistance to faculty and staff in ACC departments; provides technical support, analysis, and training in the use of computers and peripheral devices; documents technical support procedures.
Responds to the needs and inquiries of users; explains IT issues, deploys solutions, and follows up with users to assure the stability and functionality of the users' systems.
Performs computer troubleshooting to diagnose system problems; analyzes computer functionality; identifies, locates, resolves, and repairs problems within scope of authority, or forwards work orders to appropriate personnel; documents call records and results.
Provides referral to supervisor when problems occur which are beyond the skills of the technician; and tracks the problem until it has been resolved.
Installs new computers for faculty and staff; copies and transfers current files, and verifies domain security and file sharing protocols; maintains and updates configuration and inventory database.
Resolves network connectivity problems, and assists with database and network administration.
Maintains and updates IT systems and equipment; installs software upgrades, enhancements, and revised functions; activates and deactivates network ports.
Identifies and reports technical problems which need to be addressed by improved policies or procedures.
Trains users on software applications usage and configuration issues.
Collects technical and administrative information and compiles data for reports.
May create local user accounts and system access for email and file shares.

Additional Job Specific Duties

Mac specific job duties: To monitor, maintain, install, and support Macintosh networked servers, computer systems, and peripheral equipment; provides professional-level network support functions, and assists faculty, staff, and students in an academic lab environment. Be integral in the architecture and support of Apple MacOS X based systems. Aside from general duties listed above duties will also include:

Collaborate in the design and development of the system to meet user needs and respond to/anticipate technological advancements.
Supports maintenance of departmental website.
Maintains and updates Mac workstations and servers, Mac equipment, and Mac peripherals; researches and tests new software; installs software upgrades and enhancements; uses imaging software to create and deploy desktop computers.
Monitors physical security of assigned department assets; controls access to premises, observes lab user activities and facility utilization shifts, provides materials, training, and assistance as needed.
Reports technical problems that need to be addressed by improved policies or procedures.
Provides technical support to students and instructors to assist in the training of students, faculty, and staff on software applications usage. Facilitates one-on-one instruction and group workshops.
Collects, compiles, analyzes, and presents reports for technical and administrative information; may include facility usage and resource utilization.

Knowledge

Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

The capabilities of computer hardware, software, and operating systems.
Hardware, software, and peripheral equipment troubleshooting techniques.
Basic network support and remote printer management procedures.
Job related technical terminology.

Skills

Must possess required skills and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Accountable for inventory/property management.
Make recommendations that impact the budget.
Maintaining an established work schedule.
Effectively using organizational and planning skills.
Operating and maintaining computer and peripheral equipment safely and competently.
Using basic tools and procedures for maintaining computers and peripheral devices.
Responding professionally, effectively, and efficiently to customer service requests.
Prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.
Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
Effectively using interpersonal and communications skills.

Technology Skills

Use a variety of spreadsheet, word processing, database, and presentation software.
Use network domain systems.

Required Work Experience

Two years related work experience.

Preferred Work Experience

- Three years related work experience.
  Three years of IT in the creative arts industry.

Required Education

High school diploma or educational equivalent.

Preferred Education

Associate degree in a related field.

Special Requirements

Licenses/Certifications; Other

Valid Texas Driver's License and reliable transportation needed for local Austin area travel.
Depending on assignment, specific technical certifications may be required.

Other Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of creative software (i.e. Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere).

Knowledge of administration and maintenance principles of network servers, relational databases, and web- and Mac-based software applications preferred.

Knowledge of the structure and operating capabilities of one or more network operating systems preferred. Knowledge of network hardware, software, and peripheral equipment troubleshooting techniques preferred. Knowledge of network topologies and protocols, and technical Internet knowledge-base services preferred. Preferred: Mac- based knowledge in:

* Security options for current-gen workstations;

* Security for publicly accessed systems;

* Hardware/software configurations for graphic applications; * TCP network, Apple Remote Desktop configuration;

* Cross platform integration (render farms, data servers, etc.)

Skill in advanced and in-depth knowledge of MacOSX as well as knowledge about MacOSX Server preferred.

Experience in designing and administering Apple based solutions in an environment with multiple operating systems that encourage student learning preferred.

Proven scripting experience, preferably with AppleScript, Shell, Perl, and/or Python preferred.

Enthusiastic about providing the best possible service internally and externally.

Good problem solving skills of business critical systems and are detail-oriented.

Soft-motivated, approachable, adaptable and possessing excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

Capable of working pro-actively in carrying out day-to-day role, prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands with limited supervision preferred. The ability to understand the business infrastructure, to implement and improve IT solutions in accordance with Mac-based educational environment preferred.

Demonstrated professional-level technical proficiency in network domain administration preferred.

Physical Requirements

Work is performed in a variety of settings.
Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling, and at times subject to stooping, crawling, and climbing.
May need to lift heavy objects of up to 50 pounds.
May be exposed to a variety of temperatures, noise, moving mechanical parts, or chemicals.
Specific vision abilities may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to focus.

Safety

Work safely and follow safety rules. Report unsafe working conditions and behavior. Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.

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