COMPUTER SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN – Grain Marketing Board 198 views

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced personnel to fill the above-mentioned position in the Computer Systems Department.
The incumbent will report to the Hardware and Network Administrator and will be based at Head Office.

DUTIES

Troubleshoots network and hardware problems.
Repairs and replaces faulty computer equipment.
Diagnoses hardware and network problems and suggests solutions.
Performs maintenance, repairs, and service of computer hardware throughout the organization.
Monitors the performance of LANS and WANS.
Installs supports, and configures weighbridge software.
Provides weekly and monthly reports on regional ICT issues.
Performs regular upgrades on computer equipment.
Attends to all visualisation issues in the region.
Installs network cables, hubs, and other network equipment e.g. routers and switches.
Configures WAN routes.

Configures available equipment to facilitate sharing of resources e.g. printer sharing.
Identifies and reports any attempts at security violations and rectifies the violations.
Recommends replacement of absolute equipment to the Hardware and Network Administrator.
Collects information for the information technology inventory register.
Installs and configures software on all Computer Systems equipment.
Decides on the methods and techniques to solve hardware and network problems.
Performs any other work-related duties as assigned by the Superior.
Training users on computer equipment.

REQUIREMENTS

5’0′ level subjects including English Language and Mathematics.
Degree/Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent.
CCNA certification or CCNP is an added advantage.
Microsoft Certification, City and Guilds T3 is an added advantage.
Minimum experience of two years in the field.
Knowledge of printer repairs is an added advantage.

Core Competencies

Ability to solve hardware and network problems.
Intermediate knowledge of cybersecurity best practices.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Results Oriented.