Computer Network Technician

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Maintain, troubleshoot and administer the use of local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), mainframe networks and computer workstations and peripheral equipment
• Evaluate and install computer hardware, networking software and operating system software
• Provide problem-solving services to network users
• Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations
• Set up local area networks and connections to the Internet

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Networking software
• Networking hardware
• Networking security
• Project management software
• Programming languages
• MS Office
• MS Windows
• Information technology

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Organized