Computer Technician

Work setting

• Computer hardware or software retailer/wholesaler
• Internet Service Provider (ISP)
• Private sector
• Private company, corporation or industry

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Communicate electronically and in person with computer users experiencing difficulties to determine and document problems experienced
• Consult user guides, technical manuals and other documents to research and implement solutions
• Supervise other technical support workers in this group
• Provide business systems, network and Internet support to users in response to identified difficulties
• Set up equipment for employee use, performing or ensuring proper installation of cables, operating systems, or appropriate software
• Provide customer service

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking