PT Technician Hardware/Software

3100 Main (0107)
3100 Main
Houston, 77002

JOB SUMMARY
Installs and repairs personal computer hardware.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (Other duties may be assigned:)

1. Install, modify, troubleshoot, and repair personal computer hardware and software
2. Perform routine maintenance to ensure good operating conditions
3. Communicate with users to detect possible problems
4. Assist in the evaluation of new equipment to be supported by the Technical Support area
5. Maintain inventory to ensure maintenance and repair of computers
6. Maintain up-to-date virus protection
7. Perform regular hard drive clean up and maintenance
8. Maintain files for software documentation
9. Research and test new software packages

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION

Associate’s degree or certification in a related field required

2 years directly related experience may be considered in lieu of required degree

EXPERIENCE

1 year recent experience in hard/software technical support required (HCCS experience is considered on a two for one basis)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated competencies in computer hardware/software installation and troubleshooting.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities. JOB SUMMARY
Installs and repairs personal computer hardware.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (Other duties may be assigned:)

1. Install, modify, troubleshoot, and repair personal computer hardware and software
2. Perform routine maintenance to ensure good operating conditions
3. Communicate with users to detect possible problems
4. Assist in the evaluation of new equipment to be supported by the Technical Support area
5. Maintain inventory to ensure maintenance and repair of computers
6. Maintain up-to-date virus protection
7. Perform regular hard drive clean up and maintenance
8. Maintain files for software documentation
9. Research and test new software packages

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION

Associate’s degree or certification in a related field required

2 years directly related experience may be considered in lieu of required degree

EXPERIENCE

1 year recent experience in hard/software technical support required (HCCS experience is considered on a two for one basis)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated competencies in computer hardware/software installation and troubleshooting.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities. EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

• Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator
• Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
• PO Box 667517
• Houston, TX 77266
• 713.718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.

EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

• Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator
• Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
• PO Box 667517
• Houston, TX 77266
• 713.718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.