Computer Equipment Repair Technician
- Rio Hondo College
- Location: Whittier, California
- Category: Admin-Computing-Other
- Posting Date: 01/26/2023
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
Job Number
CLA00380PPosition Title
Computer Equipment Repair TechnicianPosition Type
Classified Full TimePercentage Employee
100 %Number of Months Assignment
12Starting Date
As soon as possibleCurrent Work Schedule
Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Days and hours of employment may change depending on District needs.
Salary Range
39Salary
$6,275.73 – $8,034.83 – Successful candidate will start at step 1 except in cases where District deems appropriate.
FLSA
Non-ExemptLocation
Main CampusDepartment
Information Technology (Dept)Open Date
01/25/2023Closing Date
02/08/2023About Rio Hondo College
About Río Hondo College
Río Hondo College welcomes and embraces all students in their educational and career pathways. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), our College has a student population of 22,000, of which 18,000 are Latinx students. We were the first college in Los Angeles County to provide two years of free tuition to first-time, full-time college students through our Río Promise program. We are proud to acknowledge that many of our students have transferred to high ranked institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, USC and UCLA, UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, Cal State LA, Cal State Long Beach, and Whittier College to name a few.
Strengths
Our caring and dedicated student-centered staff, faculty, and administrators are devoted to the advancement of educational justice, equity, and opportunity for all our students. Our College’s 900 employees, with close to 600 faculty, hold themselves accountable for the academic success of disproportionately impacted student populations. Our entire staff, with unwavering team collaboration, work hard to ensure our students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder students of color.
Río Hondo College is committed to the recruitment of qualified and diverse employees who are dedicated to our students’ success. We recognize that diversity in an academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for our students. We are steadfast in our hiring practices and staff development processes which reinforce the goals of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Our practices and processes also support the importance of a workforce that reflects the community and the diverse student population we serve.
Río Hondo College welcomes and embraces all students in their educational and career pathways. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), our College has a student population of 22,000, of which 18,000 are Latinx students. We were the first college in Los Angeles County to provide two years of free tuition to first-time, full-time college students through our Río Promise program. We are proud to acknowledge that many of our students have transferred to high ranked institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, USC and UCLA, UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, Cal State LA, Cal State Long Beach, and Whittier College to name a few.
Strengths
Our caring and dedicated student-centered staff, faculty, and administrators are devoted to the advancement of educational justice, equity, and opportunity for all our students. Our College’s 900 employees, with close to 600 faculty, hold themselves accountable for the academic success of disproportionately impacted student populations. Our entire staff, with unwavering team collaboration, work hard to ensure our students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder students of color.
Río Hondo College is committed to the recruitment of qualified and diverse employees who are dedicated to our students’ success. We recognize that diversity in an academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for our students. We are steadfast in our hiring practices and staff development processes which reinforce the goals of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Our practices and processes also support the importance of a workforce that reflects the community and the diverse student population we serve.
Río Hondo College employs approximately 55% tenured track faculty of color; 60% part-time faculty of color; 85% classified staff of color; and 50% administrators of color.
Río Hondo College offers 30 associate degrees that guarantee transfer (ADTs) to Cal State Universities, a bachelor’s degree in Automotive Technology, more than 60 certificates, a Pathway to Law School, dual enrollment with K-12 districts, state championship speech & debate team, top-notch athletic teams, student leadership opportunities, travel abroad experiences and more.
In collaboration with the communities in Pico Rivera, Santa Fe Springs, El Monte, South El Monte, Whittier, portions of Norwalk, La Mirada, Downey, La Puente, the City of Industry, Los Nietos and Avocado Heights, Río Hondo College provides an exceptional academic curriculum to meet the unique needs of our region and strengthen our communities.
Basic Function
Under the supervision of the Director of Information Technology, installs micro-computer hardware and software; repairs computers and printers; installs and runs diagnostics on network, switches, hubs and related communication equipment; provides technical support to campus micro-computer and telephone users; controls and monitors vendors off-campus repair activities; and telephone switch support.
Representative Duties
a) Installs, assembles, operates and coordinates the maintenance and repair of less complex data communications hardware including network hubs, personal computers, switches and diagnostic test equipment. E
b) Installs, operates, maintains telephone communications equipment. E
c) Troubleshoots hardware and software, makes adjustments or repairs when required to maintain equipment in proper operating condition; may make major repairs and overhauls in shop when required. E
d) Sets up and maintains preventive maintenance schedule for campus microcomputers, printers and related equipment. E
e) Recommends, controls and monitors off-campus vendor repair activity for computers, printers and related equipment when off-campus repairs are required. E
f) Maintains parts and hardware location inventory; maintains micro-computer and printer spare parts inventory, and makes recommendations on the type and number of parts to be purchased to maintain a minimum inventory. E
g) Assists in the maintenance of PC and Mac computers; the network and server environment. E
h) Coordinates work activity with other department personnel during the installation and implementation of new computer, printer and peripheral equipment. This includes making cables and connectors, the installation of servers and related communications equipment. E
i) Installs cables in a safety conscious manner when required. E
j) Prepares requisitions for cables, connectors and other computer related equipment as required. E
k) Troubleshoots telephone switch problems, modifying phone system’s database, initiate adds and changes to telephone system, installs telephone instruments, and interfaces with telephone system vendor to evaluate and fix problem. E
l) Maintains contact with vendors and distributors to keep abreast of equipment upgrades, new computers and related equipment.
m) Assists other departments in determining their technology needs.
n) Trains and assists the instructional assistants when assigned to College computer labs.
o) Attends training classes, seminars and workshops on new computer technology as required.
p) Performs other related duties as assigned.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential (E) duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an E on the job description.
b) Installs, operates, maintains telephone communications equipment. E
c) Troubleshoots hardware and software, makes adjustments or repairs when required to maintain equipment in proper operating condition; may make major repairs and overhauls in shop when required. E
d) Sets up and maintains preventive maintenance schedule for campus microcomputers, printers and related equipment. E
e) Recommends, controls and monitors off-campus vendor repair activity for computers, printers and related equipment when off-campus repairs are required. E
f) Maintains parts and hardware location inventory; maintains micro-computer and printer spare parts inventory, and makes recommendations on the type and number of parts to be purchased to maintain a minimum inventory. E
g) Assists in the maintenance of PC and Mac computers; the network and server environment. E
h) Coordinates work activity with other department personnel during the installation and implementation of new computer, printer and peripheral equipment. This includes making cables and connectors, the installation of servers and related communications equipment. E
i) Installs cables in a safety conscious manner when required. E
j) Prepares requisitions for cables, connectors and other computer related equipment as required. E
k) Troubleshoots telephone switch problems, modifying phone system’s database, initiate adds and changes to telephone system, installs telephone instruments, and interfaces with telephone system vendor to evaluate and fix problem. E
l) Maintains contact with vendors and distributors to keep abreast of equipment upgrades, new computers and related equipment.
m) Assists other departments in determining their technology needs.
n) Trains and assists the instructional assistants when assigned to College computer labs.
o) Attends training classes, seminars and workshops on new computer technology as required.
p) Performs other related duties as assigned.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential (E) duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an E on the job description.
Knowledge and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Computer networking system.
- Voice/data technology and telephone equipment communications.
- Installation of cables.
- The operations in the Microsoft Windows/Office environment and other PC software as well as Apple’s operating systems.
- Advanced diagnostics and utilities software.
- Computer related communication equipment such as printer interfaces, Hubs.
- Operation of PC compatible and Mac computer configuration principles and a wide variety of desk top personal printers.
- Repair tools, materials and electronic testing equipment used in the diagnosis, overhaul, repair and maintenance of computer and related equipment.
ABILITY TO:
- Troubleshoot and take corrective action when PC’s, Mac computer or printer malfunction.
- Maintain repair schedules with minimum supervision.
- Maintain records, follow oral and written directives, work independently as well as cooperatively with others.
Education and Experience
Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and completion of a computer science or electronics certificate program or certification from a computer science or electronics technical school and two years of experience in the maintenance, repair of computers, printers and terminals.
Equivalencies
N/A
Foreign Degrees
Any degree from a country other than the United States, including Canada and Great Britain, must be evaluated by an Evaluation Service prior to the closing date. Certification must be attached with copies of transcripts.
License Certificates/Credentials
N/A
Desired Qualifications
N/A
Distinguishable Characteristics
N/A
Position Description
Applications are currently being accepted for Computer Equipment Repair Technician. Hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a Full-Time 100%, 12 month position.
Application Procedure
Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. PT on the closing date.
Applicants must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed.
Applicants must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed.
- Rio Hondo College online application (which includes supplemental questions)
- Résumé/Curriculum Vitae
- Complete transcripts of all college/university studies, including degree earned (copies will be accepted). NOTE: Transcripts from multiple colleges/universities may need to be scanned as one document, then uploaded.
- Transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date (please circle conferral date on transcripts). Transcripts without this information and online applications without transcripts will be disqualified.
- PAPER APPLICATIONS AND APPLICATION MATERIALS SENT VIA MAIL, FAX, OR EMAIL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
- NOTE THAT ALL CORRESPONDENCE, INCLUDING INTERVIEW INVITATIONS, WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL.
Additional Information
- The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires the District obtain documentation from every individual who is employed which verifies identity and authorizes his/her right to work in the United States.
- Successful candidate is responsible for verifying all prior work experience and providing all academic transcripts for purposes of salary placement.
- As a condition of employment, the selected applicant must provide a set of fingerprints (at the applicant’s expense) taken by an official LiveScan agency.
- Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial employment (The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
- For positions requiring a valid California driver’s license, proof of insurability is required.
- Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and require accommodations for completing the application process, testing (if required for position), or the interview, please notify the Human Resources Office.
- A copy of this announcement will be provided in Braille to visually impaired applicants upon request.
Commitment to Diversity
All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.
Cancel RTF Policy
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO RE-OPEN, RE-ADVERTISE, DELAY OR CANCEL FILLING THIS POSITION.
THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL FUTURE VACANCIES.
EEO Statement
Rio Hondo College is committed to employing qualified administrators, faculty and staff members who are dedicated to student success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. The Board is committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and provide equal consideration for all qualified candidates.
