Co-Op Student - IT Technician

Co-Op Student - IT Technician

LOCATION: Administration Office, Pembroke

TYPE OF POSITION: Summer Employment

DATE REQUIRED: May 1, 2024 or TBD

HOURS: Up to 35 hours/week

JOB SUMMARY: Reporting to the manager of IT, the IT Technician (Co-Op Student) will assist in system implementations and provide support to all IT Staff. During the tenure of the Co-Op placement, the student will be engaged with different staff members to assist in day-to-day job duties.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support for maintaining school board computer equipment, routine repairs, and preventative maintenance at the District office and school sites as required.
• Setup new Windows and Mac computers.
• Troubleshoot Network connectivity.
• Operate IT Helpdesk and respond to IT work Orders.
• Planning and maintenance of new and existing Board and School LAN and WAN communication links.
• Maintenance and installation of WAN (Wide Area Network) nodes and components.
• Maintenance and installation of LAN (Local Area Network) servers and components.
• Configuring, programming and table maintenance of WAN equipment, including routers, bridges, hubs and switches.
• Performing cable management and running/terminating Cat5e or Cat6 Cable as required.
• Keeping abreast of new technology developments and network hardware and software components.
• Other related duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently enrolled in a 2-year diploma in Computer Systems from Colleges and Universities recognized by Ontario Community College or University.
• Excellent working knowledge of microcomputer and network operating systems and protocols (MacOS, Windows 10, Windows Server 2012 & 2016, TCP/IP).
• A self-motivated, critical thinking team player with superior inter-personal and organizational skills.
• Present and maintain a composed, discreet and professional manner, and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced computerized environment.
• Excellent command of verbal and written English.
• A valid driver’s license in good standing with the Ministry of Transportation, and access to a reliable mode of transportation for travel among Board schools and offices.
• Microsoft Office, Word and Excel are assets.

CLOSING: All interested applicants are invited to submit an updated resume including details of qualifications, experience and professional references.

TO NOTE:

• Applications sent directly to the schools or to Human Resources will NOT be considered.
• It is imperative that all NEW applicants to the Board submit an ORIGINAL current, satisfactory Vulnerable Screening Criminal Background Check prior to commencement of employment.
• We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

RCCDSB is committed to barrier-free selection processes and therefore if contacted for this position or testing, you should advise the HR Department in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures required to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

Contact:

Bob Schroeder - Chairperson

Mark Searson - Director of Education