Computer Network Technician

DESCRIPTION

Languages

English

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

or equivalent experience

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work setting

Help desk

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

Operate master consoles to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks and to co-ordinate access and use of computer networks

Load computer tapes and disks and install software and printer paper and forms

Provide problem-solving services to network users

Implement data, software and hardware security procedures

Perform routine network start up and close down and maintain control records

Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations

Set up local area networks and connections to the Internet

Implement network traffic and security monitoring software, and optimize server performance

Research and apply meta-data to Websites and register Websites with search engines

Supervision

1 to 2 people

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Transportation/travel information

Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Work under pressure

Attention to detail

Sitting

Personal suitability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Team player

BENEFITS

Other benefits

Free parking available

Who can apply to this job?

The employer accepts applications from:

Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.

Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.