Wage: $ 0.00
Wage comments: Unpaid work experience to help you get the job you want!
Position is: Full-time
Hours per week: 35
Job Description:
Under supervision of the Operations Manager, installs, maintains, troubleshoots and upgrades computer hardware, software, personal computer networks, peripheral equipment; assesses user training needs and trains users in effective use of applications; makes recommendations regarding hardware and software acquisitions; prepares documentation and provides user assistance to MCF staff; and performs related work as required. Class Characteristics: An essential element of this classification is the provision of prompt and effective problem-solving and troubleshooting to MCF participants and staff when system failures or dysfunctions occur.
EXAMPLES OF KEY DUTIES (Duties are illustrative and not inclusive and may vary with individual assignment.):
- Install, configure and upgrade operating systems and software, using standard business and administrative packages
- May modify specific applications for use in operational departments
- Install, assemble and configure computers, monitors, network infrastructure and peripherals such as printers, scanners and related hardware
- Troubleshoot problems with computer systems, including troubleshooting hardware and software, e-mail, network and peripheral equipment problems
- Make repairs and corrections where required
- Act as a technical resource in assisting users to resolve problems with equipment and data
- Make hardware and software
- Assist in instructing MCF staff in the use of standard business and administrative software, including word processing, spreadsheets and database management
- Provide instruction or written documentation where required
- Assist with the planning, design, research and acquisition of new or upgraded hardware and software systems
- Maintain current knowledge of hardware, software and network technology and recommends modifications as necessary
- Perform other duties of a similar nature or level
MCF Practice Firm is a partnership between La Route Du Savoir and KEYS Community Employment Centre. It is funded by Employment Ontario and is of no cost to job seekers. We are one of 5800 world-wide practice firms devoted to helping people gain real work experience, upgrade their knowledge, learn new skills, and gain valuable references towards obtaining the job they really want. Tailored job search assistance is integrated into the schedule and available on-site.
Working while looking for work often makes you more attractive to potential employers!
Location: 629 Division Street, corner of Railway Street. Public transit and wheelchair accessible.
Requirements: College diploma or university degree or I.T. related experience and knowledge. Creative, Flexible, and able to work with timelines and in a team environment. Good communication and organization skills. Physical ability to complete the work, including crawling under desks and lifting up to 40 pounds.
How to apply: If this position interests you, please discuss it with your employment advisor