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Technician I

Employer
Sam Houston State University
Location
Huntsville, TX

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Administrative Jobs
Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Requisition:

202100036S

Title:

Technician I

FLSA status:

Non-Exempt

Hiring Salary:

$2,654 – $3,904 per month

Occupational Category:

Technical/Para-Professional

Department:

Client Services

Open Date:

02/08/2021

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement:

Associate’s degree in related field. One year of skilled, working technical knowledge of current network protocols, operating systems and standards, including Windows, Mac OS, Crestron, Extron, or Polycom, Microsoft office, printers, basic multimedia systems and e-mail applications is required. Previous experience in customer service preferred. Certifications may be required by the department. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position:

Support and maintain level one in-house computer systems, desktops, and peripherals. Perform level one installation, diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading all minor hardware and equipment while ensuring optimal workstation performance. Troubleshoot level one issues in a timely and accurate fashion.

Primary Responsibilities:

Installs, configures, tests, maintains, and troubleshoots minor level one end-user workstation hardware and software with supervision. Responds to service requests regarding PC and/or hardware issues. Accurately documents instances of hardware failure, repair, installation, and removal. Constructs, installs, and tests customized configurations based on various platforms and operating systems. Works with SHSU team members as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications:

Strong customer services skills and ability to build a strong well-honed interpersonal relationship with regular clients. Requires a working technical knowledge of networked and stand-alone PC software, general understanding of Windows registry, file systems and networks. Good written and oral communication skills and the ability to present ideas in a user-friendly language are necessary. Must be self-motivated and detail oriented with a strong customer service orientation. This position involves the ability to set priorities and procedures for accomplishing work based on previous experience and knowledge of organizational policies and procedures. Work has some technical complexity and issues are resolved based on knowledge from experience and/or college level courses. Policy interpretation is limited to situations which have been previously defined and parameters established. During emergencies, operational failures, and peak use periods, employee may be called in when off shift to work an extended shift. Special procedures sometimes require extended hours. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis throughout a normal workday. Some travel is required. May require driving and operating a university vehicle, therefore, a valid Texas Driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required by the university’s insurance carrier.

Hours are from 7:30 am – 4:30 pm M-F. Some nights and weekends are possible but not regular.

This position is located in Conroe, TX at the at the College of Medicine building.

Full Time Part Time:

Full Time

Quicklink:

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/26428

EEO Statement:

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Plan Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.

Organization

About Sam Houston State University

For more than 140 years, Sam Houston State University has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement. Its motto, "The measure of a Life is its Service," resonates among its 22,000 students, eight colleges and well beyond its historical roots through research, creative endeavors, service learning, volunteering and more.

SHSU is an inclusive institution whose mission is to provide high quality education, scholarship, and service to students. With over 90 bachelor degrees, 50 master’s, and 11 doctoral programs—including the nation’s first Ph.D. in forensic science, SHSU provides an exceptional college experience for every student: traditional or non-traditional; first generation; international; or online.

Service to self and others is paramount at SHSU and reflected in all university organizations and programs. In fact, the university was named to USA Today’s Top 50 in the U.S. for “commitment to civic engagement and global awareness,” in addition to being classified a "Community Engaged Campus" by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. This honor, bestowed to only 311 public institutions nationwide, acknowledges the university's significant commitment to service.

Sam Houston State University has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging, although just an hour drive north of Houston. 

SHSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215. SHSU is committed to promoting a campus culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. The University acknowledges and values our responsibility to cultivate an equitable and inclusive environment where students, faculty, staff, and community recognize the benefits of collaboration and mutual respect through diverse identities and experiences.

Member The Texas State University System  

Company info
Website
Telephone
936-294-1070
Location
1905 University Avenue
Huntsville
TX
77340
US

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