computer network technician

Education: Bachelor's degree. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Computer hardware or software retailer/wholesaler. Tasks: Install web server hardware and software. Maintain, troubleshoot and administer the use of local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), mainframe networks and computer workstations and peripheral equipment. Monitor the performance of computer systems and networks.

Troubleshoot, maintain and upgrade web server hardware and software. Evaluate and install computer hardware, networking software and operating system software. Perform routine network start up and close down and maintain control records. Set up local area networks and connections to the Internet. Implement network traffic and security monitoring software, and optimize server performance.

Respond to requests for help and information from Website visitors and Website designers. Perform Web-server backup and recovery operations. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Transportation/travel information: Public transportation is available. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Repetitive tasks. Combination of sitting, standing, walking.

Standing for extended periods. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Organized. Team player. Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years. Support for youths: Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.