Western Cape, KNYSNA
Employment type: One year contract with probation period.
Job description
An exciting opportunity for a Junior IT Technician. The focus will mainly be hardware-oriented support tasks carried out in our 15 KILT Knysna schools. We are looking for a dynamic and energetic individual who is self-motivated, has an interest and passion for information Technology, is Tech Savvy and people friendly.
Duties
- Install and maintain computer systems and networks aiming for the highest functionality.
- Train ITE’s and teachers on the usage of the technology in the schools.
- Check computer hardware HDD, mouses, keyboards etc. to ensure functionality.
- Install and configure appropriate software and functions according to specifications.
- Perform troubleshooting techniques on different technologies in the schools: diagnose, resolve, repair or replace parts etc.
- Develop and maintain local networks in ways that optimize performance.
- Maintain records/logs of repairs and fixes and maintenance schedule.
- Ensure security and privacy of networks and computer systems.
- Important Company orientation and guidance to users on how to operate new software and computer equipment.
- Rearm & reimport server virtual machines and put it on the domain.
Requirements
- Matric certification
- A valid driver’s license and your own transport.
- Proven experience as IT Technician or relevant position
- Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication ability
- Outstanding organizational and time-management skills
- In depth understanding of diverse computer systems and networks
- Good knowledge of servers in a server environment e.g., domain controllers, DHCP servers etc.
- Good knowledge of internet security and data privacy principles
- Certification as IT Technician will be an advantage e.g., CompTIA A, Microsoft Certified IT Professional
- Police clearance.
Please send a cover letter, updated CV with references and supporting documents (ID, Matric Certificate, Police clearance, drivers license and qualification certificates) to easton.pretorius@edunova.org. If you have not been invited to come for an interview within a week from acknowledgement of application, consider your application unsuccessful.
Deadline for submissions: 7 April 2023