Microcomputer Technician appointment is provisional (must pass the Civil Service Exam). Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to CCLD's Business Office.
Hourly Rate (2025): $18.88
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (The following work activities are listed as examples only and in no event shall an employee be limited to only those examples listed here.)
- Provides training in the use of word processing, database, spreadsheets, utility, in-house developed and other software;
- Maintains a library of PC related manuals, documentation, publications, etc.;
- Collects information from the department requesting computer support and analyzes that information to determine current basic operational requirements;
- Defines and researches problems in terms of logical relationships, system constraints, compatibility requirements, basic objectives, related manual processes, space, impact on resources, etc.;
- Recommends microcomputer hardware and software to support users’ needs;
- Develops files, screens, interactive programs, macros, templates, etc.;
- Sets up micro-computer hardware with the proper cabling and connections (including networking with other PC’s and/or Mainframe systems), installs and tests software to insure that the entire system is fully operational);
- Tests and modifies new system software during parallel operation with current system to assure reliability;
- Develops and documents operational procedures;
- Communicates with vendors and other technical support personnel to aid in the solution of problems regarding microcomputer hardware and software;
- Performs research related to computer equipment/software, specifications and cost information for budgetary analysis and planning;
- Provides Help Desk support for computer users for hardware and software;
- Performs a variety of programming tasks using data base and spreadsheet software.
101 E. Church St.
Elmira, NY 14901
United States