Computer Technician

Position Type:Technology/Computer TechnicianDate Posted:5/25/2026Location:Thomas County SchoolsClosing Date:Until filledTHOMAS COUNTY SCHOOLSJOB DESCRIPTIONTITLE: Computer TechnicianQUALIFICATIONS:Education Level - Associates Degree in Information Technology or related fieldCertification/Licensing: A+ certification recommendedProficiency Skills: Ability to organize, basic written and oral communication and basic math skillsPersonal Skills: Ability to lift materials and equipment weighing a maximum of 75 pounds; pleasant personality, cooperative attitude, physical skills and stamina to perform essential duties. REPORTS TO: Building Principal & Technology DirectorPRIMARY PURPOSE: Maintain, install, troubleshoot, and repair district technology equipmentTERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the system's approved compensation plan, based on the recommendations from the Principal and Technology Director.EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated by the Technology Director according to the guidelines set by the local board.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Professional DutiesInteracts in a professional manner with visitors, teachers, staff, and other stakeholders. Facilitates communication between the school and districtWorks cooperatively with district administrators, teachers, support personnel, and other stakeholders.Performs general maintenance tasks, troubleshoots, and repairs computer systems, network infrastructure, and peripheral equipment to keep equipment functioning properly.Responds to tech requests from teachers and administrators in a timely manner.Escalates difficult problems to a higher level of support when exceeding response time to provide excellent customer satisfaction. Works well with vendor technical support.Updates computer hardware, software and operating systems to keep technology running efficiently.Installs computer, audio-visual, telephone, and printing equipment efficiently and correctly. Attempts to make equipment and needed cabling comfortable for the client and aesthetically acceptable.Maintains accurate, complete, and appropriate records and database of appropriate technology resources. Reports inventory promptly and accurately to district and state officials.Maintains confidentiality of information and records for students and staff.Attends and participates in faculty meetings, district level meetings, and other assigned meetings and activities according to school and district policy.Maintains proper and updated knowledge of new technologies, both hardware and software.Works as a team member with other technical staff members to ensure timely response and problem resolution to end users and provide excellent customer service.Provides appropriate security measures to protect records, equipment, materials, and facilities. Enforces and promotes good cyber-security and digital citizenship practices.Installs and maintains, network, audio-visual, cable TV and telephone cable as needed to ensure proper operation of equipment.Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance. Professional Learning Participates in appropriate training, workshops and professional learning activities.Applies what is learned in training, workshops and professional learning activities to the job.Accepts new challenges in a professional manner.