Technical Service Engineering Professional I

Xerox; Regina; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Regina is seeking a Database and IT Support Technician to manage database controls and provide end-user support. The role requires a certification in technical fields and experience in troubleshooting PC hardware and software. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring system operations run smoothly and accurately. This full-time position offers opportunities for skill enhancement and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in database control and user support.
• Strong understanding of electronic computer equipment operations.
• Ability to analyze complex technical issues and deliver solutions.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for monitoring database systems and resolving hardware issues.
• Provides desktop support and conducts end-user training.
• Ensures timely completion of jobs and activities within the systems.

Skills

Database management

Technical support

Problem resolution

User training

PC hardware troubleshooting

Education

Specialized external certification in technical roles

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job-scheduling software

Job description

Purpose

Responsible for the database control and / or end user support of IT systems and their users. Provides support and technical services aimed at managing databases and / or systems as well database utilities. Provides desk top support for the technical infrastructure of the company. Resolves first level systems failures. Ensures close customer liaison both internally and externally with managed vendors. Provides first level technical or database problem resolution to customers / end users in a technical help desk function. Escalates complex technical / database problems to field staff and technical specialists as appropriate.

Scope: General

• Entry level job with extensive work experience
• Has developed expertise in a variety of work processes through job-related training
• Generates new and innovative solutions to complex problems, and proposes improvements to processes
• Analyzes complex technical problems and delivers solutions where precedent may not exist
• Works autonomously within established procedures and practices
• May provide immediate direction to a unit or group of employees, assigning tasks, checking work at frequent intervals and maintaining schedules
• A portion of time is normally spent performing individual tasks relation to the unit or sub-unit
• Will have specialized external certification (technical roles)

Primary Responsibilities

Computer Operations

• Sets up, coordinates and monitors the operation of electronic computer equipment, such as printers, tape and disk drives
• Selects and loads input and output, observes operation of equipment, control panels, error lights, verification printouts, error messages and faulty output
• Researches error messages and may manipulate console to properly sequence job steps after a job is interrupted
• Ensures all necessary data files are accounted for and available in order to initiate each processing task
• Monitors database systems in accordance with a schedule of operations
• Identifies hardware and software malfunctions and takes appropriate corrective action as necessary to resolve operating problems
• Maintains scheduled reports of operations activities including trouble reports, logs, etc.
• Maintains inventory of expendable supplies and may restock paper, printer ribbons, etc.

Production Control

• Determines computing resource requirements, such as computer time, memory, and priority considerations
• Schedules and monitors ad hoc and production jobs
• Ensures jobs and activities are completed accurately and on-time
• Analyzes internal user procedures, process workflow, and deadlines
• Verifies record count (input and output) for accuracy, microfiche requirements, etc.
• Evaluates processing workload and schedules jobs using job-scheduling software
• Troubleshoots processing problems and resubmits jobs as necessary and / or escalates the problem
• Ensures availability of hardware and associated equipment
• Performs various operations and library functions, such as back-up and error recovery, data / document control and report output distribution
• Maintains associated production reports and logs
• Ensures that appropriate billing records are generated for each job

Systems Technician

• PC user support, new hire systems setups, and desktop / laptop software evaluations and upgrades
• Provides quick response and maximum uptime for all users and performs end user training when necessary
• Installs and repairs microcomputer hardware and peripheral components such as monitors, keyboards, printers and disk drives
• Assists in determining suitable software to meet user requirements
• Troubleshoots software and hardware failures and identifies network problems when they relate to personal computers
• May require PC system experience in a LAN environment, strong understanding of Windows operating systems, experience with all Microsoft Office products as well as troubleshooting experience and understanding of e-mail
• Provides technical on-site maintenance and support for new and existing systems
• This job may include any aspect of field support, and is not limited to system hardware and software, PC’s, and IP networking
• All other duties as assigned