Computer Operator in Information Technology (Part Time)

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid medical premiums

Generous time off

Longevity pay

Retirement plan

Job summary

UTHealth Houston is seeking a part-time computer operator to support systems administrators and monitor electronic computers and peripherals. The role is an entry-level position offering twenty hours per week.

You will monitor data center consoles, prepare daily reports, and coordinate with management on system issues, while providing training to fellow operators and ensuring secure access to end-user data. The position requires an Associate's Degree in computer science or related field.

Qualifications

• Advanced computer skills.
• Experience managing HR activities (recruiting, hiring, training, evaluations, salary planning).
• Safety training and handling of potentially hazardous materials and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Monitors data center consoles and prepares daily shift schedules.
• Develops and implements procedures for daily reports.
• Advises management on system problems and coordinates operator training.
• Operates printers and distributes reports to end-users.
• Coordinates events with outside vendors and ensures multi-platform availability.

Skills

Advanced computer skills

HR activities management

Safety training awareness

Education

Associate's Degree in computer science or related field

Job description

What we do here changes the world.

UTHealth Houston is Texas’s resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.

Once you join us, you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:

Benefits

• 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time - all of which equate to around 37-38 days per year)
• The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
• Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
• Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!

We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as:

Work & Life Services

• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
• Other employee discounts, including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care
• Plus many more!

Position Summary

UTHealth Houston is looking for a part-time computer operator, which is a very entry-level position. The employee provides basic support to systems administrators and monitors electronic digital computers and peripheral equipment. You will be working a part-time schedule of twenty hours.

Position Key Accountabilities

• Supports the data center through monitoring system consoles and prepares a daily work schedule for all shifts.
• Formulates and implements new procedures for the production of daily reports.
• Advises management of existing and/or potential system problems.
• Develops and coordinates training for all operators.
• Operates laser and impact printer. Distributes printed reports to end-users.
• Prepares and coordinates events with outside vendors.
• Assures multi-platforms are available for end-users.
• Provides secure personnel data to end-users through microfiche.
• May provide work direction and guidance to personnel within the department. May lead projects and activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills

• Advanced computer skills
• Manages Human Resources activities of the department in regard to recruiting and selection, hiring and termination, training, professional development, mentoring, counseling, performance evaluations, and salary planning.
• Work may involve handling biohazardous, chemical, and radiological materials, as well as operating associated equipment. Required safety training and appropriate engineering and administrative controls, including the use of personal protective equipment, must be followed.

Minimum Education

Associate's Degree in computer science, related field, or relevant experience in lieu of education. required

Minimum Experience

None required unless there is no formal higher education. High school graduates will need at least two years of experience.

Physical Requirements

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive

This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code

• 51.215 and Texas Government Code
• 411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code
• 117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R.
• 791.4.

Residency Requirement

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.