Computer Service Technician


Also known as: Computer Technician

Computer technicians are responsible for maintaining computers. The area of expertise for a technician is the hardware element of computing systems.

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Duties

  • Assemble new hardware and install running systems and programs.
  • Maintain hardware at its optimum performance level, diagnose faults and make repairs.
  • Upgrade or replace hardware such as monitors, CPU, keyboards and internal components.

Skills Required

  • enjoy working with electrical, electronic and mechanical systems
  • enjoy solving practical problems
  • good hand-eye coordination
  • good eyesight and normal colour vision
  • good communication skills
  • enjoy working with computers.

Salary

$30 000 - $50 000

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