Technology Support Specialist

Position Type:

Technology/Computer Technician

Date Posted:
2/5/2025

Location:
Walnut Trails Elementary School

District:
Minooka CCSD #201

Technology Support Specalist

Primary Functions (Job Goal):

The Technology Support Specalist would be a district level position who is stationed at a school building as a home base, providing support at that building first and others when needed.

Reports To (Accountability):

Director of Information Technology (I.T.), Building Principal

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Performance Responsibilities

Provides Level 1 technology support for all hardware and software at building

Leads and/or supports district technology initiatives

Maintains inventory of hardware and software at the building

Manages staff and student accounts and performs bulk uploads of staff or student accounts as necessary

Installs, maintains and provides any necessary upgrades to various information, communication and surveillance systems and services as assigned

Participates in the testing and implementation of software upgrades or releases

Assists schools with advanced audio/video setups and configurations

Assists in the overall monitoring of Minooka 201 Network & Server Operations

Provides building coverage for other buildings in the event of absences

Provides basic Student Information System (and gradebook) support

Performs other duties as assigned by Director of I.T., or building principal

Qualifications:

Solid understanding of computers and laptops, and troubleshooting software and hardware issues

Ability to solve problems independently or work cooperatively in a team

Basic understanding of computer networks and troubleshooting network connectivity issues

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to learn how to replace parts in a chromebook e.g., screen, keyboard

Physical Requirements

The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands:

Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, due to needing to lift and transport computer-related equipment.

Occasional carrying, pulling, using a ladder, and/or pushing.

Occasional crouching and/or crawling.

Term of Employment

260 Days; Starting Rate: $21.25 /hour

Evaluation

The performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy on the Evaluation of Non-Certified Staff.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Shorewood, IL 60404: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person