COMPUTER TECHNICIAN
Computer Technology Department

The Computer Technician role is integral to the smooth operation of city operations. This exciting & challenging position offers opportunities to engage with technology, ensuring that the community stays connected & efficient. By troubleshooting & implementing computer systems, this role enhances productivity & contributes directly to Salina's progress & innovation. Employees in this role become key players in enabling the city's digital initiatives, making it an indispensable asset to Salina's growth & development.

Career Advancement: Systems Administrator, Database Administrator, Network Administrator

On-the-Job Training: New technicians join a team-focused environment where they learn alongside experienced professionals. These mentors help them handle real technical challenges & solve problems effectively. The training is hands-on, giving each technician better skills in computer technologies & practices. This supportive setting allows for constant learning & skill improvement. It helps build a strong base for a lasting & rewarding career in technology.

Duties:
Performs desktop computer systems-related tasks, including but not limited to:
· Assists in the implementation of desktop computers.
· Helps computer users with computer problems & problem-solving technical & operational difficulties.
· Operates host computer system; provides general computer network support.
· Responds to desktop computer issues; updates peripherals; loads & configures software; configures devices for access to host computer system; identifies problems & provides potential solutions.
· Maintains accurate & updated inventory; keeps detailed records of installations, testing, preventative maintenance, repairs, & detailed project logs & records.
· Documents all computer events.
· Provides general support to computer networks.
· Communicates clearly & appropriately to all department personnel; forwards unresolved problems to supervisor in a timely manner.
· Performs overtime as needed & other duties as assigned.

Education:
· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Technology.
· A+ certification**

Experience:
· Four (4) years of experience in desktop computer hardware & software installation in Windows 10 & Microsoft Office 2010 or higher.

Requirements:
· Must live within 40-minute response time.
· Must possess a valid Kansas driver’s license.

Work Type:
· Medium, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
· Office setting.

Equipment:
· Computer, copy machine, fax machine, monitor, printer, scanner, tablet, & telephone.

Hours:
· Monday – Friday.
· 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
· On-call schedule rotation.

Starting Pay DOQ:
· $22.87-23.98/hr.
· $47,507 – 49,878/yr.
· Additional $1.50/hour paid for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. & before 6:00 a.m.

Paid Time Off:
· 48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year).
· 96 hours of sick leave during first year.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace: We consider applicants for all jobs without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, or familial status.  Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department at 785-309-5710.

TH 08/07/2025