SENIOR MICROCOMPUTER REPAIR TECHNICIAN 7180

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class assigns and supervises the maintenance and repair work of Microcomputer Repair Technicians. At times, the incumbent installs, maintains, tests and repairs a variety of microcomputers and related equipment. The incumbent exercises considerable initiative and technical independence in the performance of duties. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed by an administrative supervisor through examination of completed work reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Inspects the work of technicians to insure that repairs and maintenance have been satisfactorily completed;

Trains new technicians in use of advanced testing equipment and repair techniques;

Establishes preventive maintenance schedules; and maintains appropriate records;

Assists in shop repair of those microcomputers that cannot be repaired in the field;

Reads and interprets electrical sketches and blueprints;

Maintains inventory records and orders necessary parts and supplies.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS Thorough knowledge of microcomputer technology and repair techniques; good knowledge of the basic principles and theories of electricity; good knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the electrical trade; skill in use and maintenance of necessary electrical and electro-mechanical tools and testing devices; ability to perform required duties in repair and maintenance of microcomputers and auxiliary equipment; ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints; ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of others in a manner conductive to full performance and high morale; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Either:

(a) Graduation from a New York State or Regionally accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree in Electrical Technology or a related field, and three (3) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of solid state electronic equipment or circuitry; or,

(b) Completion of a certificate program in Electronic Technology from a technical school recognized by the State Department of Education, and four (4) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of solid state electronic equipment or circuitry; or,

(c) Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and five (5) years of experience in the repair and maintenance solid state electronic equipment or circuitry; or,

(d) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (a), (b) and (c).

PROMOTIONAL

Two (2) years of permanent status as a Microcomputer Repair Technician.

R9/22/98

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

RR1/23/03