Job Description
COMPUTER LABORATORY TECHNICIAN - LOCUM 1 POSITION REF:
PU/ADV/02/09/2023
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION OF COMPUTER LABORATORY TECHNICIAN -LOCUM
This is a temporary/short term position available for three (3) to six (6) months.
Academic Qualifications
The candidate must have:
i. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or its equivalent from a
recognized institution.
Experience
The candidate must:
i. Have At least three (3) years of relevant work experience from an institution of higher learning
or a large commercial enterprise.
Skills and knowledge
The candidate must have skills in:
• Working knowledge of LAN, WAN and WLAN
• Teamwork skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills
Duties and responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities of the Computer Laboratory Technician – Locum will include but not
limited to:
1. Troubleshoot, analyze and repair problems of computer elements such as desktop computers,
laptops and various components/peripherals of an IT network
2. Prepare reports on conditions of ICT equipment within the university and submit them to the
Director, ICT for decision making.
3. Maintenance of computing systems (hardware, software and networks), data communication
systems and preventive maintenance and repair of ICT equipment.
4. Troubleshoot software and hardware compatibility issues and ensure all failed computer
products and processes are identified and solved.
5. Obtain, set and install computer software for ICT training laboratories to enable user perform
their activities effectively.
6. Assist the ICT Trainers and Computer Technologists in carrying out various
laboratory/workshop activities to support learning in the university.
7. Supervise and guide students on practical attachments in order to produce reliable and
precise information to support research findings.
8. Installation and configuration of Enterprise Resource and Planning software system for
university computers to ensure efficient execution of operational activities.
9. Distribution of procured ICT equipment to departments/campuses to ensure equitable and
effective use of ICT resources.
10. Management of ICT equipment inventory by updating the database regularly to identify any
losses and recommend for upgrade.
11. Management and track user work tickets to ensure proper use of university resources and
assets.
12. Create user accounts in the Domain Name Server for all staff members for official
communication.
13. Install and configuring antivirus software and manage the antivirus server software to combat
new viruses and protect university computers and information from any vulnerability.