Job Description

Job Description

The College of Science at the University of Nevada, Reno is seeking applications for an IT Technician 5. The purpose of this position is to support the academic computing environment for all departments in the College of Science, specifically teaching labs. The position will maintain and repair over 75 desktop PC workstations in the college academic computer labs; replace and re-image and troubleshoot desktop PC workstations when necessary; maintain a license server for Mining/Metallurgy; and maintain virtual machine hosts running licensing software.

This position will provide desktop PC and Apple Mac support for all computers utilized by staff, faculty, graduate students and postdoctoral scholars in the College of Science, including configuring OS and software according to University Policies and Procedures. This position is responsible for installation, diagnosis, servicing, and repairing microcomputer and peripheral hardware and software, performing upgrades, modifications, and relocations of microcomputer and peripheral hardware and software on computer equipment, and provide user support for faculty and students using the facilities within the college.

In addition, this position will provide technical support for the Fleischmann planetarium for an LED display system, both computer and system hardware and software in the absence of planetarium support staff.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two (2) years of IT work experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of network workstation hardware and software; OR

One (1) year of relevant experience as an IT Technician IV in Nevada State service; OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with desktop computing support is preferred.

Schedule

The typical work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs.

Compensation Grade

Grade 34



In classified service, salary is in Grade and Step. The Step is determined based on the Nevada Administrative Code. Salary placement above a Step 01 at initial appointment is determined based on the recruitment, the candidate’s qualifications, internal equity and budgets. A request to accelerate salary must be approved by Human Resources and abide by the Nevada Administrative Code.



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Perks of PERS

Classified Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire. The PERS retirement plan is beyond compare. Please visit the Benefit Estimator Retirement Calculator for more information.



“I’m so thankful that I followed the path that lead me to a PERS retirement. I was able to retire at age 60 with a paycheck close to my full salary. I watched the solid performance of PERS funds for 25 years. Even in times of a poor economy, PERS kept it together! I’m completely secure and confident that my retirement will always be there for me.” – Robin F.



Perks of Working at UNR

Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance

Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave - Classified Benefits

E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center

Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders

Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.

Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focusing on campus-wide diversity initiatives to ensure we are working to create a diverse and welcoming campus climate. Diversity Groups

Staff Employees’ Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees. SEC holds monthly meetings to provide a forum for employees to participate.