Computer Network Technician

Employer

Crafty Penguins

Languages

English

Education

Master's degree

Work setting

• Help desk
• Consulting firm
• Server farm
• Information technology (IT) infrastructure

Tasks

• Coordinate access and use of computer networks
• Install software
• Install web server hardware and software
• Load printer with paper and forms
• Maintain, troubleshoot and administer the use of local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), mainframe networks and computer workstations and peripheral equipment
• Monitor the performance of computer systems and networks
• Troubleshoot, maintain and upgrade web server hardware and software
• Evaluate and install computer hardware, networking software and operating system software
• Provide problem-solving services to network users
• Implement data, software and hardware security procedures
• Perform routine network start up and close down and maintain control records
• Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations
• Set up local area networks and connections to the Internet
• Implement network traffic and security monitoring software, and optimize server performance
• Modify Web pages, applets and scripts
• Research and apply meta-data to Websites and register Websites with search engines
• Respond to requests for help and information from Website visitors and Website designers
• Perform Web-server backup and recovery operations
• Supervise technical staff

Supervision

No supervision responsibility

Communication protocols

• TCP/IP
• HTTP

Computer and technology knowledge

• Development and operations (DevOps)
• Virtualization
• Linux
• Unix
• Networking software
• Networking hardware
• Networking security
• Extranet
• Intranet
• Internet
• Servers
• File management software
• Security software
• Mail server software
• Communication software
• Programming software
• Website creation and management software
• Information technology
• Database software
• Programming languages
• Software development
• Spreadsheet
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Firewall
• PHP
• MySQL
• SQL
• Linux OS
• Python
• Cloud
• Ubuntu
• Apache Flex

Security and safety

Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Sitting

Own tools/equipment

• Computer
• Internet access
• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Creativity
• Dedication

Screening questions

• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the equipment you need to work from home (like internet and a workspace)?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

Employment terms options

Flexible hours

Experience

5 years or more

Employment terms options

• On call
• Overtime available

Workplace information

Remote

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Team building opportunities
• Travel insurance
• Wellness program

Support for persons with disabilities

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports persons with disabilities

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees

Support for Indigenous people

Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations

Support for mature workers

• Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
• Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)

Supports for visible minorities

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities
• Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities