Information Technology Student

Job Responsibility:

Located in the south-central region of B.C., the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) covers an area over 10,400 km2 and is renowned for its orchards, vineyards and golf courses, as well as its widely varied landscape including deserts, mountains and valleys, pristine lakes and outdoor recreational opportunities.

The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen is currently recruiting for a temporary, full-time Information Technology (IT) Student to join the Information Services team. The IT Student will support Information Services staff to complete assigned tasks associated with the day-to-day technical operation of Regional District services.

Reporting to the Systems Administrator, the IT Student will be responsible for:

• Assisting with hardware and software implementations and support at RDOS facilities.
• Providing assistance, advice and informal training to staff on the use of computer equipment and basic software applications such as Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint etc.
• Assisting with the operation of the RDOS Help Desk and responds to Help Desk tickets as directed by Information Services staff members.
• Maintaining Information Systems Department documentation for hardware, software and operational procedures.
• Assisting with data communications equipment setup and configuration which may include network switches, routers, wireless access points and devices, point to point wireless equipment and other related technology.

Qualifications:

• hold “Student” status meaning that the individual must be attending, just completed or returning to school, college, or university.
• Currently enrolled in a minimum two-year information technology related program.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Good physical condition with sufficient strength to handle and move computer equipment when required.
• Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions.
• Experience working with the public and providing customer service.
• Ability to work efficiently with limited supervision.
• Ability to communicate in a courteous and tactful manner.
• Ability to work on a number of concurrent tasks with deadline pressures.
• Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Valid BC Driver's Licence and clear driver's abstract.
• Flexibility to work weekends.

This temporary, full-time position is included in the BCGEU bargaining unit. The wage for the position is $25.12 per hour (January-June) and $25.37(July-December), plus 15% in lieu of all benefits.

Application Deadlin e: 4:00 pm, March 28, 2025

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We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.