Computer Hardware Maintenance Engineer II at West African Examination Council - WAEC

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with at least Second Class Lower Division in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering or allied discipline
• Additional Qualification: ComTIA A+ Certification
• Minimum of 3 years post NYSC work experience.

Expected to have the following Demonstrable Abilities:

• Installation and configuration of Computer Hardware, Printers, Scanners, Operating Systems and Applications
• Monitor, maintain and repair faulty Computer Systems, which include desktops, laptops, printers, scanners, etc.; and Install Updates to existing Software as well as cope effectively with the replacement of spare parts.
• Update and Upgrade existing Computer Systems and peripherals to ensure compatibility with the latest Software iterations.
• Provide support, including procedural documentation and relevant reports
• Set up new user’s accounts and profiles
• Test and evaluate new technology
• Recommend Computer Systems and peripherals based on end-user’s business needs
• Create manuals and train others on hardware and software installations
• Vast knowledge of Windows Operating Systems
• Basic understanding of Computer Networking.

Desirable Attributes
Applicants Must:

• Be able to use Personal Computers, MS Office software package and have knowledge of web-based systems;
• Be self-motivated and able to write good reports; analyse and review research reports; be able to work extra hours with little or no supervision;
• Be a team player with good inter-personal skills and be open and able to lead change;
• Possess influencing, analytical and communication skills;
• Be an organiser/planner with ability to be flexible and to be able to successfully implement ideas.
• All Applicants must possess five (5) credits in SSCE/WASSCE including English Language and Mathematics at a sitting or six (6) credits at not more than two (2) sittings including English Language and Mathematics. Applicants should not be more than forty (40) years of age as at the close of the Advertisement.

Salary and Conditions of Service

• The salary paid by the Council is very attractive. Point of entry into the salary scales will depend on qualifications and experience. The successful applicants will enjoy very good remuneration package that is in line with the Council’s Conditions of Service and will also be assured of full career development within the organisation.