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Career: Computer Support Specialists
Job Description
Provide technical assistance to computer system users. Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone or from remote location. May provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems.
Job Tasks
Importance %age |
Task Description |
100
|
Answer user inquiries regarding computer software or hardware operation to resolve problems. |
99
|
Read technical manuals, confer with users, or conduct computer diagnostics to investigate and resolve problems or to provide technical assistance and support. |
97
|
Refer major hardware or software problems or defective products to vendors or technicians for service. |
94
|
Enter commands and observe system functioning to verify correct operations and detect errors. |
92
|
Oversee the daily performance of computer systems. |
90
|
Install and perform minor repairs to hardware, software, or peripheral equipment, following design or installation specifications. |
89
|
Set up equipment for employee use, performing or ensuring proper installation of cables, operating systems, or appropriate software. |
89
|
Prepare evaluations of software or hardware, and recommend improvements or upgrades. |
87
|
Develop training materials and procedures, or train users in the proper use of hardware or software. |
85
|
Confer with staff, users, and management to establish requirements for new systems or modifications. |
85
|
Read trade magazines and technical manuals, or attend conferences and seminars to maintain knowledge of hardware and software. |
79
|
Maintain records of daily data communication transactions, problems and remedial actions taken, or installation activities. |
63
|
Modify and customize commercial programs for internal needs. |
53
|
Inspect equipment and read order sheets to prepare for delivery to users. |
48
|
Conduct office automation feasibility studies, including workflow analysis, space design, or cost comparison analysis. |
44
|
Hire, supervise, and direct workers engaged in special project work, problem solving, monitoring, and installing data communication equipment and software. |
Work Activities
Importance %age |
Activity Description |
77
|
Interacting With Computers
|
77
|
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
|
67
|
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
|
66
|
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
|
64
|
Getting Information
|
64
|
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
|
62
|
Thinking Creatively
|
62
|
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
|
62
|
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
|
60
|
Handling and Moving Objects
|
60
|
Processing Information
|
59
|
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
|
59
|
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
|
57
|
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
|
55
|
Analyzing Data or Information
|
53
|
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
|
51
|
Documenting/Recording Information
|
51
|
Training and Teaching Others
|
50
|
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
|
49
|
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
|
49
|
Scheduling Work and Activities
|
45
|
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
|
44
|
Coaching and Developing Others
|
43
|
Performing Administrative Activities
|
43
|
Developing Objectives and Strategies
|
43
|
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
|
43
|
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
|
42
|
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
|
41
|
Assisting and Caring for Others
|
41
|
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
|
41
|
Controlling Machines and Processes
|
41
|
Performing General Physical Activities
|
40
|
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
|
40
|
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
|
36
|
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
|
35
|
Selling or Influencing Others
|
34
|
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
|
34
|
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
|
32
|
Developing and Building Teams
|
18
|
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
|
18
|
Staffing Organizational Units
|