Classroom Support Tech

The Classroom Technology Support Technician is responsible for providing technical support and assistance to faculty, staff, and students in utilizing classroom technology resources. This role focuses on ensuring the efficient operation of audio-visual equipment, computing equipment, and other technology systems in classrooms and instructional spaces.

Provide prompt and effective technical support to faculty, staff, and students regarding classroom technology, including audio-visual equipment, computing equipment Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network-related issues with classroom technology systems, identifying root causes and implementing appropriate solutions to minimize disruptions during instructional sessions. Perform regular maintenance tasks, such as firmware updates, software patches, and equipment inspections, to ensure optimal performance and reliability of classroom technology resources. Create and maintain documentation, user guides, and troubleshooting resources to support faculty and students in utilizing classroom technology effectively and independently

Excellent customer service skills, with a focus on delivering high-quality support and building positive relationships Experience in providing technical support and assistance in an educational or instructional environment, preferably in a higher education setting preferred. Proficient troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve technical issues related to classroom technology hardware, software, and network connectivity. Experience with audio-visual equipment including projectors, interactive displays, video conferencing, digital video, and sound is preferred.

Job Summary

Diagnose and resolves complex computing issues and provides expert-level technical support. Configures end user devices. Handles escalated issues from junior staff and trains junior staff.

Essential Functions

Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network-related issues with classroom technology systems, identifying root causes and implementing appropriate solutions to minimize disruptions during instructional sessions.

Perform regular maintenance tasks, such as firmware updates, software patches, and equipment inspections, to ensure optimal performance and reliability of classroom technology resources.

Create and maintain documentation, user guides, and troubleshooting resources to support faculty and students in utilizing classroom technology effectively and independently.

Maintain accurate records of classroom technology equipment, including tracking inventory, repairs, and replacements, and assist with procurement processes as necessary.

Physical Effort

Manual dexterity to manipulate hardware, ability to move equipment, communicate with users, and walk to various campus locations. Must be able to lift and transport computer equipment weighing up to 30 pounds to various campus locations.

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The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status PI241028358