Rotorua Lakes High School
Information Technology Helpdesk/Support Technician Kaihangarau Āwhina Hangarau Pārongo
Information technology (IT) helpdesk/support technicians set up computer and other IT equipment and help prevent, identify and fix problems with IT hardware and software.
IT helpdesk/support technicians may choose to become certified through professional associations such as the Institute of IT Professionals.
IT helpdesk/support technicians may do some or all of the following:
- identify and solve computer software, hardware and website problems
- analyse user problems and suggest how to prevent future problems
- assemble, install and test computer software, networks and servers
- update and repair equipment
- keep records of software and equipment.
Physical Requirements
IT helpdesk/support technicians spend a lot of time using computers, so they need to know how to use computer equipment properly to avoid occupational overuse syndrome (OOS).
Useful Experience
Useful experience for IT helpdesk/support technicians includes:
- fixing computer hardware or software problems
- computer programming
- customer service or resolving complaints
- designing and creating websites
- hands-on training through IT-related internships and volunteer work.
Personal Qualities
IT helpdesk/support technicians need to be:
- methodical, accurate and patient
- able to work well under pressure, and meet deadlines
- able to work well as part of a team, and with minimal supervision
- skilled at problem solving and decision making
- good communicators.
Useful Experience
Useful experience for IT helpdesk/support technicians includes:
- fixing computer hardware or software problems
- computer programming
- customer service or resolving complaints
- designing and creating websites
- hands-on training through IT-related internships and volunteer work.
Subject Recommendations
A tertiary entrance qualification is required to enter further training. Useful subjects include digital technologies, maths, physics and English.
For Year 11 to 13 students, the Gateway programme is a good way to gain industry experience.
Information Technology Helpdesk/Support Technicians can earn around $46K-$65K per year per year.
Chances of getting a job as a Information Technology Helpdesk/Support Technician are good due to a shortage of people interested in this type of work.
IT helpdesk/support technicians may progress to set up their own IT support business, or move into management roles. They may also become software developers or business analysts.
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