Municipality of Colchester Careers
Summer Student- PC Technician, IT Department
Description
Centrally located within Nova Scotia between two extraordinary coastlines, Colchester is a progressive rural municipality that offers an unparalleled work-life balance. It is a place that is affordable, welcoming, family focused, rich in diverse culture and natural beauty with thriving businesses and access to all the modern amenities typically found in an urban setting – without the common stresses of living in an urban setting.
The Municipality of Colchester is committed to treating people fairly, with respect and dignity. Our goal is to continue to move forward as a diverse and inclusive community representative of the citizens we serve by offering equal opportunities free of biases. We have formed an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee to keep us accountable and to help us reach this goal.
The Municipality encourages all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify on their applications.
About the role: We are looking for a motivated and tech-savvy student to join our IT department for the summer as a PC Technician. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience troubleshooting computer hardware, installing and configuring software, and supporting end-users in a fast-paced environment. If you have a passion for technology, strong problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn, we’d love to hear from you! Responsibilities to include:
· PC Setup & Configuration: Set up and configure desktops, laptops, printers, and other computer peripherals.
· Software Installation & Updates: Install and update software, operating systems, and drivers as needed.
· Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to hardware, software, and networks.
· User Support: Provide basic help desk support for internal staff, escalating issues to the IT team when necessary.
· Documentation: Accurately record and track issues, solutions, and equipment inventory in ticketing systems or documentation logs.
Salary: $18.50/hr, full-time Monday-Friday (4-month term May-August)
Qualities to succeed in the role:
· Eagerness to learn, adapt, and take initiative
· Time management and organizational skills
· Ability to communicate technical concepts in user-friendly manner.
Education & experience required:
· Post-secondary student enrolled in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field and returning to studies in the fall.
· Basic knowledge of hardware components and operating systems (Windows, macOS).
· Familiarity with common office productivity software (Microsoft Office 365, Adobe Creative Cloud, etc.)
· Basic networking knowledge (IP addressing, Wi-Fi troubleshooting) is a plus.
Why Join Us?
Hands-On Experience: Get real-world IT and technical support experience under the mentorship of skilled professionals.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a friendly, supportive team dedicated to helping you learn and grow.
Career Development: Build a foundation for future roles in IT and tech support.
The Municipality supports the principles of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Act and the principles of inclusion for persons with disabilities in the Nova Scotia Accessibility Act. Applicants are encouraged to contact Human Resources at (902) 843-4193 should assistance be required throughout the application and hiring process.
The submission deadline is April 11, 2025 at 4:30pm. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Compensation
$18.50 per hour