Occupation
Computer User Support Specialists
Provide technical assistance to computer users. Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or electronically. May provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems.
$61,860 medianBelow-avg outlookTraining or associate
O*NET 31.0 · 15-1232.00
A typical week, in the words of people in the job
- 01Modify and customize commercial programs for internal needs.
- 02Refer major hardware or software problems or defective products to vendors or technicians for service.
- 03Inspect equipment and read order sheets to prepare for delivery to users.
- 04Read trade magazines and technical manuals, or attend conferences and seminars to maintain knowledge of hardware and software.
- 05Conduct office automation feasibility studies, including workflow analysis, space design, or cost comparison analysis.
- 06Hire, supervise, and direct workers engaged in special project work, problem-solving, monitoring, and installation of data communication equipment and software.
- 07Oversee the daily performance of computer systems.
- 08Answer user inquiries regarding computer software or hardware operation to resolve problems.
- 09Install and perform minor repairs to hardware, software, or peripheral equipment, following design or installation specifications.
- 10Enter commands and observe system functioning to verify correct operations and detect errors.
- 11Set up equipment for employee use, performing or ensuring proper installation of cables, operating systems, or appropriate software.
- 12Read technical manuals, confer with users, or conduct computer diagnostics to investigate and resolve problems or to provide technical assistance and support.
Task statements ranked by how many workers report them · O*NET 31.0
What the posting will be called
Computer Support SpecialistComputer Tech (Computer Technician)IS Tech (Information Systems Technician)IT Specialist (Information Technology Specialist)Desktop Support Technician (Desktop Support Tech)Help Desk AnalystHelp Desk Tech (Help Desk Technician)IT Support Specialist (Information Technology Support Specialist)IT Tech (Information Technology Technician)Technical Support Specialist
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Knowledge the job leans on
Computers and ElectronicsCustomer and Personal ServiceTelecommunicationsEnglish LanguageEducation and TrainingMechanicalEngineering and TechnologyAdministration and Management
Skills that carry over from service
Complex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision MakingService OrientationSocial PerceptivenessInstructingOperations MonitoringTroubleshootingSystems Analysis