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Help Desk / Computer Operator

CareersUSA
Schenectady, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/15/2026

CareersUSA, a leader in the staffing industry with over 45 years of experience, has another job opportunity for you:

Our Client is seeking a Computer Operator.

Earn a competitive hourly rate at this full-time position, working from 6:45 AM to 6:45 PM OR 6:45 PM to 6:45 AM on a weekly rotation.

The schedule the first week would be Monday, Tuesday, Friday, & Saturday, while the second week would be Sunday, Wednesday, & Thursday for example.

Job Description:

  • Provides entry level monitoring and troubleshooting for operating equipment, servers, networks and 24x365 adherences to operational procedures, checklists, policies and national IT Best Practices
  • Monitors logical security through use of established tools and procedures and documents issues.
  • Performs entry level troubleshooting of network technologies related to IP network devices and backbone transports
  • Accurately executes daily operational checklists to ensure that all draw processing, day-end processing, system balancing, file system maintenance, change requests, report/file transfers and deliveries, messaging and other system details, system locations/configurations, and internal/external customer requests are completed

Requirements:

  • Minimum of a two year technical college degree
  • 1 to 2 years of comparable experience
  • Able to navigate through Unix/Linux/AIX/VMS/DOS and perform basic commands
  • Working knowledge of FTP/SFTP protocols
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and PC operating systems
  • Customer service experience a plus
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills (in particular phone etiquette skills)
  • Self-motivated with demonstrated initiative and sense of urgency
  • Effective listening skills, ability to organize and plan, attention to detail skills required
  • Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays, 12 hour shifts
  • Ability to work autonomously and within a team

Contact Information:

  • CareersUSA - National Accounts
  • Ph: 561-995-7000 ext. 299 or 561-826-2999
  • Ph: 888-925-HIRE (4473)
  • E-mail: Please submit your resume through this posting or call for alternatives

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Contract

Work Location: In person

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