Computer Operator

Position Description:

Client: Public Sector

Job Title: Computer Operator

Location: Washington, DC 20020

Duration: 6 Months

Local candidates only — only applicants based in the DMV area will be considered.

The client has shifts Monday through Sunday. We operate 365 days a year, including holidays and weekends. The monthly schedule is typically released 2 to 3 weeks in advance. Normally, each operator will have around 5-8 night shifts per month.

Qualifications:

·      Extensive knowledge of the functions of various computer operating systems to monitor activities internal to the systems and in searching for and identifying problem conditions that affect system operating efficiency in accepting and processing jobs.

·      Knowledge of Microsoft Office and operating features of a personal computer. Skill in the use of a computer keyboard.

·      General knowledge of File Transfer Protocol (FTP) and Virtual Private Networks (VPN) in order to transfer data securely.

·      Knowledge of network file system and USB file transfers to transfer data from internal control system to a thumb drive and then to network file server.

·      Ability to maintain accuracy in performing repetitive work where speed and accuracy are of importance.

·      Experience in Information Technology environment on Microsoft Windows environment.

·      Knowledge necessary to diagnose and solve simple computer system problems. Incumbent must be able to learn new IT techniques within a reasonable time frame.

·      Ability to effectively comprehend SOPs, reports, test scripts, and other related materials.