Computer Operator jobs in Troy, NY

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Job Summary:

The Computer Operator or Sr. Computer Operator performs standard operational procedures and provides support services for internal and external users of the computers and peripheral equipment. The incumbent is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of information and services in a multi-disciplined computing environment, including initiating and monitoring application programs and systems utilities, and quality control.

Minimum Qualifications:

Computer Operator -

• High School diploma or G.E.D
• 1 or more years experience with computer and network equipment and operating software or relevant combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid US driver’s license.

Sr. Computer Operator -

• High School diploma or G.E.D
• 3 years progressively responsible related experience

Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Microsoft products and computer networks.
• Requires planning, organizing and effective time management skills.
• Requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Requires ability to anticipate and solve problems.
• Ability to work independently, under pressure in a variety of technical situations and meet established goals and objectives.
• Requires excellent customer service skills

Shift: 2nd Shift - 3PM - 11PM, Friday - Tuesday (includes some weekends and/or holidays)

Expected Hiring Range: $17.25 - $19.85 / hr

• The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Benefits Summary:

• Affordable & premium medical, dental, vision insurance (immediate eligibility, FSA available)
• Employer paid life insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D, travel insurance
• 1% employee contribution to 8% employer contribution on 403(b)
• Supplemental Retirement
• 90% Tuition Assistance (staff/spouse/children)
• 16 Paid Holidays Generous PTO
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Center access
• Automobile purchasing discounts (defined)
• Plus, much more!

We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.25 - $19.85 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overnight shift

Work Location: In person