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Hardware Technician

What is the job all about?
The job of the Technician is to install, configure, test, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot end user workstation hardware, networked peripheral devices, and networking hardware products. He has to work with end users to identify and deliver required PC service levels. Liaise with and provide training and support to, end users and staff on computer operation and other issues. Perform on-site analysis, diagnosis, and resolution of complex PC problems for a variety of end users, and recommend and implement corrective hardware solutions, including off-site repair as needed. Receive and respond to incoming calls, pages, and / or e-mails regarding PC and / or hardware problems.

 

Can I go for it?
If you love tinkering and fixing PC’s, laptops and the like then this is an ideal job for you. Many PC users know only to use the PC for doing documentation work, but when it comes to fixing a problem they are lost. So hardware technicians are the need of the hour –if you are mobile and can go from House to House all the more profitable for you.

 

All you need to do is :

  1. Give the best service needed and ensure the Customer understands what you have done. Due to Virus attacks PC’s can crash-now to be able to bring the PC back without losing Data is what is best you do for a client. For this you need good mastery of your trade.
  2. Develop and maintain an inventory of all monitors, keyboards, hard drives, modems, printers, scanners, and other peripheral equipment.
  3. Monitor and test PC performance and provide PC performance statistics and reports.

 

Is there a future in this field?
I cannot see PC’ and Laptops going anywhere any soon –so yes the future is bright. You need to keep up with ever changing Technology and give the Customer the best service -so you can then expect recall business.

 

Where do I start?
In Goa

You can do a formal course after SSC with ITI or you can join one of the private training outfits that help you learn all the nuances of the PS and it’ maintenance. Jet King, Bhalchandra Technologies, NIIT, Libra Computers and MICE are some of the well known Institutes.

 

Employment Avenues
There are several companies like Reddington, Arteksystems that constantly are on the look out for efficient technicians. Besides bigger companies also need Technicians to service the PC of all their staff.

 

Monies:
Good monies especially if you a thinking of launching out on your own.

 

Please do not be satisfied with just acquiring a Degree/Diploma – try and enhance your CV by doing online learning programs (with a certificate) of programs relevant to your choice of career. Your chances of employment will be much better than just a plain degree/diploma.

Please check this website under other details for places you can learn online. Also try and develop your confidence by doing a public speaking training program with people like Toast Masters International.

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