How to Gain Employment as a PC Repair Technician

Learn how to find a personal computer repair job.

A personal computer (PC) repair technician helps maintain computers and computer-related equipment, such as printers. According to a July 2010 Diploma Guide report, the technician performs computer repairs, completes maintenance tasks and uses equipment for troubleshooting. Finding a PC repair technician job includes finishing an educational or training program, obtaining certification, using online job boards and utilizing professional networks.

Instructions

1. Ask a PC repair technician about spending time watching a computer repair. A computer repair job can take hours, so you want to know if you have the personality for the job.

2. Decide on how you want to obtain personal computer repair technician knowledge. Explore your educational and training options, ranging from a formal education to job training. For example, you can choose an associate's degree in applied science or computer science, according to a July 2010 Diploma Guide report. Another option is finishing a short-term vocational training program.

3. Ask about the core courses needed for your PC repair technician degree. According to a July 2010 report on the Degree Directory, some core courses include computer maintenance and repair, computer electronics and introduction to operation systems, such as Linux. Each repair technician program is different, and you want to receive a well-rounded education.

4. Find out if the educational or training program offers career services, which can include help with resume writing and interviewing for computer repair jobs. Check any written documents to support this information, including testimonials from past PC repair students.

5. Obtain PC repair technician certification to gain an employment edge, which includes A+ certification. The COMPTIA A+ certification provides a international certification in computer areas, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance. Design a resume to highlight your completed courses and certification. Find repair technician employment by using online job boards, attending computer-related job fairs and networking with PC repair technicians.

Tips & Warnings

• Continue updating computer skills.

• Join computer professional associations.

• Practice working on old computers.

• Do not cut corners when repairing personal computers.

• Follow computer safety instructions from your instructors.

• Make sure your PC repair technician program provides career services.

References

• Diploma Guide: PC Maintenance Technician Career Overview
• Degree Directory: What are the Core Courses of a Computer Repair Degree

Resources

• CompTIA: CompTIA A+