Jan 22 2010

We need a new IT Technician

We’re hiring! Copy and pasted from our job listing:

hairyLemon is a leading technology company that requires a IT Technician with 1-2 years experience, with proven Hardware, Software and Networking skills. The candidate must be very familiar with Microsoft applications, operating systems, and various internet browsers, and preferably experience in supporting and trouble-shooting Virus and connection issues. You will also be familiar with supporting various hardware platforms including desktops, laptops, and possibly servers. You must be well organised, possess good written and oral communication skills, have the ability to provide knowledgeable, courteous, and prompt technical support to internal and external customers. Have excellent project management and time management skills, and be able to pick up and implement systems quickly. You will also create, update and follow-up on support cases to track and document customer related inquiries.
Knowledge of web related systems (DNS, hosting etc) helpful but not essential; Knowledge of Linux also helpful but not essential.
The role is often changing, and someone keen to learn new things will never be bored here.
To be considered for a role, you must be already in NZ and must be legally able to commence work with the normal amount of notice to your current employer.

hairyLemon is a leading technology company that requires a IT Technician with 1-2 years experience, with proven Hardware, Software and Networking skills. The candidate must be very familiar with Microsoft applications, operating systems, and various internet browsers, and preferably experience in supporting and trouble-shooting Virus and connection issues. You will also be familiar with supporting various hardware platforms including desktops, laptops, and possibly servers. You must be well organised, possess good written and oral communication skills, have the ability to provide knowledgeable, courteous, and prompt technical support to internal and external customers. Have excellent project management and time management skills, and be able to pick up and implement systems quickly. You will also create, update and follow-up on support cases to track and document customer related inquiries.

Knowledge of web related systems (DNS, hosting etc) helpful but not essential; Knowledge of Linux also helpful but not essential.

The role is often changing, and someone keen to learn new things will never be bored here.

To be considered for a role, you must be already in NZ and must be legally able to commence work with the normal amount of notice to your current employer.

We have a pretty relaxed work environment, and the occasional bonus like a free weekend in a nice resort if we find a good new hire :)

Drop me a line (roy AT hairylemon DOT co DOT nz) and I’ll put you in touch with the right folks.


Jan 14 2010

Haiti Earthquake Emergency Response

The good folks at givealittle are supporting the Red Cross in their emergency response to the recent disastrous earthquake in Haiti. Please donate a few dollars using the widget to your right.

Thank you.


Oct 23 2009

Every time I build a form in ColdFusion …

Every time I build a form in ColdFusion, I think “I should write a script to automate this process”. And then I think “there’s no point, this is bound to be the last time I have to go through this pain”.

Every time.


Sep 30 2009

Tsunami: deaths reported in Samoa and Tonga

Please consider donating a small amount to the Red Cross to help with tsunami relief work. Follow the link to your right.

Thank you.


Sep 9 2009

A nice little Twitter tool

Just today I just came across the Twictures web site.

Update: Twictures seems to be permanently down.

Update 2: updated the links to the Twictures and images.

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Sep 7 2009

Father’s Day

So yesterday was Father’s Day here in New Zealand.

I guess a day like this means different things to different people. I have a lot of love and respect for my Dad, and I’m thoroughly enjoying being a Dad myself, so the day has a positive feel for me.

This year Father’s Day started far too early when my daughter — she’s 7 — woke me so she could make me breakfast in bed. She couldn’t reach the toaster, so brought bread and jam to my bedside and made me a sandwich. She evidently decided that a cup of water wasn’t sufficient, and brought be a bottle of beer from the fridge too. It didn’t really matter what happened after that: my day could only be a good one after that start.

Being Dad is awesome. I just wanted to say that.