Asset Specialist I

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The UF Surplus PC/AV Shop is the computer and electronic diagnostic facility that is responsible for the appropriate disposition and sustainability of all “information technology” and electronic property surveyed out as surplus by all UF departments. UF Surplus fulfills UF's sustainability commitment by reducing UF's technology waste by reusing technology within UF, reselling to the public or donating technology to the community, and recycling technology that is no longer viable. The OPS performs the following:

Test, troubleshoot, clean (includes data wiping hard drives), repair, configure, optimize, upgrade, and renovate various forms of technology received in UF Surplus. Learn how to support PC hardware including installation, troubleshooting and component replacement on items such as laptops, monitors, scanners, cameras, and projectors. Shop tools will be provided.

Make ready, photograph, enter and update Asset Management database for item specifications before placing them on public auction website (including Direct Sales).

Separate items and sort through boxes that come into UF Surplus to place items in proper locations. Items not sustainable will be palletized and sent to the E-Waste Recycler.

Requirements

• Physically able to lift/move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work in extreme temperatures in a warehouse environment.
• Knowledge of IT equipment.
• Ability to lift heavy objects when needed.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work activities.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to project a positive and professional attitude with others.

Responsibilities

• Test, troubleshoot, clean (includes data wiping hard drives), repair, configure, optimize, upgrade, and renovate various forms of technology received in UF Surplus.
• Support PC hardware including installation, troubleshooting and component replacement on items such as laptops, monitors, scanners, cameras, and projectors.
• Make ready, photograph, enter and update Asset Management database for item specifications before placing them on public auction website (including Direct Sales).
• Separate items and sort through boxes that come into UF Surplus to place items in proper locations.
• Palletize items not sustainable to be sent to the E-Waste Recycler.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed