Asset Specialist I-OPS-PC

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida is seeking an Asset Specialist I-OPS-PC for the UF Surplus PC/AV Shop on Main Campus in Gainesville, FL. The role supports the disposition and sustainability of information technology assets, including testing, repairing, and updating inventory records.

Candidate will lift equipment up to 50 pounds, work in a warehouse setting, and maintain positive professional relations while following written and verbal instructions.

Qualifications

• Must be physically able to lift/move equipment up to 50 pounds and work in extreme warehouse temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Test, troubleshoot, clean, repair, configure, upgrade, and renovate various forms of technology received in UF Surplus.
• 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 to place items in proper locations; non-sustainable items are palletized and sent to E-Waste Recycler.

Skills

IT equipment knowledge

Lifting heavy objects

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Asset Specialist I-OPS-PC

Job No: 541437

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support

Department: 64405000 - FA-AM-ASSET MANAGEMENT

Job Description

Classification Title: Asset Specialist I-OPS-PC

Classification Minimum Requirements: The person in this position must be physically able to lift/move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and must be able to work in extreme temperatures in a warehouse environment.

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.

Expected Salary: $15/hour

Preferred: This individual is preferred to have a knowledge of IT equipment, ability to lift heavy objects when needed, and excellent communication skills. Ability to organize and coordinate work activities; to follow written and verbal instructions; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and to project a positive and professional attitude with others.

Health Assessment Required

YES

Applications Close

06 October 2026

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.