Asset Technician

Beacon Technologies, Inc; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Asset Technician to manage physical assets at our client’s Technology Services hardware depot. You will track orders, assign IDs and barcodes, and schedule distribution and installation of orders across district locations.

Maintain inventory of CPUs, printers, monitors, cables, docks, and related parts to support district hardware replacement strategies. You will participate in asset allocation, setup, and implementation of hardware and software, adhere to

Qualifications

• Four years (8,000 hours) related work experience, including at least two years (4,000 hours) in asset management duties in a medium-to-large environment (500-2000 workstations).
• Demonstrated knowledge of inventory management principles and best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provides inventory management services for Technology Services assets.
• Maintains an inventory management system for accurate tracking of all technology assets.
• Maintains an orderly storage system for all Technology Services assets and facilitates removal of assets from inventory.

Skills

Inventory management

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Planning

Technical troubleshooting

Job description

Beacon is seeking an Asset Technician for our client partner. The Asset Technician will be responsible for management of the physical assets at our client’s Technology Services hardware depot. Responsibilities of the position include tracking orders within the asset management system, assigning identification numbers and barcode tags to each item upon delivery and scheduling the distribution and installation of orders. The individual in this position will be responsible for maintaining a constant inventory of CPUs, printers, monitors, docks, cables and all other associated repair and replacement parts and pieces. This position will assist in the maintenance of the district-wide strategy for replacing outdated hardware and software across all campus locations. The person in this position will be responsible for effectively managing and documenting the process of distribution and tracking assets.

This position participates in the allocation, setup and implementation of hardware, software and ancillary devices throughout the district. This position follows policies and monitors technology assets in accordance with IT policies and standards and laws and regulations. Position will aide in responding to incident tickets / hardware maintenance requests and replacement of dysfunctional equipment. The person in this position will aide in effectively managing and documenting the process of distribution and tracking of assets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Provides inventory management services for Technology Services assets.
• Maintains an inventory management system for accurate tracking of all technology assets.
• Maintains a consistent supply of hardware to include repair/replacement parts, CPU’s, printers, monitors, cables, docks, and all other equipment necessary to maintain the efficient technological functioning of all District locations.
• Maintains an orderly and organized storage system for all technology services assets.
• Organizes and facilitates the removal of technology services assets from inventory.
• Maintains the order tracking system for all inbound technology services assets.
• Receives inbound shipments and assigns unique identification numbers to each item. Creates and affixes I.D. tag and bar code to all assets.
• Enters unique I.D. tracking numbers into inventory management system along with other pertinent use information.
• Maintains an in-depth knowledge of Technology Services support products and services.
• Maintains a strong knowledge of the incident management system and reporting functionality.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated technical competence in a customer support environment, maintenance procedures and system capabilities and limitations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of inventory management principles and best practices.

Skilled In:

• Demonstrated strong organizational skills.
• Strong understanding of time and resource management.
• Demonstrated advanced problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated advanced planning and preparation skills.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and decision-making skills.

Ability To:

• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and successfully work independently.
• Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written, by phone, via email or in person.
• Ability to identify all affected parties as decisions are made and effectively communicates potential issues and planned resolutions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on concurrent projects to successful completion.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds regularly.
• Ability to climb a 12-ft. ladder while carrying and/or installing or troubleshooting equipment (i.e. projectors, bulbs, etc.)

Demonstrated ability to:

• Define the problem and issues (for a request).
• Identify all parties (stakeholders).
• Perform the necessary root-cause analysis.
• Maintain on-going operational/production support, including monitoring.
• Perform periodic reviews of the process and provide feedback.
• Share lessons learned with team for continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four years (8,000 hours) related work experience to include at least two years (4,000 hours) work experience performing asset management duties in a medium-to-large work environment (500-2000 workstations).

About Beacon Technologies

Are you looking to advance your career in information technology? Beacon Technologies offers career advancement opportunities, extensive training, and excellent benefits including paying for health and dental premiums for salaried employees. In addition to providing interesting opportunities, Beacon Technologies provides that old fashioned, personal touch, so you feel like a part of the Beacon team.

Beacon Technologies, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer with a functioning Aff It is the policy of Beacon Technologies, Inc. to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin,genetic information, ethnicity, ancestry, disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Beacon Technologies, Inc. prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.