Student Assistant IT Desktop Support

University Of Florida; Gainesville, Northern (FL, KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Genetics Institute at the University of Florida is seeking a part-time student OPS non-clerical IT Desktop Support to provide first-level IT assistance on the Main Campus (Gainesville).

The role includes installing and deploying workstations, supporting desktops, laptops, printers, scanners and other peripherals, and troubleshooting Mac and Windows systems. The position may involve email, docs, spreadsheets and research software support.

Qualifications

• UF student with two years of relevant experience.
• Industry certifications can substitute for experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer sciences can substitute for two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-level IT support and research resolutions.
• Install and deploy desktop and mobile devices, printers, and peripherals.
• Support email, documentation, spreadsheets, and research apps; troubleshoot Mac/Windows systems.

Skills

IT Desktop Support

Mac OS

Windows OS

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer sciences

Tools

A+ Certification

Net+ Certification

Server+ Certification

MCP

CCENT

RHCE

ACMT

Job description

Job no: 540957
Work type: Student Ast
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Computer Science, Information Technology
Department: 11760100 - RE-GENETICS INSTITUTE-GENERAL

Classification Title:

N/A

Job Description:

The Genetics Institute is seeking qualified, enthusiastic and motivated applicants to fill the position of part time student OPS non clerical IT Desktop Support. This position provides first-level research and resolution and refers to second-level support when higher technical skills are required to resolve the issue. Assists with the installation and implementation of desktop and mobile computing devices, printers and other peripheral devices, wireless computing and communications devices. Perform new system installations, image and deploy workstations, troubleshoot and support general office and research related applications including but not limited to email, documentation, spreadsheets, stream live video and specialized networking printing. Workstations repair, upgrades and troubleshooting. Support an extensive variety of peripherals like printers, Scanners, Copiers, projectors, faxes and latest smartphone devices. Support Mac and Windows operating systems

Salary commensurate with experience and expertise.

Required Qualifications

UF student and two years of relevant experience; will consider students in relevant computer sciences programs. Industry certifications A+, Net+, Server+, MCP, CCENT, RHCE, ACMT can substitute for 1 year of relevant experience for each certification. Bachelor’s degree in computer sciences can substitute for 2 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

N/A

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:

Health Assessment Required: No

Advertised: 13 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 27 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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