Student Technician

University of Texas; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Student Technician to support faculty, staff, and students on campus. The role focuses on desktop support, deployment, maintenance, and IT services while delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include end-user support, computer deployment, asset management, and hardware troubleshooting. UT Austin offers a hands-on learning environment with the campus IT team and potential for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must be a current University of Texas at Austin student.
• Moderate experience with computer hardware and systems.
• Detail-oriented; follows a process and documents inventory; dependable attendance.
• Education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• End-User Support
• Computer Deployment and Configuration
• Inventory and Asset Management
• Hardware Troubleshooting and Repair
• Administrative and Operational Support

Skills

Hardware experience

Computer systems

Driving

Education

CS or related major

Job description

Student Technician

Hiring Department: Technology Resources

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 19

FLSA Status: To Be Determined at Offer

Earliest Start Date: Ongoing

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details

General Notes At Technology Resources (TRecs) our goal is to provide our clients with information technology that enables the units to better serve the campus. Our objective is to provide secure, reliable, and responsive IT systems, solutions, and support. For more information on Technology Resources, please visit: https://business.financials.utexas.edu/trecs

Purpose

Provide entry-level desktop support and IT services to faculty, staff, and students in a diverse academic and administrative environment. Assist with the deployment, maintenance, troubleshooting, and support of university-owned computers, software, mobile devices, and related technology services while delivering excellent customer service and gaining hands-on experience in enterprise IT operations.

Responsibilities

• End-User Support
• Computer Deployment and Configuration
• Inventory and Asset Management
• Hardware Troubleshooting and Repair
• Administrative and Operational Support

Required Qualifications

• Must be a current University of Texas at Austin student.
• Moderate experience dealing with computer hardware and systems
• Attention to detail in following a process and documenting inventoryDependability in attendance
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• CS or related major
• Advanced experience dealing with computer hardware and systems
• Driving Required

No Salary Range $18.00 per hour

Working Conditions

This position is located on the UT Campus, and the duration of employment is from September to December 2026. Flexible work schedule within the standard work week: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., and 19 hours per week maximum.

Standard Office Environment

Keyboard Lifting and moving

Employment Eligibility

Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and Title IX. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701. Start Here, Change The World At The University of Texas at Austin, tradition meets innovation in the heart of a city that frequents lists of the best places to live and work. Named by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers for the sixth year in a row in 2025, UT offers both a dynamic work environment and a gateway to vibrant local culture. Whether you're at the forefront of the student experience, conducting world-changing research or supporting the engine that drives Texas’ flagship university, working at UT means making a lasting impact on our city, our state and our world. Our more than 20,000 faculty and staff empower 55,000+ students to challenge ideas, pursue passions and shape their futures. Joining UT, you’ll become part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact on campus and throughout the world. Looking for a student job? Please see our Student Employment site.

Comments and Inquiries

Email comments to [e-mail]. For questions or concerns regarding equal opportunity only, contact Equal Opportunity Services. Additional information for applicants can be found on the Human Resources web page: Applying for Employment. For more job information, call the Human Resource Service Center at [phone], or toll-free at [phone].

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