About the role#
The IT Operation department is hiring a student to assist students, faculty, and staff with hardware and software computing needs. This position is part of the Federal Work Study program at Florida International University. Hours vary based on your class schedule and department needs.
What you'll do#
- Oversee lab opening functions, including stocking paper and assisting users with basic lab operations.
- Support the supervisor with lab management, including cleaning equipment and tables, moving hardware, setting up systems, and installing software updates.
- Answer calls and assist customers at the front desk and within the lab.
- Maintain workstations by troubleshooting software and hardware issues.
- Work across Mac and Windows operating systems.
- Use image configuring tools like Windows Image Manager and Deployment Workbench.
- Perform physical maintenance, including replacing APC batteries and adjusting or creating Ethernet cables.
What you'll need#
- Must be an FIU student awarded Federal Work Study (FWS) as part of your financial aid package.
- Enrollment in at least 6 credit hours during the semester.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- 0-2 years of scripting experience with Powershell, Command-line, and HTML.
- Strong communication skills and a high sense of responsibility.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Knowledge of PC operations and software.
Location & details#
- Location: Modesto A. Maidique Campus, Miami, Florida.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Pay: $15.00 per hour.
- Note: This appointment may be subject to a pre-employment background check due to IT-related functions.
About Florida International University
Florida International University is a public research institution based in Miami. Founded in 1965, the university serves over 56,000 students through a variety of bachelor, master, and doctoral degree programs. It maintains a large staff of over 12,000 employees and operates across multiple campus locations. The university focuses on research in fields including medicine, engineering, business, and journalism.
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