Reuse Staff Job Description

INFORMATION

 * JOB TITLE
 * Reuse Staff Member


 * CLASS
 * Bargaining Unit


 * CATEGORY
 * Regular (after Probationary)


 * STATUS
 * Full-Time, Hourly Wage, Non-Exempt


 * BENEFITS
 * Eligible


 * REPORTS TO
 * Reuse Area Coordinator


 * LAST UPDATED
 * February 29, 2012

JOB SUMMARY
A Reuse Staff Member works in many dynamic, workshop-style volunteer areas which both produce refurbished technology and educate volunteers about technology. This position trains in multiple Reuse areas in order to help provide shift coverage, ensure a steady flow of gizmos for Free Geek's programs, and coordinate volunteers. This position participates in Free Geek's Production Committee to help develop programs and procedures. This position is represented by a union, and union membership is mandatory upon hire.

DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES

 * Leads workshop-style classes
 * Troubleshoots and helps maintain the Reuse technical infrastructure.
 * Stocks Reuse areas with needed hardware and components.
 * Manages flow of incoming and outgoing devices and gizmos.
 * Recruits volunteers from the Build Program to move on to Post-Build areas.
 * Keeps volunteers on track and working within established systems and procedures.
 * Prepares Reuse areas prior to volunteer shifts.
 * Orients volunteers to production areas and procedures.
 * Works floor shifts coordinating volunteers.
 * Ensures that gizmo quality control protocols are being met.
 * Is an active member of the Production Committee.
 * Works under the guidance of a Reuse Area Coordinator.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

 * Experience coordinating volunteers.
 * Availability during Free Geek hours of operations, including morning and occasional evening meetings as required.
 * Command of standard office software (word processing, spreadsheet, data entry).
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
 * Self-motivation.
 * Strong organizational skills.
 * Able to lift 25 lbs. repeatedly, and 40 lbs. on occasion.
 * Ability to multi-task.
 * Detail-oriented, but able to see (and understand) the big picture.
 * Dedication to Free Geek's mission and Open Source philosophies.
 * Must be patient and courteous with the public.
 * Ability to work with and coordinate volunteers with a wide range of skills and experience.
 * Ability to remain professional and positive under stress in an informal, friendly environment with a diverse staff.
 * Must not be afraid to ask questions, but must be able to work on projects almost entirely without supervision.
 * Ability to remain flexible as Free Geek grows and changes.

DESIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

 * Strong knowledge of computer hardware, or demonstrated technical aptitude.
 * Proficiency in Spanish or another language other than English.
 * Experience using Ubuntu or other Free/Open Source software.
 * Experience working in a collective structure or consensus-based decision-making environment.