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{{Volunteer_Intern | {{Volunteer_Intern | ||
| title = Printers Guru | | title = Printers Guru | ||
| − | | hours_weekly = 12-20 | + | | hours_weekly = 12-20 |
| − | | days = 4-5 | + | | days = 4-5 |
| − | | length = 6 months | + | | length = 6 months |
| training = Orientation and Training Provided | | training = Orientation and Training Provided | ||
| − | | supervisor = | + | | supervisor = Jake |
| responsibilities = | | responsibilities = | ||
| − | * Learn printer testing | + | * Learn printer testing and repair |
| − | * | + | * Evaluate and prepare printers for reuse and research current value of equipment for resale (work with sales coordinators) |
* Evaluate inkjet and laser printers for reuse | * Evaluate inkjet and laser printers for reuse | ||
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* Salvage inkjet cartridges and laser printer toner cartridges for reuse/resale. | * Salvage inkjet cartridges and laser printer toner cartridges for reuse/resale. | ||
* Communicate with other Free Geek staff | * Communicate with other Free Geek staff | ||
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* Personable | * Personable | ||
* Detail-oriented | * Detail-oriented | ||
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* High level of patience | * High level of patience | ||
| − | * | + | * Self-motivated with the ability to work unsupervised |
* Ability to work in an informal, friendly environment with a diverse staff | * Ability to work in an informal, friendly environment with a diverse staff | ||
* Ability to lift and carry at least 40 pounds | * Ability to lift and carry at least 40 pounds | ||
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* Patient and courteous with the public | * Patient and courteous with the public | ||
* Detailed knowledge of printer repair and maintenance | * Detailed knowledge of printer repair and maintenance | ||
| − | * Working knowledge of | + | * Working knowledge of electronics |
* Curious about printers, and not afraid to ask questions | * Curious about printers, and not afraid to ask questions | ||
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Latest revision as of 16:43, 6 July 2010
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Job Title: Printers Guru |
Responsibilities
- Learn printer testing and repair
- Evaluate and prepare printers for reuse and research current value of equipment for resale (work with sales coordinators)
- Evaluate inkjet and laser printers for reuse
- Salvage inkjet cartridges and laser printer toner cartridges for reuse/resale.
- Communicate with other Free Geek staff
- Document! Document! Document!
Desired Qualifications
- Personable
- Detail-oriented
- High level of patience
- Self-motivated with the ability to work unsupervised
- Ability to work in an informal, friendly environment with a diverse staff
- Ability to lift and carry at least 40 pounds
- Aptitude for learning and applying detailed technical knowledge
- Basic computer knowledge, use of web browser, email and work processor, database, and spreadsheet
- Ability to multi-task
- Patient and courteous with the public
- Detailed knowledge of printer repair and maintenance
- Working knowledge of electronics
- Curious about printers, and not afraid to ask questions
In addition:
The ideal candidate will be able to work well under stress and maintain a positive attitude in a relatively chaotic setting. The candidate will not be afraid to ask questions, but will be able to work on projects with minimal supervision. The candidate will be able to remain flexible as Free Geek grows and changes.
Benefits:
This position is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable job skills, make a difference for people and the environment, and make connections in the community. Active volunteers are eligible to receive a 20% discount on items in the Free Geek Thrift Store and to become a member of the First Tech Credit Union. Free Geek also offers free computer classes to volunteers. In addition, interns can choose to receive a free computer after volunteering 24 hours in our internship program.
To apply
Please fill out our interest form, and we'll get back to you soon.