Job Advert: Assistant IT Technician

Salary: £14,285.70 (Equivalent to Full Time Salary £22,308.00)

Hours: 22.5 hours / 3 Days per week

Solidaritech is looking for an Assistant IT Technician to join our technology team. You will be responsible for assisting our Technician in refurbishing laptops, phones, PCs and tablets, as well as providing practical digital skills advice to service users. Solidaritech refurbishes donated devices to give to Asylum Seekers and Refugees in the Yorkshire and Humber region.

What the job entails:
To work under the direction of the Lead IT Technician to process incoming donated digital devices by testing, wiping data, repairing and refurbishing equipment. The job involves hands on work with electronic equipment, tools, and software utilities. Helping identify suitable devices to fulfil individual client needs.

Refugees and other migrants with relevant skills and experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Online applications can be made using the form below.

Closing date for applications is 12pm on 22nd April 2025.

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