Job Information
Aston Carter Office Clerk in Deerfield, Illinois
Job Title: Laptop Device Processing TechnicianJob Description
This role is responsible for the secure intake, processing, and disposition of returned laptop devices, ensuring compliance with organizational policies, data retention requirements, and eWaste standards. The technician will follow established workflows to inventory assets, perform data preservation for legal hold cases, and prepare devices for final disposal.
Responsibilities
Receive and log returned laptop assets into the asset management system.
Verify device details, asset tag, serial number, and user association against records.
Maintain accurate inventory tracking and status updates throughout the lifecycle.
Execute tasks in accordance with the Device Checklist and ServiceNow work instructions.
Document all actions, updates, and exceptions within ServiceNow tickets.
Ensure audit-ready records for all processed devices.
Identify devices flagged for legal hold and perform secure data backups in compliance with legal and IT policies.
Validate backup integrity and ensure proper storage/chain of custody.
Perform approved data wiping procedures on non-legal hold devices.
Confirm successful data erasure using standard verification methods.
Prepare wiped devices for eWaste disposal in accordance with environmental and security guidelines.
Maintain strict adherence to data security and compliance standards.
Escalate discrepancies or issues, such as missing assets, failed wipes, or backup errors.
Collaborate with IT asset management, legal, and compliance teams as needed.
Essential Skills
2 years of experience in a similar or related role.
Basic computer and laptop handling, including powering on/off and connecting peripherals.
Data entry and record keeping, accurately updating systems like ServiceNow.
Basic Educational Requirement: High-school diploma or GED.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Attention to detail, verifying serial numbers, asset tags, and device status.
Ability to follow step-by-step instructions, checklists, and standard operating procedures.
Basic understanding of data security, handling devices with sensitive information carefully.
File backup basics, including copying and verifying data to designated storage locations.
Time management, processing multiple devices efficiently.
Communication skills, reporting issues or discrepancies clearly.
Problem identification, recognizing when something is wrong even if not fixing it.
Physical handling of equipment, packing, moving, and organizing laptops safely.
Work Environment
100% onsite role in Deerfield corporate offices, providing a state-of-the-art work environment. The office benefits from proximity to Chicago and the broader life sciences corridor in the Chicago suburbs, offering convenient access to transportation, dining, and housing options. The culture encourages collaboration, inclusion, and accountability, while offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a focus on employee well-being and work-life balance.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Deerfield, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Deerfield,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 2026.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.