IT Asset Specialist (Quincy)

As an IT Asset Specialist, you will serve as the local authority for all on-site inventory, and an owner of systems, and reporting improvements- ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency while helping expand best practices.

This is a full-time, onsite position based at our Quincy, WA data center, working Monday-Friday day shift. We are not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position at this time., * Track all on-site assets, including inbound and outbound shipments; maintain accurate records within inventory systems

• Maintain accurate records within inventory systems; contribute to systems, tooling, reporting insights, and process improvements
• Document full asset lifecycle (procurement deployment disposal) and own data integrity for asset records and system usage
• Conduct regular audits across multiple tracking systems; identify and implement process and reporting improvements
• Solve ambiguous/non-routine problems independently, escalating when necessary; drive root-cause fixes and follow-up actions
• Oversee maintenance, upgrades, decommissioning, and disposal with procedural compliance
• Create and maintain documentation for asset processes and procedures

Parts & Inventory Administration

• Manage parts inventory (scan items in/out of parts lockers), perform routine audits, and run inventory usage reports
• Collaborate with internal teams to maintain appropriate stock levels
• Coordinate RMAs with vendors and manage escalations to resolution
• Act as the go-to expert and mentor for asset-related issues at the location, * Prepare sites for incoming shipments, inspect inbound packages, and log them into inventory systems with accuracy
• Package and coordinate outbound shipments with delivery partners; maintain detailed shipping records and ensure successful deliveries
• Process and securely store incoming hardware with ownership of chain-of-custody documentation

Access & Vendor Coordination

• Manage physical and system access through internal data center portals
• Approve vendor and third-party access requests
• Coordinate with on-site vendors to ensure project completion
• Handle RMA escalations and communicate with Operations teams

Collaboration

• Partner closely with the IT Asset Manager, Data Center Technicians, and Site Manager to align on company-wide asset standards
• Ensure alignment with company-wide asset management standards and processes

Do you have experience in Technical Proficiency?, We are seeking detail-oriented and highly organized IT Asset Specialists to join our growing Data Center Operations team. This full-time role supports inventory control and asset lifecycle management across multiple data center locations., * Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail

• Experience using spreadsheets (Excel or Google Sheets) and familiarity with database systems
• Experience with ticketing systems and comfort resolving ambiguous issues independently
• Basic computer component knowledge and strong communication skills in a technical environment
• Demonstrated ownership mindset for data integrity, system usage, and process, * Exposure to technical environments (IT, data centers)
• Basic understanding of IT hardware and infrastructure
• Familiarity with Jira ticketing system
• Familiarity with Asset Panda

Pulled from the full job description

• Paid parental leave
• Parental leave
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid holidays, We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, well-being, and long-term success. Benefits may vary by location, team, and role., * Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage (U.S.); Private medical and dental insurance (U.K.)
• Retirement and financial wellness support (U.S.); Pension contribution (U.K.)
• Generous paid time off, plus holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development support
• Wellness and work-from-home stipends
• Flexible work environment

Lightning AI is the company behind PyTorch Lightning. Founded in 2019, we build an end-to-end platform for developing, training, and deploying AI systems-designed to take ideas from research to production with less friction. Through our merger with Voltage Park, a neocloud and AI Factory, Lightning AI combines developer-first software with cost-efficient, large-scale compute. Teams get the tools they need for experimentation, training, and production inference, with security, observability, and control built in. We serve solo researchers, startups, and large enterprises. Lightning AI operates globally with offices in New York City, San Francisco, Seattle, and London, and is backed by Coatue, Index Ventures, Bain Capital Ventures, and Firstminute., At Lightning AI, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and create better products. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are dedicated to building a culture where everyone can thrive and contribute to their fullest potential.