10+ years of relevant IT Asset Management / Equipment Control experience
Active Secret security clearance required at hire
Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting heavy IT equipment
Valid state driver's license for Government Motor Vehicles (GMVs)
Thorough understanding of DAFMAN 17-1203 standards and equipment sanitization protocols
Responsibilities
Maintain the Accountable Property System of Record (APSR) for IT hardware assets
Provide training and support to unit Property Custodians (PCs)
Manage IT warehouse operations including receiving and shipping
Inspect equipment for proper sanitization and manage disposal shipments
Reconcile IT accounts and maintain supporting documentation
Execute Base-to-Base transfers and monitor network computers
Benefits
Full-time position with stable hours
Opportunity to work at Los Angeles Air Force Base
Engagement in compliance with Department of Defense regulations
Hands-on experience with military IT asset management systems
Potential for professional development through training and certifications
Full Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Base Equipment Control Officer (BECO) to oversee and execute IT Hardware Asset Management (ITAM) operations at Los Angeles Air Force Base (LAAFB). The BECO will be responsible for managing all aspects of IT equipment lifecycle management-including shipping, receiving, tracking, inventory reconciliation, and disposition of IT hardware assets. This role serves as a key subject matter expert, providing guidance and training to unit Property Custodians (PCs) and ensuring full compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of the Air Force (DAF) regulations.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
IT Asset Lifecycle & Inventory Management: Maintain the Accountable Property System of Record (APSR-currently ELMS) for all IT hardware assets. Record newly received assets within 10 business days, complete account transfers within 5 business days, and process turned-in equipment removals within 3 business days.
Property Custodian Support & Training: Provide initial training (within 30 days of appointment) and annual refresher training to unit Property Custodians (PCs). Distribute inventory listings, maintain PC rosters, and advise PCs on equipment ordering, defective assets, warranty returns, and missing items.
Warehouse & Logistics Operations: Manage IT warehouse support, including receiving, shipping, and storage of IT equipment. Operate government-furnished equipment, such as forklifts and trucks, to move and transport IT material.
Sanitization & Disposal: Inspect turned-in excess equipment for proper hardware sanitization IAW COMSEC and local directives. Safely operate sanitization equipment (degaussers and disintegrators) and manage disposition shipments to Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services (DLA DS).
Account Reconciliation & Compliance: Reconcile IT accounts following missing equipment MFRs within 14 business days. Maintain key supporting documentation (KSD) in ELMS, perform annual DoDAAC validations, update the ITAM file monthly, and complete MICT self-inspection checklists.
Transfers & System Reporting: Execute Base-to-Base transfers in DPAS, monitor active network computers via DAFECO Score reports, and participate in quarterly DAFECO town halls.
Minimum Requirements
Experience: Minimum of 10 years of relevant IT Asset Management / Equipment Control experience.
Security Clearance: Must possess an active Secret security clearance at the time of hire.
Physical Capabilities: Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting and moving heavy IT equipment.
Licensing & Certifications: Must possess a valid state driver's license to operate Government Motor Vehicles (GMVs). Ability to obtain certification for forklift operations per OSHA standards (29 CFR 1910.178).
Skills & Knowledge: Thorough understanding of DAFMAN 17-1203 (IT Asset Management and Accountability) standards, hardware lifecycle tracking, and equipment sanitization protocols.
Preferred Requirements
Hands-on experience using Air Force/DoD asset tracking databases such as ELMS, DPAS, Score, and ServiceNow.
Prior experience managing military/government IT warehouse operations, DLA DS disposal workflows, and Key Supporting Documentation (KSD) compliance.
Experience supporting large enterprise user environments (5,000+ users).