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Assign a Technician

Assign actions to specific users or teams to ensure clear responsibility and keep work organized. Assigned users receive notifications and can update the action's progress.

Before You Start​

  • The user or team must already exist in Zeltask
  • You need permission to create or edit actions

Assign During Action Creation​

  1. Open the Actions module from the navigation bar
  2. Click Create Action
  3. Fill in the required fields (title, category, type, etc.)
  4. In the Assignment field, select either:
    • A specific user
    • A complete team
  5. Click Submit to save the action

[Screenshot: Action creation form with the Assignment field expanded showing user and team options]

Reassign an Existing Action​

  1. Open the Actions module from the navigation bar
  2. Click on the action you want to reassign
  3. Click Edit
  4. In the Assignment field, select a different user or team
  5. Click Submit to save changes

[GIF: Changing the assignment from one user to another in the edit form]

User vs. Team Assignment​

Assignment TypeWhen to UseWho Receives Notifications
Specific UserTask requires a particular person's skills or availabilityOnly that user
TeamAny team member can complete the taskAll team members

What Happens After Assignment​

When you assign an action:

  • The assigned user or team receives a notification
  • The action appears in their task list
  • They can update the status and record progress
  • All activity is tracked in the action's history

[Screenshot: Action detail view showing the assigned user with their name and avatar]

Tips​

  • Assign to a team when any member can complete the work
  • Assign to a specific user for specialized tasks or accountability
  • Check user availability before assigning time-sensitive actions
  • Reassign promptly if the original assignee is unavailable