PT - Automotive Laboratory Technician Aid

Assists faculty and students with the daily operation and maintenance of automotive laboratories and classrooms, including lab setup, materials preparation, inventory management, and equipment maintenance. Supports a safe, organized, and effective learning environment while providing student assistance and contributing to program and departmental goals. Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Serves Students. Maintains and cleans the automotive technology equipment, laboratory, and classrooms, as well as the simulation lab and engine/transmission laboratory. Performs inventory checks and maintains the Tool Room and the Toolboxes.
• Provides technical assistance to the Automotive Professor/Automotive Laboratory Technician in the automotive technology classroom, simulation classroom, and engine/transmission laboratory which includes the use of computers, automotive digital scanners, electronic ignition systems, anti-lock braking systems, computerized alignment systems, computerized wheel balancing systems, and general automotive repair.
• Supports student success in applying both learned classroom and technology skills associated with the automotive technology program.
• Supports and participates in strategic planning initiatives and performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma/GED with two years of experience working in a college automotive technology lab; OR associate’s degree in automotive technology with experience working in a college automotive technology lab
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered

• Arizona Driver’s License or Equivalent
• Hold or be pursuing ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification
• Experience with computerized ATech automotive simulators in electrical systems, electronic ignition, anti-lock braking, and engine performance

• Non-Exempt

• Part-time
• Up to 19 hours per week
• Work flexible schedule to meet the program, department, and/or institutional needs, which may include Fridays, nights, and/or weekends

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply, and follow college policies and procedures
• Knowledge of or ability to maintain organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures
• Knowledge of automotive technology basics
• Knowledge of automotive laboratory operations, equipment, and safety practices
• Skill in current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications, Windows, college system platforms, software, and applications especially those specific to the department operations
• Skill and ability to be self-directed and to manage one’s own time
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Skill in maintaining accurate records and inventories
• Skill in maintaining organized laboratory work spaces, materials, and supplies
• Ability to complete all departmental and/or institutional mandatory training or development
• Ability to organize, prioritize, follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion, with close attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Ability to provide assistance in a professional, civil, and supportive manner
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, in writing, and in a public setting, and to relate to others in a professional manner
• Ability to be flexible and supportive, positively and proactively assimilate change in rapid growth environment
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