Tool room

Representative Duties

BASIC FUNCTION :

• Under direction of an assigned supervisor, maintain proper inventory and control of hand and power tools and equipment for all auto technology areas;
• demonstrate, monitor and assist students in proper and safe operation of tools and equipment; inspect, repair and service tools, engines, motors and machinery;

perform general custodial maintenance and assure cleanliness and security of automotive shop area.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES :

Maintain proper inventory and control of hand tools and equipment; mark and price new tools and equipment; evaluate student tool needs and issue proper tools, equipment and supplies.

Demonstrate and monitor proper use of tools, equipment and machinery to English and Spanish speaking and hard of hearing students;

assist students with researching information in technical manuals; assist students with projects as needed; assure compliance with established health and safety practices and regulations.

Inspect, clean and perform maintenance on tools, equipment and machinery; rebuild and tune automotive engines; change oil and oil filters as needed;

sort parts, bolts and scrap metal and arrange or dispose of according to established procedures.

Inspect and repair electrical motors, cords and extensions; repair or replace electrical outlets; arrange and connect water, gas and air lines for new equipment.

Operate a variety of tools, equipment and machinery including hoists, welders, forklift, air compressors, sprayer, automotive vehicles, buffer, skip loader and tractor.

Assure safety and cleanliness of shop and tool room areas to comply with OSHA standards; sweep and clean restrooms, offices and classroom areas;

strip, wax, paint and polish floors; assure security of department by locking doors, windows and gates.

Perform a variety of types of welding including brazing and cutting; create storage racks, benches and shelving units.

Maintain records of manuals, tools and equipment received and issued, shop inventories and maintenance and service histories.

Train, monitor and provide guidance to work study students as assigned.

Assist faculty, staff and students with automotive concerns including flat tires, dead batteries and engine problems.

Perform related duties as assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : Any combination equivalent to : completion of core courses in automotive technology and two years of experience in the control and use of automotive technology, auto body and welding tools and equipment.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS : Valid California driver's license. Auto Technician certificate.

Supplemental Information

RANGE 14 ON THE CALSSIFIED SALARY SCHEDULE : Substitute / Short-Term are placed at Step 1. Please click here to review current salary schedule.

Imperial Valley College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.

Last updated : 2024-04-26