Toolroom Assistant Automotive Technology

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title Toolroom Assistant Automotive Technology Job Summary

The tool room attendant provides support and assistance to department faculty, students and Business and Technology Education Division by organizing, maintaining and repairing shop equipment and tools as well as ordering and stocking lab supplies. The ideal candidate will be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment by assisting students with tool room check-out and independently managing other assigned tasks during periods of low student activity. Additional responsibilities include routine equipment maintenance and repairs, monitoring inventory for tool room and shop supplies, and cleaning and organizing lab space.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrate the ability to identify and correctly name hand and power tools commonly used in the industry, including their proper, technical, and common names, as well as their appropriate uses.
• Exhibit ability to learn new tools/equipment and their use(s) as they become available in the tool room and shop.
• Utilize problem-solving strategies when troubleshooting broken shop equipment and tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform basic maintenance and repairs on shop tools and equipment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and use of computers in a business environment.
• Possess strong commitment to customer service across a broad range of stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid, current Class-D driver's license.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs. required.
• Two years' mechanical work experience or training in a shop or related environment.
• Ability to identify and maintain shop tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift operation certified

Physical Demands

• Position generally requires moderate physical activity primarily indoors, with occasional lifting of 50 pounds, carrying tools, equipment, manuals and supplies.
• Work performed requires sensitivity and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities and needs.
• Employee must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone or during virtual meetings.

EOE Statement

Kishwaukee College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and any reasonable and timely accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act will be made upon documented request by the employee.

Position Status Part Time Hours per Week 16-24 during academic semesters Weeks per Year 32 Budgeted Hours per Year 576 Temporary Position - Begin Date Temporary Positions - End Date Type of Position PT Non-Benefited Hiring Salary Range Requested $17.74 - $18.23 per hour Support Staff Pay Band (if applicable) Support Staff Pay Range (if applicable

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S402P Number of Vacancies 1 Job Open Date 06/01/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary Advertising Summary Internal Posting for Position, College Website Posting Link https://kish.peopleadmin.com/postings/4495

Illustrative Examples of Essential Functions

Job Duty Name Description of Job Duty

• Maintain tool room organization and inventory.
• Keep tool room and shop orderly and free of unsafe conditions.
• Monitor tool check-out procedure and follow up with students regarding missing/ broken tools as necessary.
• Perform minor equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Work successfully and productively in a team environment with full time and adjunct faculty.
• Service or provide assistance to faculty, staff or students on proper usage or handling of equipment.
• Be able to move, position, store and carry over-sized equipment or tools to service vehicles or classrooms for demonstration.
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with a diverse college staff and student population.

Essential Duty? Yes Percentage Of Time 100

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation