Automotive & Electric Vehicle Maintenance Assistant

Inside Higher Ed; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A community college district is looking for an Automotive Assistant to assist in the repairs and maintenance of vehicles and equipment. The role involves maintaining inventory, diagnosing issues, and performing preventative maintenance. Candidates are required to have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid California driver license. Experience in an automotive repair environment is preferred. This role supports operations while ensuring compliance with health and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Assist in maintaining inventory of vehicles, equipment and tools.
• Assist in diagnosing and repairing operating systems on electric powered vehicles.
• Operate and maintain a variety of equipment, machinery, hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance per inspection form.
• Record mileage/hours and perform onsite inspections.
• Inspect and replace tires, wheels, batteries, cables and chargers.

Skills

Basic vehicle codes

Safe operation and maintenance of standard tools and equipment

Health and safety practices, regulations and procedures

Basic mathematics

Record‑keeping techniques

Education

Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school

One year experience assisting in an automotive repair environment or one year of automotive technology education

Tools

Hydraulic lift jacks

Timing lights

Bearing puller

Press

Gauges

Soldering and welding equipment

Job description

A community college district is looking for an Automotive Assistant to assist in the repairs and maintenance of vehicles and equipment. The role involves maintaining inventory, diagnosing issues, and performing preventative maintenance. Candidates are required to have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid California driver license. Experience in an automotive repair environment is preferred. This role supports operations while ensuring compliance with health and safety practices.