Automotive Lab Specialist: Hands-On Learning Lead

Dallas College; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College seeks a Lab Specialist, Automotive Technology to ensure our automotive labs and learning environments operate safely and effectively. You will support instructors, manage tools and equipment, and help students gain practical skills for today’s automotive industry.

Reporting to the Lab Manager within the School of Automotive Technology, the role emphasizes hands-on lab operations, equipment upkeep, and collaboration with faculty to deliver high-quality learning experiences on

Qualifications

• Experience with automotive lab operations, equipment, tools and diagnostic systems.
• Knowledge of inventory control, safety procedures, and lab management practices.
• Familiarity with computer systems, databases and instructional technologies.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of automotive labs, classrooms and tool rooms.
• Prepare labs and materials for instruction activities and support instructors.
• Maintain safety procedures, MSDS/SDS records and compliant work environment.
• Manage equipment maintenance, calibration, and minor repairs.
• Coordinate inventory and procurement; track purchases and tools.

Skills

Automotive lab operations

Inventory management

Safety procedures

Customer service

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Dallas College seeks a Lab Specialist, Automotive Technology to ensure our automotive labs and learning environments operate safely and effectively. You will support instructors, manage tools and equipment, and help students gain practical skills for today’s automotive industry.

Reporting to the Lab Manager within the School of Automotive Technology, the role emphasizes hands-on lab operations, equipment upkeep, and collaboration with faculty to deliver high-quality learning experiences on