Automotive Lab Tech & Student Tutor

TSTC; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas State Technical College (TSTC) is seeking a Lab Assistant to support automotive/auto collision programs. The role assists faculty, runs labs, grades assessments, prepares equipment, and helps maintain safety and inventory across laboratories, learning centers, storerooms, and shops.

Strong teamwork, ability to follow instructions, and a mechanical background are essential. Some driving may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in related field preferred.
• Mechanical background.
• One year of related work experience.
• Ability to work effectively with others and to follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the professional faculty member in the classroom, laboratory, computer lab, or shop as directed.
• Assist students with materials already covered by the instructor, including exam preparation.
• Assist students as they conduct laboratory work.
• Provide tutoring to students and supplemental instruction on an as needed basis.
• Grade papers, exercises, and tests by use of predetermined objective criteria.
• Process student records and maintain student files.
• Prepare the lab for class, secure equipment after class and set up and disassemble lab experiments.
• Test new lab equipment for quality and accuracy.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair on laboratory equipment and other instructional aids.
• Aid professional staff in the construction of training aids.
• Initiate requisitions for consumable supplies and equipment repairs.
• Prepare consumable materials for classroom, laboratory and shop exercises.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment and assure security of each.
• Assist in helping student workers as assigned.
• Monitor instructional areas for safety conditions.
• Operate motor vehicles for purpose of conducting TSTC business.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical background

Lab procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Texas State Technical College (TSTC) is seeking a Lab Assistant to support automotive/auto collision programs. The role assists faculty, runs labs, grades assessments, prepares equipment, and helps maintain safety and inventory across laboratories, learning centers, storerooms, and shops.

Strong teamwork, ability to follow instructions, and a mechanical background are essential. Some driving may be required.