Automotive Lab Technician & Fleet Support

College of DuPage; Glen Ellyn (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

College of DuPage seeks an Automotive Lab Assistant to support the Automotive Lab operations and the AST educational fleet. You will assist with setup, maintenance, inventories, and student support under the Lab Coordinator, plus outreach events.

This full-time grant-funded role requires a high school diploma and two years of automotive experience. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Starting pay is $20.14 per hour with benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two years of automotive experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the efficient operation and utilization of the Automotive Lab under the direction of the Automotive Lab Coordinator.
• Supports the day-to-day maintenance and operation of the AST educational fleet, lab equipment, supplies, inventories, and related records.
• Provides technical, operational, and customer service support to instructors, students, staff, and visitors to the Automotive Lab.
• Assists the Automotive Lab Coordinator with the day-to-day operation and utilization of the Automotive Lab.
• Responsible for Automotive Lab outreach activities, including participating in and conducting high school events, open houses, spotlight events, and tours.
• Assists with the setup and preparation of demonstration apparatus, equipment, materials, and work areas for specific classes and laboratory activities.
• Assists with ordering, receiving, stocking, and monitoring lab supplies, consumables, equipment, and materials needed for daily laboratory operations.
• Maintains inventory records and assists with maintaining databases and other documentation related to laboratory equipment, supplies, and materials.
• Assists with the coordination of space and materials utilization to accommodate students, instructors, staff, and other College departments.
• Supports established laboratory procedures, safety rules, and instructions for instructors and students and reports safety or operational concerns.
• Assists with vendor communications, obtaining quotes, and processing requests for equipment, supplies, and services as directed by the Automotive Lab Coordinator.
• Works independently on assigned tasks and collaborates with the Automotive Lab Coordinator and College staff as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

College of DuPage seeks an Automotive Lab Assistant to support the Automotive Lab operations and the AST educational fleet. You will assist with setup, maintenance, inventories, and student support under the Lab Coordinator, plus outreach events.

This full-time grant-funded role requires a high school diploma and two years of automotive experience. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Starting pay is $20.14 per hour with benefits.