Tool & Parts Attendant

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET, Inc.); Mountain Home Air Force Base (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Life insurance, AD&D, and Disability

401(k) Program

Wellness programs

Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET), Incorporated seeks a reliable Tools and Parts Attendant to manage our industrial facility’s inventory, equipment, and supply crib. You will oversee hand tools, machine tools, dies, replacement parts, shop supplies, and precision measuring devices to ensure technicians have fully operational gear.

Responsibilities include real-time records, periodic counts, part requisitions, and loss prevention.

Qualifications

• Must possess or be able to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance to access the airfield and military installation.
• Proven experience working in a tool crib, parts department, or industrial supply environment.
• Ability to visually inspect technical equipment and comfortably use measurement tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers) to detect wear or damage.
• Strong organizational skills with a track record of maintaining accurate, digital, or manual inventory and logbooks.
• Ability to safely use basic hand tools, electric engraving tools, and spray equipment for tool preservation.

Responsibilities

• Issue and receive hand tools, machine tools, and equipment; maintain real-time, accurate records of all items checked out to and returned by workers.
• Conduct periodic and perpetual inventory counts; proactively identify low stock levels and requisition replacement parts and shop supplies as needed.
• Perform routine searches and tracking procedures to locate lost or misplaced tools and components.
• Unpack, verify, and properly store incoming new equipment, tools, and replacement parts according to facility layout.
• Visually inspect returned tools for wear or defects; use precision instruments like micrometers to measure for wear and immediately report damaged or worn-out equipment to supervisors.

Skills

Tool crib experience

Inventory control

Measurement tools

Organizational skills

Hand tool use

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Engraving tools

Spray equipment

Spray guns

Job description

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET), Incorporated is a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) system engineering and information technology firm. Incorporated in 1999, we support mission critical Information Technology (IT) business needs for clients within the intelligence community (IC), Department of Defense (DOD), Veteran Administration (VA) and for select commercial clients. ACET, Inc.’s technical, programmatic, and analytical professionals are experts in commercial technology, customized solutions, and proprietary government systems.

The Position:

This position is awaiting contract award.

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Tools and Parts Attendant to manage our industrial facility’s inventory, equipment, and supply crib. In this role, you will oversee the full lifecycle of hand tools, machine tools, dies, replacement parts, shop supplies, and precision measuring devices. You will ensure that technicians have the exact, fully operational equipment they need while maintaining flawless tracking and inventory records.

Responsibilities:

• Issue and receive hand tools, machine tools, and equipment; maintain real-time, accurate records of all items checked out to and returned by workers.
• Conduct periodic and perpetual inventory counts; proactively identify low stock levels and requisition replacement parts and shop supplies as needed.
• Perform routine searches and tracking procedures to locate lost or misplaced tools and components.
• Unpack, verify, and properly store incoming new equipment, tools, and replacement parts according to facility layout.
• Visually inspect returned tools for wear or defects; use precision instruments like micrometers to measure for wear and immediately report damaged or worn-out equipment to supervisors.
• Apply protective coatings (such as grease or anti-corrosion preservatives) to tools using brushes or spray guns; securely attach identification tags or engrave identifying information using electric marking tools.

Qualifications:

• Must possess or be able to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance to access the airfield and military installation.
• Proven experience working in a tool crib, parts department, or industrial supply environment.
• Ability to visually inspect technical equipment and comfortably use measurement tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers) to detect wear or damage.
• Strong organizational skills with a track record of maintaining accurate, digital, or manual inventory and logbooks.
• Ability to safely use basic hand tools, electric engraving tools, and spray equipment for tool preservation.
• Ability to stand for long periods, walk throughout the industrial facility, and lift/unpack heavy parts and equipment.

Why Join ACET:

ACET continues to expand its aerospace and aviation sustainment operations supporting multiple Department of Defense aviation platforms worldwide. This position provides the opportunity to directly shape strategic sustainment growth initiatives while supporting operational readiness and mission success across the global aviation enterprise.

What We Offer:

At ACET, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. We are committed to providing a comprehensive Total Rewards program that recognizes and supports the diverse needs of our workforce. Our offerings are designed to attract, motivate, and retain top talent while fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and well-being.

• Employee benefits include the following:
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Life insurance, AD&D, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Program
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Please note that all compensation, benefits, and policies are subject to change at the company's discretion. While we make every effort to provide advance notice of changes, adjustments may occur based on business needs, economic conditions, and industry standards.

**Must be US Citizen to apply**

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.

Drug Free Workplace:

ACET is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

ACET is an Equal Opportunity / Aff… / VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.