Toolroom Attendant, HVAC/Plumbing (185-Day)

Pennsylvania College of Technology; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Toolroom Attendant to manage inventory and support students in the HVAC/Plumbing department. This role involves maintaining tools and supplies, assisting faculty, and ensuring a safe and organized environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with a high school diploma or GED. With a focus on safety and efficiency, this position offers an opportunity to contribute to the educational experience of students while working in a collaborative setting. Join a team that values diversity and provides comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental insurance, retirement plans, and educational benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Educational Benefits

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, with knowledge of HVAC/Plumbing terminology.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory of tools and supplies for HVAC/Plumbing.
• Assist faculty and manage work-study students effectively.
• Promote safety practices and maintain toolroom organization.

Skills

Effective Communication

Basic Arithmetic

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Forklift Operation

Sensitivity to Diversity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical High School Diploma

Training in Manual or Computerized Inventory

Tools

Computer Spreadsheet or Database

HVAC/Plumbing Tools

Job description

Overview

Following standard procedures, the Toolroom Attendant will maintain an inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies; dispense materials to students, maintain areas in a clean and orderly fashion; assist faculty and School office with ordering materials; make minor repairs to tools and equipment. Position follows a 185-day annual work calendar. Travel off-campus with use of a College vehicle. May require some evening hours.

Full-time Employee Benefits include medical and dental insurances, retirement plans, paid time off, educational benefits for employees and dependents at Penn College and Penn State University, and more.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED. Required
• Education, training, and/or work experience that qualifies a person to perform above duties and provides a working knowledge of terminology, tools, supplies and equipment/materials appropriate to the HVAC/Plumbing trade. Required
• Diploma from a technical high school or trade school. Preferred
• Training in manual or computerized inventory. Preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Forklift Certification Certified forklift training or ability to obtain. Required

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in HVAC/Plumbing or related area. Required
• Familiarity with standard HVAC/Plumbing tools and equipment. Required
• Experience with operation of computerized inventory. Preferred

ABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in written form. Required
• Ability to read and to perform basic arithmetic. Required
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with students, staff, faculty and public. Required
• Sensitivity to the expectations of students, staff, faculty, and public. Required
• Demonstrated sensitivity to diversity and multicultural issues. Required
• Developed organizational skills. Required
• Possession of a valid driver's license. Required
• Ability to use or learn to use a computer spreadsheet or database to inventory supplies. Required
• Must have training and/or certification in forklift operation or become trained/certified prior to performing forklift responsibilities. Required

Responsibilities

• Conduct inventory of consumable instructional supplies and equipment for HVAC/Plumbing.
• Evaluate and report to the Assistant Dean the need for repairs performed by the Vendor, contact Vendor if needed, and oversee major repair work performed by outside vendors.
• Direct the activities of Work-study students.
• Assist faculty with overseeing students in clean-up of instructional areas, demolition of projects, and salvage of materials.
• Work with Department Head and faculty to minimize waste and maximize recycling of instructional materials.
• Ensure that new equipment has a Penn College inventory number.
• Operate forklift to complete required responsibilities and duties.
• Promote safety practices and procedures and maintain Right-to-Know (e.g. MSDS) literature.
• Store, dispense, receive, and check tools, equipment, and instructional supplies used by faculty and students.
• Verify that written requisitions from students and staff correctly match items being checked in or out.
• Maintain clean and orderly arrangement of toolroom and contents.
• Maintain inventory of expendable supplies and notify School office as supplies are depleted to enable timely reordering.
• Receive and check delivered supplies, and process the receivers.
• Perform and record minor maintenance and repairs (e.g., parts replacement) on tools/equipment/machines.
• Promptly report loss, theft, or breakage of tools, equipment, and supplies to the Assistant Dean or designated faculty person.
• Load and deliver scrap to recycling center.

Physical Standards and Special Job Features

Occasional heavy lifting not to exceed 60 lbs. Occasional use of ladder/scaffolding.

Pay Transparency

$17.25 per hour.

College Statement

This is not a complete itemization of all facets of this position. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The College has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without prior notice.

EEO Statement

Penn College is committed to equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.