Auto Body Lab Assistant

Compensation:

$22.00 per hour, Up to 29 hours per week

Compensation Type:

Non-Exempt

Employment Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Grade:

NE15

Position Summary

The Auto Body Lab Assistant supports a safe, organized, and engaging laboratory environment.

MAJOR DUTIES

 

·         Attends Auto Body lab sections, as needed, and works with the instructor to maintain a safe environment for students.

·        Monitors auto body labs and shop areas to identify safety hazards and promote safe working practices.

 

·         Reports unsafe conditions, equipment issues, and safety concerns to instructional staff or supervisors.

 

·         Assists instructor to prepare and organize tools, equipment, parts, and materials for auto body laboratory activities.

 

·         Inspects tools, equipment, and work areas to ensure safe operating conditions.

 

·         Maintains a working knowledge of auto body systems, components, tools, and processes to support lab safety and preparation.

 

·         Maintains clean, safe, and organized auto body laboratory and shop areas.

 

·         Supports compliance with shop safety procedures, including proper use of protective equipment and handling of hazardous materials.

 

·         Performs related duties as assigned.

 

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

 

·         Knowledge of laboratory procedures, equipment maintenance, fabrication techniques, and safety practices.

 

·         Knowledge of inventory management principles.

 

·         Knowledge of the calibration, cleaning and operation of lab equipment.

 

·         Knowledge of environmental health and safety regulations.

 

·         Knowledge of college policies and procedures.

 

·         Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.

 

·         Skill in decision making and problem solving.

 

·         Skill in interpersonal relations and in working with the public.

 

·         Skill in oral and written communication.

 

·         Skill in working effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

 

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

 

The coordinator assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

 

GUIDELINES

 

Guidelines include safety data sheets, equipment calibration and operation guides, lab safety procedures, and college policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application. 

 

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

 

·         The work consists of varied duties related to the preparation, organization, maintenance, and safety of auto body laboratory spaces, tools, and equipment. The need to maintain a safe working environment, ensure proper equipment operation, prepare labs for instructional activities, and identify and address potential safety hazards contributes to the complexity of the position.

 

·         The purpose of this position is to support a safe, organized, and functional hands-on learning environment within the Auto Body Program. The position focuses primarily on monitoring and maintaining laboratory safety, assisting with lab setup and preparation, and ensuring tools and equipment are properly maintained and available for use. Success in this position contributes to student and instructor safety, efficient laboratory operations, and the overall effectiveness of the Auto Body Program. The position does not include instructional or teaching responsibilities.

 

CONTACTS

                                                                     

·         Contacts are with instructors, tutors, students and student employees.

 

·         Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, coordinate laboratory activities, provide guidance and support, resolve problems, ensure safe practices are followed.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

 

·         The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, bending or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.

 

·         The work is typically performed in a lab where there is exposure to machinery with moving parts.

 

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

 

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of an A.A.S. degree or Certificate.

• Knowledge of automotive shop safety practices, procedures, and hazard prevention.

 

• Ability to recognize unsafe working conditions, identify potential hazards, and take appropriate action to maintain a safe laboratory environment.

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