Automotive Lab Technician - Mid Michigan College

Mid Michigan College seeks individuals who: value collegiality and mutual respect; use data in decision making; are innovative; are service minded; are goal oriented; strive to continually improve themselves and their work processes; are willing to collaborate and seek to add value in every interaction.

This position is responsible for the maintenance of the automotive labs for cleaning and organizing shop areas, as well as stocking supplies, tools, and safety equipment.

1. Clean and organize labs.
2. Maintain shop safety, dispensing safety glasses and appropriate shop apparel.
3. Maintain security of equipment and tools throughout the process of checking equipment out and in to students, staff, and instructors.
4. Maintain, repair, clean, and verify the safe use and condition of all equipment and tools.
5. Procure, organize, secure, maintain inventory, and provide safe storage of all lab supplies.
6. Clean and maintain the condition of lab vehicles.
7. Assist instructors with preparation for course labs, including student stations, vehicles, tools, equipment, and supplies.
8. Devise, revise, and/or improvise lab tools and equipment as needed.
9. Assist with the development and revision of lab practices.
10. Collaborate with the AMS Lead Faculty and Instructors for the review, selection, and ordering of course tools, equipment, and materials.
11. Implement competency-based objectives and outcome measures for program and courses taught.
12. Maintain and report appropriate lab records (e.g., inventory, MSDS, etc.).
13. Maintain all required certifications and professional development as required by the College.
14. Work collaboratively with faculty, administrators, and staff.
15. Maintain and request updates for classroom/lab equipment and supplies.
16. Perform other duties as assigned by the Lead AMS Faculty and/or the Dean of Occupational Studies.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Must have basic computer skills.
• Ability to maintain inventory of supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Leadership abilities appropriate for guidance and supervision of other department employees and student workers.
• Ability to maintain good work relations with fellow employees and students.

Education:

• Associate Degree in Automotive Services preferred.

Experience:

• Two years of work experience in the automotive repair industry preferred.

Note: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.  Incumbents may be asked to perform additional duties as required by his/her supervisor.

Mid Michigan College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination in employment or the provisions of services.