Automotive Laboratory Technician Aide
Salary:
$15.15 per hour
Summary of Function:
Assists faculty and students with the daily operation and maintenance of automotive laboratories and classrooms, including lab setup, materials preparation, inventory management, and equipment maintenance. Supports a safe, organized, and effective learning environment while providing student assistance and contributing to program and departmental goals. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Typical Duties:
Salary:
$15.15 per hour
Summary of Function:
Assists faculty and students with the daily operation and maintenance of automotive laboratories and classrooms, including lab setup, materials preparation, inventory management, and equipment maintenance. Supports a safe, organized, and effective learning environment while providing student assistance and contributing to program and departmental goals. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Typical Duties:
- Serves Students. Maintains and cleans the automotive technology equipment, laboratory, and classrooms, as well as the simulation lab and engine/transmission laboratory. Performs inventory checks and maintains the Tool Room and the Toolboxes.
- High school diploma/GED with two years of experience working in a college automotive technology lab; OR associate's degree in automotive technology with experience working in a college automotive technology lab
- An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered
- Arizona Driver's License or Equivalent
- Hold or be pursuing ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification
- Experience with computerized ATech automotive simulators in electrical systems, electronic ignition, anti-lock braking, and engine performance
- Non-Exempt
- Part-time
- Up to 19 hours per week
- Work flexible schedule to meet the program, department, and/or institutional needs, which may include Fridays, nights, and/or weekends
- Knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply, and follow college policies and procedures
- Knowledge of or ability to maintain organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures
- Knowledge of automotive technology basics
- Knowledge of automotive laboratory operations, equipment, and safety practices
- Skill in current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software,
specifically Microsoft Office applications, Windows, college system platforms, software, and applications especially those specific to the department operations - Skill and ability to be self-directed and to manage one's own time
- Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
- Skill in maintaining accurate records and inventories
- Skill in maintaining organized laboratory workspaces, materials, and supplies
- Ability to complete all departmental and/or institutional mandatory training or development
- Ability to organize, prioritize, follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion, with close attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment
- Ability to provide assistance in a professional, civil, and supportive manner
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, in writing, and in a public setting, and to relate to others in a professional manner
- Ability to be flexible and supportive, positively and proactively assimilate change in rapid growth environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of protected information and follow FERPA and privacy guidelines
- Ability to operate relevant equipment required to complete assigned responsibilities for the position
- Ability to adapt and maintain professional composure in emergent situations
- Ability to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and civility in all job-related actions
- Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate actions to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes
- Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective, and collaborative relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, students, and the public
- Inside classroom, lab, or office environment with normal noise and lighting levels
- Working environment may include various locations across the service district, with varying noise levels, indoor and/or outdoor locations as needed to support program, department, or institutional needs
- Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking
- May lift, carry, push, and/or pull, at times a minimum of 50 pounds
- Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and/or twist
- Safely and appropriately operate golf carts or district vehicles
- Must be able to navigate various departments of the organization's physical premises
- May be required to travel to other locations using various modes of private, commercial, or fleet transportation,
and as needed to support program, department and institutional needs
- Yuma Campus
- Not Benefits Eligible
- The statements within this document describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,
demands, and skills required of personnel so classified - The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice
October 19, 2026
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
The following materials must be uploaded at the time of application. Any materials submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail will not be accepted. Applications missing any of the below requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.
- Completed Application
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae (no more than 3 pages)
ADDRESS INQUIRIES TO:
Arizona Western College Human Resources
Phone: (928) 344-7505 / FAX: (928) 317-6001 / TTY: (928) 344-7629
Email: Human. Resources@azwestern.edu
ARIZONA WESTERN COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER