Shop Assistant

About the role

The automotive shop assistant is a motivated, organized, and reliable individual responsible for supporting daily operations. This includes maintaining a clean and safe work environment, assisting technicians, managing parts inventory, and assisting with other shop-related tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by performing general shop upkeep like sweeping, cleaning work areas, and taking out trash
• Organize and manage the inventory of parts and supplies, including receiving, stocking
• Ensure that tools and equipment are clean, well-maintained, and returned to their proper locations
• Absorb and manage other shop-related tasks and logistics as assigned by management
• Assist with retrieving and delivering tools, parts, and equipment to technicians as needed to keep the workflow moving
• Help with the disassembly and reassembly of vehicle components
• Collect, salvage, and sort reusable or recycle materials or waste materials
• Use proper personal protective equipment
• Present a professional appearance and conduct
• Report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor
• Comply with safety rules, policies, and procedures
• Stop at risk behavior of others and self
• Follow all protocols, company procedures, policies, and rules
• Take direction and respond to supervision

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in an automotive shop or similar mechanical environment is a plus
• Forklift certified
• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with automotive tools
• Knowledge of automotive cataloging and inventory systems
• Proficiency with computers and other office equipment
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in inventory management and record keeping
• Ability to identify issues and assist in troubleshooting under supervision
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with colleagues and customers
• Capable of managing and prioritizing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or listen
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds

Pay

$21.00-$22.00 per hour

Schedule

Monday-Friday 7:30AM-4:00PM