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Instructional and Classroom Support Technician 2 - Automotive Technology

Green River College, Auburn, WA, United States


Salary:

$3,925.00 - $5,137.00 Monthly
Location :

Main Campus - 12401 SE 320th Street Auburn, WA
Job Type:

Classified Full Time
Job Number:

26c-000
Department:

Instruction
Opening Date:

04/20/2026
Closing Date:

4/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Position Summary

Act as a liaison between automotive customers, students, and faculty. Inputs service tracking to an electronic system that mirrors industry. Maintains Automotive tool room and provides tools and supplies to support students for Automotive instruction.
ABOUT THE COLLEGE:

Green River College's student body is made up of approximately 41% Academic Transfer students, 34% Professional-Technical students, 15% Adult Basic Education student, and 3% Applied Bachelor degrees. Green River College has four campuses, including the main campus in Auburn, Washington, with satellite campuses in Kent, downtown Auburn, and Enumclaw. Green River programs serve high school graduates, Running Start students (dual enrollment in local high schools and the college), those seeking retraining for the workforce, international students, students learning English, and Continuing Education students. Green River's service areas are increasingly ethnically diverse, comprising African Americans, African immigrants, Asian Americans, Asians, Latinx, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Middle Eastern Americans, among other communities.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION:

We commit to be an anti-racist institution where all students, faculty, and staff receive the access, resources, and services needed to achieve their educational, career, and personal goals. Green River College makes social and economic justice, equity, and inclusion our highest priorities.

The Green River College definition of equity encompasses all identities, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, economic status, gender identity, sexual identity, disability, religion/spirituality, immigration status, age, and culture. We understand individual needs vary widely, and the effects of discrimination and historical oppression must be taken into account while aiming for equitable opportunities and outcomes for all.
Position Responsibilities

Manages Automotive toolroomworkflow, operation, and organization. Provides tools, equipment, and supplies needed for students, instructors, and projects; helps maintain equipment, toolservice, andensurestools are properly calibrated; prepares equipment, tools, and materials for class projects and demonstrations as requested by instructors; assists instructors, staff, and students in the laboratories and classrooms.?
Monitorlaboratories to ensure compliance with safety protocols and policies;assistsin the development and practice of safe laboratory procedures.Ensurestudents are equipped with andproperly usingPPE (Personal Protective Equipment).?
Operates and performs routine maintenance and repairs on laboratory and demonstration instruments and equipment; mayassistin instructing students, instructionalaides, and faculty in the use of equipment
Maintains adequate stock levels of all inventory and supplies; follows through on proper purchasing procedures; orders equipment, tools, and supplies for the Automotive program as needed
Creates/manages Automotive repair orders, invoices, and estimates; ensures accurate interpretation of technician (student) notes and the inputting of notes into repair orders; conducts vehicle parts ordering, quotes, and scheduling of appointments; performs customer service in person, through email, and via phone; accurately communicates between students, instructors, staff, vendors, and customers.
Coordinates and relays the status of student projects, status of customer vehicles, and status of school vehicles between multiple class periods; monitors the progress of customer and school vehicles; ensures customer vehicles are completed in a reasonable amount of time and that students have all parts, tools/equipment, and supplies needed to diagnose and repair vehicles
Organizes, files, and archives student files, customer repair orders/receipts, and part/equipment invoices
Organizes, promotes, coordinates, andassistsin conducting specific programs and resources for students, toincludeletter writing/resumes, telephone etiquette, tutoring, scholarships, training, testing, counseling, job openings, and public relations work; advises in technical subject matter in areas of automotive; prepares students to enter the work force
Mayassist, as needed, with laboratory and classroom projects
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma?
Moderate computer skills?
Customer service skills ?
Ability to lift-up to 30 pounds?
Preferred Qualifications:?
Some Automotive experience
Some formal Automotive training and/or education?
Supplemental Information

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Working conditions aresimilar toautomotive service areas in current industry settings.May includelong periodsof standing or bending; working in a noisy, fast paced environment where vehicles need to be completedin a timely manner.Handling ofautomotive tools/equipment, supplies, exposure to dirt,grimeand automotive fluids/chemicals.
Must act as a role modeldemonstratingand maintaining a professional attitude, and a spirit of mutual regard to staff, employees, students, and automotive customers. Requires extensive computer use, as well as reading and typing.

At this time, Green River College is not sponsoring for H1-B Visas.

All offers of employment are subject to background checks. (Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.)

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law RCW 28B.112.080.

Green River College is a tobacco free campus. For more information on the tobacco policy, please visit the following link:

Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report- Green River College's Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at , containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information for the past three calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 253-288-3350.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Human Resources, 12401 SE 320th Street, Auburn, WA 98092-3622, (253) 288-3320.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Support Services at (253) 833-9111, ext. 2631; TTY (253) 288-3359.

Equal Opportunity Employer and Statement of Non-Discrimination: Green River College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status age, perceived or actual sensory, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal.

Green River College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, including sex-based harassment, and sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to Green River College's Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights, or both.

Reporting
Any employee, student, applicant, or visitor who believes that he, she or they have been the subject of discrimination or harassment should report the incident or incidents to the College's appropriate Title IX Coordinator identified below. If the complaint is against that Coordinator, the complainant should report the matter to the President's office for referral to an alternate designee.

For students/employees/public/visitors/applicants: Korland Simmons, Title IX Coordinator • Equity, Diversity, Inclusion
More than Just a Paycheck!
Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement and dental plans through the , and most classified staff members will participate in either WA state's PERS 2 or PERS 3 retirement programs. Other benefits include sick and vacation leave, staff training, paid holidays, and the opportunity to participate in the tuition-waiver program. We also offer an on-campus fitness center.

Health Benefits:
Medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under the Public Employees Benefits Board.