LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
PERSONNEL COMMISSION
CLASS SPECIFICATION
CLASS CODE 4577
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT, AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
DEFINITION
Monitors and maintains automotive technology instructional shop areas and provides assistance to
instructional staff by relieving them of administrative duties associated with the repair and billing of work
performed by students.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Schedules and oversees the use of one or more automotive technology instructional shop areas by students,
faculty, and staff.
Instructs students individually in the proper and safe use and operation of a variety of equipment and tools.
Explains to students established instructional shop policies.
Assists instructional staff in the design and development of instructional materials and study aids.
Prepares demonstration exercises as requested by instructors on such subjects as wheel alignment; proper
methods for jacking vehicles; paint spraying procedures; or setting up DVDs for lectures.
Assists students in the use of automotive technology computer software and equipment used as part of the
instructional program.
Assists instructional staff by providing observations of the problems encountered and progress being made
by students using a laboratory as part of the educational program.
Effectively utilizes the capabilities and functions of standard computer software applications and
automotive technology software in the performance of duties.
Issues and receives supplies, materials, and equipment for student use in laboratory and classroom
assignments; keeps records and effects the return of supplies and equipment checked out to students.
Assists in the operation of the departments stock room by preparing job tickets, making up parts orders,
locating parts, and reviewing inventory of supplies.
Assists instructors in the Automotive Technology Department in the preparation of repair orders on
automotive equipment brought in for repairs.
Maintains regular contact with customers regarding repair work and pricing.
Reviews repair orders to insure that parts are stocked or initiates action to locate and requisition needed
parts from outside vendors.
Monitors Air Quality Management Division (AQMD) requirements related to the control and disposal of
toxic waste from the Automotive Technology Department.
Insures working condition of equipment relating to safety and operations and initiates action for repair, as
needed.
Maintains scale of charges for repair services and records of work performed and fees collected.
May assist with work related to department business such as document creation and editing, timekeeping,
answering telephone inquiries, and posting updated information on Web pages, as needed.
May assign, review the work of, and provide training to assigned lower-level staff.
Performs related duties as assigned.
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DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
An Instructional Assistant, Automotive Technology, applies a knowledge of automotive body, fender
and engine repair technology in assisting students and faculty with automotive repair and billing of work
and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of one or more automotive technology shop areas.
Instructional Assistants in other academic disciplines provide tutorial assistance to students in the
fundamentals of their specialized fields and are responsible for the day-to-day operations of learning
laboratories on the campus.
SUPERVISION
General supervision is received from a Department Chair. Functional supervision is received from
instructional staff. Work direction may be provided to lower-level staff.
CLASS QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Basic principles of automotive repair
Commonly used automotive tools and equipment
Proper procedures and practices in the use of automotive tools and equipment
Health and safety practices and precautions applicable to automotive shop areas Spray painting
procedures
Office practices and procedures
Capabilities of computer systems, software and hardware common to instructional shop areas
Recordkeeping procedures
Skill in:
Use of basic mechanics tools and equipment
Use of specialized automotive equipment such as electronic tune-up equipment; auto lifts and wheel
alignment equipment; emission test equipment; and air conditioning servicing equipment
Ability to:
Demonstrate proper instructional techniques and procedures for students
Provide instructional assistance to students and instructional staff
Keep detailed and precise records
Secure and store supplies
Work effectively and cooperatively with instructional staff, students, and the public
Give clear and concise instructions
Effectively utilize computer hardware and software applications
Learn a variety of AQMD rules and regulations related to the use, storage, and disposal of oils, grease,
and other chemicals used in automotive repair shops
Learn general and specialized software applications
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ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
A. An associate degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university with a major in
automotive mechanics or a related field.
OR
B. Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND two years of full-time paid experience in the
automotive repair field preferably as a mechanic or service writer.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift and move items weighing up to fifty pounds.
Reasonable Accommodation
Our class specification generally describes the duties, responsibilities, and requirements characteristic of the position(s)
within this job class. The duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a particular position within this class may vary
from the duties of other positions within the class.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Los Angeles Community College District provides
reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with covered disabilities on a case-by-case basis throughout the
application, examination, and hiring processes and throughout employment. If an individual is in doubt about his or her
ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of a position or possession of any other requirement noted in a class
specification or job announcement, he or she should always apply for a position and request reasonable accommodation
at the appropriate time.
Revised
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