Equipment Specialist

Equipment Specialist

Location

Northwest State Community College - Main Campus, OH

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

00228

Department

Custom Training Solutions

Opening Date

07/30/2026

GENERAL PURPOSE

The Equipment Specialist manages and maintains all CTS equipment across all training sites. This includes maintaining an accurate inventory, coordinating the use of specific equipment, and arranging delivery. This position is also responsible for performing proper preventative maintenance and repairs on CTS equipment as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Coordinate scheduling of CTS facilities and equipment.

2. Responsible for the delivery of equipment to CTS training sites.

3. Schedule routine preventative maintenance on all CTS equipment.

4. Troubleshoot equipment as needed, coordinate repairs and order parts if necessary.

5. Maintain accurate inventory of CTS lab supplies and equipment through utilization of inventory management software.

6. Maintain CTS storeroom.

7. Maintain the storage, lending, and return of all textbooks.

8. Coordinate maintenance and repairs on all CTS vehicles.

9. Manage the scheduling of CTS vehicles for coordinators, instructors, and other college employees.

10. All other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Associate's degree or equivalent education/experience required in the manufacturing industry, related business field, or workforce development.
• At least 5 years experience working with industrial manufacturing equipment, including the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems required.
• Must have the ability to maintain compliance with all federal and state regulations, including DOT physical and DOT drug/alcohol screening.
• Experience with Inventory Management Systems preferred.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of industrial equipment and components, including a working knowledge of industrial mechanical and electrical systems.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing maintenance, troubleshooting, and electrical.
• Excellent computer skills as appropriate for the area, as well as having the ability to update skills based on new computer technology. This includes proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and be flexible.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR PUBLIC CONTACT

Position will interact with business & industry personnel, NSCC and other college personnel, and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions-ability to carry up to 50 pounds, along with twisting and standing for extended periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Northwest State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and educator that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, age, disability or military status in employment or the provision of services.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the policy of Northwest State Community College to provide reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities. When contacted for an interview, an applicant who requires special accommodations due to a disability should notify the Human Resources office at the time he/she is contacted so that proper arrangements can be made for the interview.

Employer Northwest State Community College

Address 22600 S.R. 34

Archbold, Ohio, 43506

Phone 419-267-1425

Website https://northweststate.edu/