Transportation Lab Technician

Rogue Community College welcomes applications for a full-time Transportation Lab Technician.

Review of applications is scheduled to begin 5/4/2026.

Why Work at RCC?

Rogue Community College is a rewarding workplace where our employees enjoy helping others transform their lives through education. For the last 50 years, RCC has served as an important economic engine for the Southern Oregon community. With three unique campuses in Grants Pass, Medford and White City, Rogue is a comprehensive public community college serving about 14,000 individual learners, or 5,700 FTE, each year. We are committed to hiring a diverse faculty and staff who uphold our mission, vision and values.

Living in the Rogue Valley

Southern Oregon's beautiful Rogue Valley offers vibrant cultural and recreational opportunities along with friendly people and a mild climate. Conveniently situated along Interstate 5, the Rogue Valley is home to Southern Oregon University, the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the Britt Music & Arts Festival and a wonderful menu of restaurants, wineries and breweries. Outdoor recreation enthusiasts will enjoy the Valley's plentiful opportunities for hiking, cycling, rafting, fishing, camping and golfing as well as easy access to Crater Lake National Park, the Oregon Caves and the scenic Oregon and Northern California coast.

Inclusion Statement

Opportunity Starts Here – with people who bring curiosity, creativity, and care to their work. At Rogue Community College, we strive to hire and support employees who enrich our community and bring fresh perspectives to our work. Together, we’re creating a welcoming environment where people feel valued and respected, and where innovation grows.

We value the many ways people gain experience and develop skills. If your background doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. You might be just what we’re looking for.

Benefits and Retirement

In addition to rewarding career opportunities, RCC offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents. The following core benefits are made available through the Oregon Educators Benefit Board (OEBB): complete employer-paid health insurance packages, employer-paid group life and AD&D insurance, optional life and AD&D insurance, long and short-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, employee assistance program, individual offerings from AFLAC and Colonial, flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts. Additional benefits include generous paid leaves, tuition waivers, and on-campus wellness activities. Qualifying employees will contribute to the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS) and have the opportunity to enroll in optional 403(b) and 457(b) deferred compensation plans.

This is a Full-time Classified, 30 hour per week (75%) position in the Transportation Technology department. Starting compensation is entry level for Group 6 on the 2025-26 Classified Wage Schedule.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education – A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience – A minimum of three years of experience in automotive and/or diesel repair, including customer service responsibilities.

Only degrees received from an accredited institution will be accepted: accreditation must be recognized by the office of degree authorization, US Department of Education, as required by ORS 348.609. Final candidate will be required to provide official transcripts for required degree.

Any satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience which ensures the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute for the requirement(s).

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in automotive, diesel, or transportation technology or a related field
• ASE certifications
• Experience working in an instructional, training, or educational lab environment
• Experience with automotive repair software (e.g., Mitchell or similar systems)
• Forklift certification and/or Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Essential Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (Core Competencies)

• Knowledge – Automotive and diesel/transportation systems, parts, and repair practices; procedures used in automotive and diesel repair environments; tools and equipment used in lab/shop settings; applicable safety standards and regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA); and computer systems and software used for scheduling, inventory, and repair documentation (e.g., Mitchell or similar systems).
• Skills – Strong customer service and interpersonal skills; effective verbal and written communication; proficiency in automotive and/or diesel repair techniques; and ability to use computers and software for scheduling, documentation, and basic recordkeeping.
• Abilities – Ability to maintain a safe, secure, and organized lab environment; apply established policies, regulations, and procedures; work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and the public; provide guidance and oversight to student employees; support instructional activities; manage multiple tasks and priorities; and respond effectively to operational and customer service needs in a fast-paced lab setting.

Other Requirements

• For assignments requiring operation of a motor vehicle, possession of a valid Oregon Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30-days of employment, and maintenance of an acceptable driving record are required.

Remote Work Options (see AP 7239 Working Remotely for more details)

• This position functions as an in-person work arrangement, working on-campus with either a set schedule or flexibility depending on operational needs.

Physical Demands

The physical demands listed below represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manual dexterity and coordination are required for more than 50% of the workday, with sustained use of automotive tools and equipment, computers, keyboards, and other standard office equipment. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach, bend, kneel, stoop, twist, crouch, climb, and balance, as well as see, talk, hear, and manipulate objects. The position requires mobility and the ability to lift and/or move materials up to 25 pounds frequently and 25–60 pounds occasionally. The position requires the ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written forms.

Working Conditions

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.

• Work is primarily performed in an automotive/diesel lab and repair shop environment. The employee is regularly exposed to noise, dust, fumes, hazardous gases and vapors, and mechanical equipment. The work environment may include temperature fluctuations due to open shop areas, resulting in hot conditions during warmer months and cooler conditions during colder months. The position may involve exposure to wet or slippery surfaces and requires adherence to established safety procedures. The noise level is typically moderate to high, and lighting is generally adequate.

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