How to Become a Tool Crib Attendant

Step 1: Understand the job description and responsibilities of a Tool Crib Attendant

What does a Tool Crib Attendant do?

A Tool Crib Attendant inventories, stores, and distributes hand tools and other equipment. Maintains tool functionality, calibration specifications, and safe condition by performing frequent inspections of tools and equipment for wear, defects, or damage. Being a Tool Crib Attendant keeps an inventory of tools by tracking the distribution of tools and users in a database or other system. Orders new tools and equipment or repairs tools as needed. Additionally, Tool Crib Attendant has training and experience in an industrial environment with familiarity of heavy machinery and tools. May require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Tool Crib Attendant possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience.

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The attendant typically works in both a clerical and practical capacity to ensure that the tool crib is properly stocked and maintained.

12/25/2019: Santa Cruz, CA

Some companies may also employ more than one attendant to perform a wide range of functions.

02/19/2020: Boston, MA

A tool crib attendant will typically work both in a clerical and a maintenance capacity with regard to the tools in the tool crib.

12/04/2019: Lawton, OK

In a clerical or administrative role, the attendant will typically oversee the use of tools in the crib and ensure that tools are properly signed for as they are used.

12/15/2019: Raleigh, NC

A tool crib attendant may also perform regular inventory to ensure tools are not missing.

12/20/2019: Miami, FL
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Step 2: Learn best tips to become a Tool Crib Attendant

Best tips for those who want to become a Tool Crib Attendant

Here are some tips to become a Tool Crib Attendant.

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Issue tools and equipment to workers & maintains records of tools and equipment issued returned, manually or using computer.

12/04/2019: Birmingham, AL

Locate lost or misplaced tools equipment.

12/05/2019: South Bend, IN

Prepare periodic inventory or maintains perpetual inventory of tools equipment, manually or using computer.

02/07/2020: Dallas, TX

Receive, unpacks, and stores incoming tools equipment, and requisitions stock to replenish inventory.

12/03/2019: Tampa, FL

Inspect and measures tools and equipment for defects wear, visually or using micrometer, and reports damage or wear to supervisors.

12/06/2019: San Francisco, CA
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Step 3: View best colleges and universities for Tool Crib Attendant

Best colleges and universities for Tool Crib Attendant

  • Butler University
  • Carroll College
  • Cooper Union
  • High Point University
  • Princeton University
  • Providence College

Step 4: Think about whether is it worth to be a Tool Crib Attendant

Is being a Tool Crib Attendant Worth it?

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Prepares periodic inventory or maintains perpetual inventory of tools and equipment, manually or using computer.

01/17/2020: Billings, MT

Inspects and measures tools and equipment for defects and wear, visually or using micrometer, and reports damage or wear to supervisors.

02/07/2020: Scranton, PA

Tool Crib Attendant Must have the ability to work in a fast paced, manufacturing shop environment meeting customer needs and requirements.

02/05/2020: Petersburg, VA

Given this position… experienced Tool Room Attendants to work at an on-site construction project in Toldeo, OH.

02/25/2020: Columbus, MS

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01/01/2020: Roanoke, VA
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Step 5: Prepare relevant skills for being a Tool Crib Attendant

What skills do you need to be a Tool Crib Attendant?

As with every job, there are some skills needed to succeed within this role.  Possession of the following skills will help ensure successful day-to-day operations in this role: Make To Order, Manufacturing Fabrication.  This list doesn’t encompass every skill required for the role, but is a good place to start.

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12/30/2019: San Francisco, CA

Sign out special tools required by plant maintenance personnel.

12/18/2019: Port Arthur, TX

Work with vendors on new product offerings using knowledge of tool and asset specifications.

11/30/2019: Spartanburg, SC

Full knowledge of material handling equipment and hand, machine and measuring tools.

01/23/2020: Pensacola, FL

Knowledge of Tool Control, FOD, HAZMAT, Training, Quality, and Security programs.

01/21/2020: Harlingen, TX
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Step 6: View average salary for Tool Crib Attendant

How much does a Tool Crib Attendant make?

The average salary range for a Tool Crib Attendant is from $37,042 to $47,219. The salary will change depending on your location, job level, experience, education, and skills.

Salary range for a Tool Crib Attendant
$37,042 to $47,219

Step 7: Find relevant Tool Crib Attendant jobs, and apply.

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