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September 16, 2026 Shop Hand or Tool Assistant Lafayette, LA $17 / per hour Full time Apply Now Back Job Description Immediately hiring for an experiened shop hand or tool assistant.

• MUST BE HONEST, RELIABLE, AND DEPENDABLE

• MUST

BE ABLE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS

• 1-2 YEARS

OF EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH TOOLS

(TEARING

DOWN, CLEANING, REBUILDING

)

PREFERRED

• 2-5 YEARS

OF EXPERIENCE WORKING IN A MANUFACTURING SHOP OR A WAREHOUSE ENVIRONMENT

• 2-5 YEARS

OF EXPERIENCE WITH MANUAL LABOR

• MUST

DEMONSTRATE MECHANICAL APTITUDE IN PREVIOUS ROLES

• MUST

BE COMPUTER LITERATE AND TECH SAVVY

• CANDIDATES

HAVE STABLE WORK TENURE

• PUNCTUALITY

IS VERY IMPORTANT. WE NEED A CANDIDATE WHO WILL SHOW UP TO WORK ON TIME, EVERY DAY THE HIRING MANAGER WOULD LIKE TO INTERVIEW AND HIRE ASAP. JOB SUMMARY

The Tool Assistant is responsible for the coordination, performance, QAQC and execution of processes and procedures. The Tool Assistant is responsible for ensuring that the quality of the supplied products meets or exceeds the customer's requirements and maintains the standard of excellence.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Wash, tear down & rebuild the Tools per the applicable work instructions under strict supervision
• Ensure all necessary equipment and tools are available and adequately maintained to perform all aspects of the job
• Maintain the highest level of professionalism and works with honesty and integrity Any other duty, responsibility, or task as assigned by the supervisor
• Previous experience in manufacturing, assembly, shop, etc. is a bonus
• Previous forklift training is a bonus
• Proficiency with basic hand tools
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50lbs Our Commitment to

Fair Hiring:

HireQuest does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or other legally protected group status in making hiring or employment decisions. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, industries, and abilities to join our team. HireQuest is a global workforce solutions provider offering everything from on-demand staffing to executive recruiting through our core brands: HireQuest Direct, MRINetwork, Snelling, and TradeCorp. Recognized by SIA as one of the "Largest Staffing Firms" and "Fastest Growing Staffing Firms," we take pride in building inclusive teams. To ensure every applicant has a positive experience, our hiring and interview process is designed to meet diverse needs. If you require a reasonable accommodation during your application or interview, please contact [email protected] . Is This the Opportunity You've Been Waiting For?

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