A tool crib attendant oversees the storage and handling of tools in a company’s tool crib, ensuring proper maintenance, inventory checks, and tool sign-out procedures. They may work in an administrative or maintenance role and have extensive knowledge of tools and their care.
A tool crib attendant typically works for a company that has a tool crib where the tools of the company’s employees are kept. The attendant typically works in an administrative and hands-on capacity to ensure the tool cradle is properly stocked and maintained. This means he will ensure tools are picked up and returned correctly, run inventory checks to ensure tools are not missing, and keep track of tools. He or she also normally maintains the tools, usually by grinding, sharpening and applying other appropriate maintenance methods.
Large manufacturing companies and similar companies may have a tool cradle used to house the hand tools and other equipment used for jobs by the company. A tool crib attendant is a person who works for this type of company and is responsible for overseeing the tool crib to ensure proper storage and handling of the tools. He or she will typically have an extensive knowledge of a wide range of tools and how to use them, as well as proper care and maintenance of these tools. Some companies may also employ more than one agent to perform a wide range of roles.
A tool crib attendant typically works in an office and maintenance capacity in relation to the tools in the tool crib. In an administrative or administrative role, the attendant typically supervises the use of tools in the cradle and ensures that tools are properly signed as they are used. He or she will ensure that other employees exit the tools they are using and inspect the tools before they leave and when they return. A tool crib attendant can also run regular inventory to ensure tools are not missing.
There is also a fair amount of maintenance work normally expected of someone in this position. He or she usually needs to properly care for the tools in the crib and ensure they are ready for use when needed. This work may include greasing tools, sharpening or sharpening tools as needed, and ensuring that new tools are ordered when needed. Companies that employ more than one tool crib attendant may have someone who focuses on maintenance, especially with expensive tools and equipment, while others handle administration and inventory.
Protect your devices with Threat Protection by NordVPN
