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Tool Room Custodian Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Tool & GSE Custodian

Fort Worth, TX

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

Summary The Tool and GSE Custodian is responsible for scheduling/performing all maintenance of ... room are maintained in accordance with calibration requirements Request/purchase/implement new ...

Tool & GSE Custodian

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

Summary The Tool and GSE Custodian is responsible for scheduling/performing all maintenance of ... room are maintained in accordance with calibration requirements Request/purchase/implement new ...

Tool & GSE Custodian

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

Summary The Tool and GSE Custodian is responsible for scheduling/performing all maintenance of ... in tool room are maintained in accordance with calibration requirements • Request/purchase ...

Custodian - 2nd Shift

Brighton, CO · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Clean and organize the tool room * Light maintenance work * Perform safety cabinet audits including ... Custodial Operations Supervisor * Shift: 2nd #TW

Custodian - 2nd Shift

Brighton, CO · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Clean and organize the tool room * Light maintenance work * Perform safety cabinet audits including ... Prior custodial or janitorial experience is preferred. JOB DETAILS: * Type: Hourly * Status: Non ...

Part-Time Custodian

Superior, WI · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Description: We're seeking a talented Part-Time Custodian to join the Transwest Team! Transwest is ... Clean and organize the tool room. * Light maintenance work. * Perform safety cabinet audits ...

Description We're seeking a talented Part-Time Custodian to join the Transwest Team! Transwest is a ... Clean and organize the tool room. * Light maintenance work. * Perform safety cabinet audits ...

Part-Time Custodian

Superior, WI · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Job Type Part-time Description We're seeking a talented Part-Time Custodian to join the Transwest ... Clean and organize the tool room. * Light maintenance work. * Perform safety cabinet audits ...

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How much do tool room custodian jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for tool room custodian in the United States is $15.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a tool room custodian?

Tool Room Custodians are responsible for managing, issuing, and maintaining tools and equipment in a tool room or storage facility. They keep detailed records of tool usage, ensure tools are in good working condition, and track inventory to prevent loss or damage. Their role is essential for supporting the efficient operation of workshops, manufacturing plants, or maintenance departments by making sure that the right tools are available when needed. They may also perform minor repairs on tools and enforce safety protocols related to tool handling.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a tool room custodian?

To thrive as a Tool Room Custodian, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent, often with experience in inventory management or warehousing. Familiarity with inventory tracking software, barcoding systems, and basic hand tools is typically required. Reliability, strong communication, and the ability to work independently are valuable soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure accurate tool management, minimize downtime, and support efficient operations in manufacturing or maintenance environments.

What are common challenges faced by tool room custodians and how can they be managed?

Tool Room Custodians often face challenges such as maintaining accurate inventory records, ensuring tools are properly stored and in good condition, and managing tool check-outs and returns among multiple team members. To effectively manage these challenges, custodians typically use inventory management software, implement clear check-in/check-out procedures, and conduct regular audits of tools and equipment. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this role, as is the ability to communicate clearly with technicians, engineers, and other personnel.

What is the difference between Tool Room Custodian vs Tool Room Technician?

AspectTool Room CustodianTool Room Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some certifications in tool managementHigh school diploma; technical certifications or training in tool maintenance
Work EnvironmentManufacturing or industrial settings, maintaining tool storage areasManufacturing, industrial, or maintenance environments, performing tool repairs and calibration
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed in factories, workshops, and maintenance departmentsFound in similar settings, often with additional technical responsibilities

The main difference is that Tool Room Custodians primarily manage and organize tools, while Tool Room Technicians perform maintenance and repairs. Both roles are essential in industrial settings, but Technicians typically require more technical skills and certifications.

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Infographic showing various Tool Room Custodian job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,056 per year, or $15.9 per hour.

Aviation Tool Room Custodian

North Las Vegas, NV

Remote Imagery Technologies
51 - 200 employees

Full-time

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Responsible for procurement, calibration, repair, and control of special/calibrated tools and equipment for use on manned and unmanned company aircraft. Provides inventory control, calibration and maintenance of all special tools/equipment. Maintains clean and safe tool room area.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, other duties may be assigned

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Conducts beginning and end of day tool room inventory ensuring all equipment/special tools are present and controls access to tool room.

Establishes and maintains inventory of all special tools and equipment in company tool rooms by manual or automated tracking methodologies. Issues special tools/equipment to company employees using manual or automated means. Tracks/monitors calibration due dates for all tools and special equipment from cradle to grave.

Coordinates with remote sites to ensure replacement calibrated tools and equipment are returned and replaced with calibrated tools prior to calibration expiration. Read and interpret manufacturers' and FAA required calibration and maintenance requirements for tools and special equipment and tracks all such requirements. Adheres to established company tool control policies and procedures and adopts industry best practices.

Assists Maintenance section with maintenance of small gas generators. Establish priorities, maintenance and inspection schedules for all special tools at home station and remote sites to meet program needs and minimize downtime. Maintain inventory management and maintenance tracking in FlightDocs and tool control inventory software.

Assists in the pack out, setup, teardown, and recovery of the company's assets and equipment as it pertains to special tools and equipment. Assist Logistics with preparation and packing of items for shipment. Coordinates the ordering of replacement tools and special equipment for the tool room and remote site pack outs.

Maintains flammable storage and hazardous material areas and documentation. All employees are key safety employees and responsible for managing all daily activities in a manner to contribute to maximum profitability, efficiency, and safety. Aviation is a high risk business - all employees must make every reasonable effort to mitigate the risks.

Maintain standards that are right for the job/mission, and provide co-workers, supervisors and managers input on safety concerns. Responsible in all aspects of duties for identifying, managing risk, and implementing hazard mitigation. Provide input requested in identifying needed training for essential skills and knowledge.

Demonstrates exceptional verbal and written communication skills, creates accurate and detailed reports, shares information and ideas with others, listens and gets clarification. Speaks fluent English. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and employees.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions detailed in written, oral or diagram form. Uses logic and reasoning to identify and analyze alternate solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems and tasks. To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook (advanced level).

Obtain and maintain an appropriate level security approval. Must be a US citizen. RITI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, military service status, protected veterans, union/non-union activity, or other characteristic protected by state or federal law or local ordinance. EEO/AA/Minority/Gender/Veteran/Disability.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, other duties may be assigned. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Conducts beginning and end of day tool room inventory ensuring all equipment/special tools are present and controls access to tool room. Establishes and maintains inventory of all special tools and equipment in company tool rooms by manual or automated tracking methodologies.

Issues special tools/equipment to company employees using manual or automated means. Tracks/monitors calibration due dates for all tools and special equipment from cradle to grave. Coordinates with remote sites to ensure replacement calibrated tools and equipment are returned and replaced with calibrated tools prior to calibration expiration.

Read and interpret manufacturers' and FAA required calibration and maintenance requirements for tools and special equipment and tracks all such requirements. Adheres to established company tool control policies and procedures and adopts industry best practices. Assists Maintenance section with maintenance of small gas generators.

Establish priorities, maintenance and inspection schedules for all special tools at home station and remote sites to meet program needs and minimize downtime. Maintain inventory management and maintenance tracking in FlightDocs and tool control inventory software. Assists in the pack out, setup, teardown, and recovery of the company's assets and equipment as it pertains to special tools and equipment.

Assist Logistics with preparation and packing of items for shipment. Coordinates the ordering of replacement tools and special equipment for the tool room and remote site pack outs. Maintains flammable storage and hazardous material areas and documentation.

All employees are key safety employees and responsible for managing all daily activities in a manner to contribute to maximum profitability, efficiency, and safety. Aviation is a high risk business - all employees must make every reasonable effort to mitigate the risks. Maintain standards that are right for the job/mission, and provide co-workers, supervisors and managers input on safety concerns.

Responsible in all aspects of duties for identifying, managing risk, and implementing hazard mitigation. Provide input requested in identifying needed training for essential skills and knowledge. Demonstrates exceptional verbal and written communication skills, creates accurate and detailed reports, shares information and ideas with others, listens and gets clarification.

Speaks fluent English. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and employees. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions detailed in written, oral or diagram form.

Uses logic and reasoning to identify and analyze alternate solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems and tasks. To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook (advanced level). Obtain and maintain an appropriate level security approval.

Must be a US citizen. RITI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, military service status, protected veterans, union/non-union activity, or other characteristic protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.

EEO/AA/Minority/Gender/Veteran/Disability.