No,you will not be able to deduct Tool Expenses or any other unreimbursed employee expenses on your 2018 tax return if you are an employee.
Unfortunately, job-related expenses for employees are no longer deductible in tax years 2018 through 2025 due to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) that Congress signed into law on December 22, 2017.
Check out the TurboTax FAQ below for more details: https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3300622
