Divisional Program Technician

Kwantlen Polytechnic University; Surrey; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Divisional Program Technician to support students and faculty in various trades programs. This role involves ensuring safety in workshop environments, maintaining tools and equipment, and providing essential demonstrations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in vocational trades training and possess strong communication skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering a safe and productive learning environment, where your expertise will directly contribute to the success of aspiring trades professionals.

Qualifications

• Entry Level TQ in a building technology related field or equivalent experience.
• 10 years of related experience supporting vocational trades training programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and assistance to students and faculty in trades programs.
• Monitor shop work safety and maintain inventory of tools and equipment.

Skills

Monitoring student activity

Supporting electronic training

Operating workshop vehicles

Computer software applications (MS Office, MS Excel, Outlook)

Safe use of machinery

Knowledge of WHMIS and WCB procedures

Routine maintenance of machine tools

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Physical ability to lift heavy items

Education

Entry Level TQ in building technology

10 years of related experience

Tools

Forklift certification

Reach Truck certification

Job description

We are currently seeking a Divisional Program Technician to join our Faculty of Trades & Technology team.

Job Overview

To provide support and assistance to students and faculty in various trades programs, including providing demonstrations, monitoring shop work safety, maintaining inventory and repairs of tools and equipment, and preparing materials for learning.

Education & Experience

• Entry Level TQ in a building technology related field or equivalent experience, supplemented by 10 years of related experience supporting vocational trades training programs.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Experience in monitoring student activity in a shop environment, ensuring the safe handling of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Demonstrated experience supporting electronic and/or electrical training.
• Ability to operate and maintain workshop vehicles and hold Forklift and Reach Truck certification.
• Experience with computer software applications for trades and automotive systems, including MS Office, MS Excel, and Outlook.
• Extensive experience with the safe use of machinery applicable to the trades.
• Knowledge of WHMIS and WCB safe work procedures for the trades.
• Knowledge of the operation and routine maintenance of machine tools.
• Ability to organize work, multi-task, and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, displaying initiative and discretion, handling changing priorities, and making responsible decisions.
• Physical ability to lift and carry heavy items.

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As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59 pm on the internal closing date. Applications received after this date will be considered external.

Salary Information

Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.