Educational Laboratory Technologist, Culinary Operations (Casual)

NAIT International; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,832 - 55,186; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

AUPE Collective Agreement

Job summary

NAIT is recruiting for casual Educational Laboratory Technologist II roles in Edmonton. Responsibilities include preparing, setting up, calibrating, and dismantling laboratory equipment for demonstrations and experiments, while assisting instructors and maintaining labs.

Position involves inventory control, repairs, ordering, and safety documentation, with benefits and AUPE collective agreement. Remote work is not indicated; on-site lab work is expected in Canada.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent experience in Culinary Arts Related industrial laboratory work.
• Two year diploma from NAIT or a comparable technical institute.
• Red Seal.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, set up, instructional equipment, instruments, and supplies for laboratory demonstrations.
• Assist instructors in explaining and demonstrating equipment, instruments, processes, and procedures; may explain equipment principles under instructor direction.
• Provide technical support for the operation and maintenance of laboratories.
• Support the operation and maintenance of computers and related instructional technologies.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Perform standardized mechanical repairs on laboratory equipment.
• Order supplies and expendable materials; maintain stores and inventory records.
• Assist with hazardous waste management and maintain MSDS/WHMIS documentation and compliance records.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Food safety knowledge

Communication skills

Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Education

Grade 12 Diploma

Two year diploma from NAIT or comparable

Red Seal

Tools

Laboratory equipment maintenance

Job description

Current NAIT employees are welcome to apply for this opportunity.

These casual opportunities will end on or before April 30, 2027, with the possibility of extension.

Responsibilities include preparing, setting up, calibrating, and dismantling laboratory equipment, devices, and processes used in demonstrations and experiments. Employees assist instructional staff by supporting or performing laboratory demonstrations and procedures, and carry out day‑to‑day maintenance, repair, and calibration of equipment. Work also involves inventory control, ordering supplies, and fabricating parts or devices required for repairs or specialized instructional demonstrations. Employees may coordinate the work of others when tasks require collective effort. Contact with students involves explaining the principles and operation of laboratory equipment and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, set up, instructional equipment, instruments, and supplies for laboratory demonstrations.
• Assist instructors in explaining and demonstrating equipment, instruments, processes, and procedures; may explain equipment principles under instructor direction.
• Provide technical support for the operation and maintenance of laboratories.
• Support the operation and maintenance of computers and related instructional technologies.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Perform standardized mechanical repairs on laboratory equipment.
• Order supplies and expendable materials; maintain stores and inventory records.
• Assist with hazardous waste management and maintain MSDS/WHMIS documentation and compliance records.

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of standard technical practices, procedures, and related industrial applications.
• Knowledge of food safety and standards of practice.
• Communication skills to explain equipment principles and operation in educational settings.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. (23 kg) unassisted.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent experience in Culinary Arts Related in industrial laboratory work.
• Equivalencies considered per the following: Two year diploma from NAIT or a comparable technical institute.
• Red Seal.

Remuneration

• Refer to salary range noted on this posting, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
• Classification - Educational Laboratory Technologist ll.
• This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.
• The compensation range for this job posting is : $29.64 - $40.06.

NAIT is committed to a transparent, fair, and human-centered hiring experience. All candidates are assessed directly by our recruitment and hiring teams.

About NAIT

We are known as one of Alberta’s top employers. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability. People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. For eligible positions, we offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, eligible employees receive paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s. NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off‑site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada. NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB) and our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion.

People make NAIT Great - and at NAIT, people truly matter. We’re committed to creating a workplace that fuels passion, values inclusion, supports wellbeing, and encourages continuous growth. Our culture is grounded in respect, collaboration, creativity, celebration, and accountability.

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