Full-time Technician Academic

Algonquin College; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Algonquin College is seeking a Technical Support resource for Cabinet Making and Carpentry programs. This full-time position involves managing lab equipment, providing technical assistance, and ensuring a safe learning environment. Ideal candidates will possess a diploma in Building Construction or Cabinetmaking and relevant experience in the field.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of experience in calibration and operation of woodworking machinery.
• Experience in an adult learning environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage lab equipment for teaching purposes.
• Provide technical support to faculty and ensure materials for assignments are available.
• Ensure adherence to lab safety policies.

Skills

Equipment Maintenance

Technical Assistance

Education

Diploma/Degree in Building Construction or Cabinetmaking

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Please Note: If you are a current Algonquin College employee, apply to this job via the Workday application.

Department:

Architecture, Construction & Civil

Position Type:

Full-Time Support

Salary Range:

$36.29-$42.13-Hourly

Sc heduled Weekly Hours:

36.25

Anticipated Start Date:

June 23, 2025

Length of Contract:

n/a

Posting Information

Support Staff employees, as defined by the full-time Support Staff Collective Agreement, will be given first consideration.

Posting Closing Date:

June 9, 2025

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Job Description:

The incumbent is responsible for providing support and technical assistance as required to Faculty and/or other staff in their delivery of skills-based learning Cabinet Making and Carpentry programs within the Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence (ACCE).

The incumbent manages all aspects of the supply and equipment for the Faculty and/or other staff to include maintenance support/maintenance scheduling, setting up and tearing down laboratory sessions, orientation in usage of equipment and maintenance of equipment inventory.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintenance of all lab equipment used for teaching and learning purposes as well as installing, calibrating and checking equipment.

• Providing support and technical assistance to Faculty and/or other staff/ in their delivery of skills-based learning.

• The incumbent consults as required to ensure all materials necessary for lab assignments are on-hand and that the appropriate inventory levels are maintained.

• Coordinates activities for temporary support staff

• Incumbent is responsible for ensuring that all lab policies and procedures related to safety are followed by lab users

• Other Duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum three (3) year diploma/degree or equivalent in Building Construction and/or Cabinetmaking Diploma;

• Forklift certification required;

• Minimum three (3) years experience in setting, operating, calibrating, troubleshooting, repairing and installing woodworking machinery;

• Minimum three (3) years experience working in the field for the specific program of study and/or experience working in an adult learning environment.

*This position is paid at a Payband H

*Vacancy for position P20034

Note: The regular days of work for this position may include weekends.

This position is subject to the terms of the Support Staff Collective Agreement: https://www.algonquincollege.com/hr/files/2019/04/2018-2022_college_support_ft.pdf

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources department at [e-mail]. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.