Instructional Assistant, Automotive Sciences

NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology); Edmonton; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off between Christmas and NY

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

NAIT is seeking an Instructional Assistant II to support day-to-day lab/shop operations in the Academic Coordinator, Automotive Sciences area. You will maintain equipment, deliver technical lessons, supervise students, and collaborate with instructors to develop new lab activities.

The role involves evaluating students with provided rubrics, providing feedback, and ensuring a safe learning environment. A Red Seal journeyperson certification and 5–8 years in industry are required.

Qualifications

• Automotive Service Technician Journeyperson certification with Red Seal Endorsement.
• 5–8 years of experience in industry (post journeyperson completion).
• Equivalencies may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and calibrate lab/shop equipment.
• Ensure lab security and clean, safe work areas.
• Manufacture specialized items when required.
• Liaison with other sections or programs as needed.
• Independently, and/or team teach, deliver in-lab technical activities/lessons.
• Evaluate students using rubrics and provide feedback.
• Supervise students and demonstrate equipment.
• Prepare, setup and dismantle lab/shop exercises.
• Assist instructional staff in developing new lab/shop exercises.
• Provide student tutoring and project support.

Skills

Strong oral & written communication

Strong interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Independence

Microsoft Office proficiency

Manual lifting (50 lbs)

Flexible hours

Education

Automotive Service Technician Journeyperson with Red Seal Endorsement

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ready to start your next chapter with NAIT?

At NAIT, we’re passionate about building a team of talented, dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence and innovation. Your skills and experience can shape the future of education and make a real impact in our community.

If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply and join us in creating a brighter future – together.

Reporting to the Academic Coordinator, Automotive Sciences in the School of Transportation, the position is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and operations of our lab/shop spaces. The position will also deliver technical lessons in the lab/shop environment independently, under the guidance of instructors, using existing rubrics and assessments tools provide by instructors, to evaluate students.

Lab/Shop

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and calibrate lab/shop equipment
• Ensure lab security
• Manufacture specialized items when required
• Ensure work area is in a safe and clean condition
• Liaison with other sections or programs when required

Inventory And Budget Control

• Maintain consumables and inventory of equipment
• Obtain quotes when ordering new equipment
• Catalogue equipment manuals and technical literature

Instructional Support

• Independently, and/or team teach, deliver in lab/shop technical activities/lessons
• Evaluate students based on existing rubrics and assessment tools, provided by instructors, and provide feedback
• Independent supervision of students
• Demonstrate lab/shop equipment
• Prepare, setup and dismantle lab/shop exercises
• Assist or perform lab/shop demonstrations of equipment under the supervision of instructional support
• Ensure knowledge of related equipment including use and application
• Assist instructional staff when required ensuring the safe and correct use of equipment
• Assist instructors in the development of new lab/shop exercises

Student Support

• Provide tutorial/remedial
• Assist students in the development and execution of technical projects in cooperation with other staff members
• Ensure students are working in a safe condition
• Other duties as assigned

Skills & Abilities

• Strong oral & written communication
• Strong Interpersonal skills
• Strong time management & organizational skills
• Initiative and ability to work independently
• Knowledge of computers and use of Microsoft suite of programs
• Ability to lift 50lbs unassisted
• Ability to work flexible hours and assignments

Qualifications

• Automotive Service Technician Journeyperson certification with Red Seal Endorsement
• 5-8 years of experience in industry (post journeyperson completion)
• Equivalencies may be considered

Remuneration

Refer to salary range noted on this posting, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Classification - Instructional Assistant II

The compensation range for this job posting is : $63,233.30 - $84,338.80

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. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please connect with us at [e-mail].