School of Trades & Technology - Technologist (Part-Time) Small Engine Apprenticeship (Level 1)

Colonial Group; North Bay; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking Technologists (Part-Time) for the Small Engine Apprenticeship (Level 1) at the Commerce Court Campus in North Bay, ON. The temporary part-time role supports the Motive Power program, with duties across shop operations, vehicle handling, and equipment maintenance.

The position requires three years of motive power experience, teaching ability, and commuting to North Bay. Flexible hours up to 24 per week; salary is hourly with vacation pay; contract runs eight weeks.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of recent industry experience in Motive Power trades.
• Demonstrated teaching ability and understanding of the learning process.
• Computer literacy and strong organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of student success strategies in a post-secondary setting.
• Must be able to reliably commute to the Commerce Court Campus in North Bay, ON.

Responsibilities

• Move vehicles and equipment in and out of the shop as required.
• Maintain vehicles and training aids in safe, clean and operational condition.
• Maintain all shop equipment and tools in safe working condition.
• Assist in controlling supply inventories and budgets for instructional and maintenance supplies.
• Assist program technologists and program faculty as requested.
• Keep the Motive Power compound accessible and clear of snow (if needed).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching ability

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability in commuting

Education

Small Engine 435A or Marine Engine 435B Technician

Motorcycle 310G certificate

Additional certificates of qualifications (assets)

Tools

Trade licenses (assets)

Job description

Job Title: Technologists (Part-Time) - Small Engine Apprenticeship (Level 1)

Department: School of Trades and Technology – Motive Power Program

Location: Commerce Court Campus – North Bay, ON

Status: Temporary Part-Time

Contract Duration: October 26, 2026 - December 18, 2026 (8 weeks)

Hours Per Week: Up to 24 hours

Pay Rate: $27.93/hour + 6% vacation pay

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Qualifications:

• Small Engine 435A or Marine Engine 435B Technician
• Additional Certificates of Qualifications including Motorcycle 310G, Small Engine 435A or Marine Engine 435B Technician
• Multiple licenses in related trades are an asset
• A minimum of three (3) years of recent industry experience in all aspects of the Motive Power Trade
• Computer literacy and excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated teaching ability and an understanding of the learning process
• Demonstrated knowledge of student success strategies in a post-secondary setting
• Previous experience teaching in a post-secondary setting is an asset
• Must be able to reliably commute to the Commerce Court Campus in North Bay, ON required

Responsibilities:

• Move vehicles and equipment in and out of the shop as required
• Maintain vehicles (reassemble as required) and training aids by keeping them clean, operational and in a safe working condition
• Maintains all shop equipment and tools in safe working condition
• Assist in controlling supply inventories and budgets for instructional and maintenance supplies
• Assist program technologists and program faculty as requested
• Keep the Motive Power compound accessible and clear of snow (if needed)
• Other duties as assigned