Trades Shop Support Technician

Kwantlen Polytechnic University; Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian educational institution in Metro Vancouver seeks an individual to provide support and assistance to students and faculty in various trades programs. The candidate will ensure safe handling of materials, maintain tools, and prepare learning materials, with at least 10 years of experience in vocational training support required. This position offers collaboration in an educational setting and emphasizes safety and organization.

Qualifications

• 10 years of related experience supporting vocational trades training programs.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain tools and equipment.
• Physical ability to lift and carry heavy items.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students and faculty in trades programs.
• Demonstrate safe handling of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain inventory and repairs of tools and equipment.

Skills

Monitoring student activity in a shop environment

Supporting electronic and/or electrical training

Operating and maintaining forklift/workshop vehicles

Using MS Office and MS Excel

Safe use of machinery

Knowledge of WHMIS and WCB procedures

Organizational skills

Effective communication in English

Ability to handle unusual or unexpected situations

Teamwork ability

Education

Entry Level TQ in building technology field

Tools

MS Office

MS Excel

Job description

A Canadian educational institution in Metro Vancouver seeks an individual to provide support and assistance to students and faculty in various trades programs. The candidate will ensure safe handling of materials, maintain tools, and prepare learning materials, with at least 10 years of experience in vocational training support required. This position offers collaboration in an educational setting and emphasizes safety and organization.