Trades Shop Technician – Mechanical / Industrial

Red Deer Polytechnic; Red Deer; Hybrid; CAD 1,606,000 - 1,879,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% in lieu of vacation

Job summary

Red Deer Polytechnic is seeking a Trades Shop Technician – Mechanical/Industrial to support day-to-day operations in the School of Trades and Technology. You will troubleshoot, repair tools, and assist students and instructors with procurement, installation, testing, and calibration of equipment.

The position is permanent, 35 hours per week, with 5-day work weeks and a salary range of $33.32–$38.98 per hour. First review of applications is Aug 27, 2026, and the job will remain open until filled.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of post-secondary training or equivalent.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in related roles.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Sound decision making and problem solving abilities.
• Familiarity with trades programs and related components.

Responsibilities

• Designs and delivers custom projects to meet specs.
• Cuts and distributes materials; manages inventory shortages.
• Procures materials and tools with manager input.
• Sets up, disassembles and calibrates equipment and mock-ups.
• Repairs and inventories tools and equipment; troubleshoots issues.
• Maintains safety practices and shop cleanliness across labs.

Skills

Post-secondary training

Experience

Communication

Problem solving

Trades knowledge

Education

Trade certificate

Apprenticeship

Tools

Calibration standards

Purchasing

Inventory management

WHMIS

First Aid/ CPR

Forklift

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position will remain open until filled, however the first review of applications will begin Aug 27, 2026.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Summary

The School of Trades and Technology is looking for a Trades Shop Technician – Mechanical / Industrial.
The Mechanical / Industrial Technician will provide self-directed technical support for the day-to-day operations of various related Trades. The successful candidate must be able to troubleshoot, solve problems, and repair tools and basic equipment under tight timelines. He or she will be required to support students and instructors in the School of Trades and Technologies through the procurement of materials, supplies, and equipment as well as the installation, testing, and calibration of equipment. This position will also support related activities throughout the School of Trades and Technologies when required. This position is a permanent position and is required 5 days per week (35 hours).

Position Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• Designs, prototypes, tests, modifies and delivers a wide range of custom-made projects to meet unique specifications.
• Cuts student materials, stores and distributes materials as required.
• Distributes inventory to instructors and keeps track of inventory shortages so replacements are ordered.
• Procures materials and tools as required in consultation with manager.
• Sets up and disassembles a variety of equipment as well as a number of complex mock-ups.
• Repairs, receives, and sets up new tools and control inventory.
• Troubleshoots problems with equipment and tools under tight timelines.
• Conducts regular maintenance and repairs of the Shop facilities and equipment.
• Keeps current with Safety regulations & communicates expectations and changes to colleagues, instructors, and students
• Maintains Safety policy with all the Trades Shop/Lab facilities.
• Checks and maintains safety equipment.
• Explains and enforces Safety procedures to individuals using the Shop/Lab facilities. Disposes of hazardous waste in storage areas (i.e. antifreeze, used oil, gasoline) using proper procedures.
• Maintains SDS inventory and WHMIS records.
• Purchases and maintains accurate inventories of consumables, materials and equipment for department.
• Participates in decision-making for capital purchases, research alternatives, complete a cost- benefit analysis of technical features and makes recommendations for purchases.
• Receives supplies of materials and other goods and arrange for proper storage.
• Distributes Shop equipment and materials as needed and arrange for shipment of materials to off-site campuses.
• Procures materials, tools, and equipment in consultation with the Technical Service Manager, APAC’s, and Faculty.
• Communicates safe & proper usage of equipment and tools to the departments
• Price schedule and track all off campus repairs and shipments
• Consults, research, designs and fabricates and/or modifies equipment as requested by the Technical services Manager.
• Coordinates Shop/Lab use for multiple classes and develops a plan to use Shop/Lab space to maximum efficiency in collaboration with the Technical Services Manager.
• Adapts to accommodate changing needs of scheduled classes.

Required Qualifications

• Two (2) years of post-secondary training, completion of a community college certificate and/or including trades apprenticeships or equivalent.
• Three (3) to five (5) Years’ experience.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Sound decision making ability and problem solving skills.
• Be familiar with trades programs and related componentry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Training or experience in calibration standards an asset.
• Proficient computer skills and experience in material management (purchasing, inventory)
• First Aid/ CPR and WHMIS certification.
• Willingness to learn and keep up to date on technology, and advance skills through courses and PD opportunities.
• Experienced in working successfully as part of a team and individually.
• Proficient computer skills and experience in material management (purchasing, inventory)
• Safety training in trades-related programs.
• Forklift and electric pallet jack experience.

Salary or Hourly? Hourly

Salary $33.32 - $38.98 per hour

Benefits and Compensation Information

An additional 15% of the hourly rate in lieu of vacation, statutory holidays and benefits.

About Red Deer Polytechnic

Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, Red Deer Polytechnic ( RDP ) provides more than 80 industry-relevant programs within a breadth of credentials to approximately 6,300 credit and apprenticeship students and 3,400+ learners with Continuing Education programming. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres in advanced manufacturing and energy innovation, the Polytechnic provides applied research opportunities, leadership in the social, economic, and cultural development of Alberta, and myriad lifelong learning opportunities.

Red Deer Polytechnic ( RDP ) is more than a post-secondary institution. It is a community of highly dedicated and skilled faculty, staff, learners, and partners who are making a positive impact on the world around us. Unbound by tradition, we are focused on producing the talent, solutions, and environments needed for Alberta’s economy and society to thrive.

Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another.

Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our polytechnic community .

Competition Number

Competition Number 2026-A-145

Employment Type

Employment Type Term-Certain Full-Time

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 09/07/2026

Position End Date (if term-certain)

Position End Date (if term-certain) 06/30/2027

FTE

FTE 1.0

Hours of Work

Hours of Work 35 hours per week. Normal working hours are between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

Open Date

Open Date 08/27/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Note to Applicant

Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.

At RDP , we are committed to a merit-based hiring process, and we believe in an inclusive workplace that is fair, equitable, supportive, welcoming and respectful. We recognize, value, and leverage differences in identities, abilities, background, cultures, skills, experiences, and perspectives. Our practices are guided by the principles of the Alberta Human Rights Act and support the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action. If you believe you have the skills and equivalent experience and potential to contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply

Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail] .

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position will remain open until filled, however the first review of applications will begin Aug 27, 2026.

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents