Trades Technician

Employment Solutions - Sault College; Timmins; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension plan

Professional development opportunities

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Relocation expense reimbursement

Job summary

Northern College is seeking a Trades Technician in Timmins to coordinate day-to-day operations of trades labs and provide technical support to instructors and students. The role requires strong troubleshooting abilities and a commitment to safety in a dynamic shop environment.

Reporting to the Dean of Mining, Trades, Technology, and Apprenticeship, you will help prepare materials, equipment, and demonstrations, while maintaining equipment and spaces in safe, serviceable condition.

Qualifications

• College Diploma, or Apprenticeship, a Red Seal in Industrial Mechanics (Millwright), Heavy Equipment, Automotive Service, Welding, or Mechanical Technology, or related/relevant field.
• Minimum five (5) years of practical experience in a related trade.
• Forklift certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day operations of trades laboratories and shop facilities supporting (motive power, millwright, welding, and apprenticeship programs).
• Serve as the primary point of contact for shop- and laboratory-related technical inquiries.
• Provide specialized technical support related to operation, maintenance, modification, installation, and troubleshooting of heavy equipment, automotive systems, millwright training equipment, welding equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, mechanical trainers, and related instructional resources.
• Assist faculty with the preparation, setup, and execution of laboratory and shop-based learning activities.
• Support program delivery by preparing materials, equipment, tools, training aids, and demonstration systems for instructional use.
• Coordinate and complete projects initiated by faculty to support curriculum delivery, applied learning activities, and apprenticeship training;
• Ensure equipment and workspaces are maintained in a safe and serviceable condition.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Time management

Education

College Diploma or Apprenticeship with Red Seal (Millwright, Heavy Equipment, Automotive Service, Welding, or Mechanical Technology)

Tools

Forklift Certification

Job description

Job Description

At Northern College, we're committed to the ongoing success and development of everyone who passes through our learning spaces, whether they be our students, employees or community members. We believe in investing in those who invest in us, constantly working to build a collaborative and friendly working environment while offering top tier benefits and generous pension packages to our eligible full-time employees with purposeful, rewarding work, supportive supervisors and positive, engaged work teams.

Trades Technician

Timmins

Skilled Trades

Posted: 3 days ago

Employer: Northern College

ES Job ID: 8209

Closing Date: September 25, 2026

Salary: $ 35.43

Duration: Part Time

Job Description: At Northern College, we're committed to the ongoing success and development of everyone who passes through our learning spaces, whether they be our students, employees or community members. We believe in investing in those who invest in us, constantly working to build a collaborative and friendly working environment while offering top tier benefits and generous pension packages to our eligible full-time employees with purposeful, rewarding work, supportive supervisors and positive, engaged work teams. Reporting to the Dean, Mining, Trades, Technology, and Apprenticeship, the Trades Technician will provide assistance to instructors in coordinating day-to-day operations.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Coordinate day-to-day operations of trades laboratories and shop facilities supporting (motive power, millwright, welding, and apprenticeship programs);
• Serve as the primary point of contact for shop- and laboratory-related technical inquiries;
• Provide specialized technical support related to the operation, maintenance, modification, installation, and troubleshooting of heavy equipment, automotive systems, millwright training equipment, welding equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, mechanical trainers, and related instructional resources;
• Assist faculty with the preparation, setup, and execution of laboratory and shop-based learning activities;
• Support program delivery by preparing materials, equipment, tools, training aids, and demonstration systems for instructional use;
• Coordinate and complete projects initiated by faculty to support curriculum delivery, applied learning activities, and apprenticeship training; and
• Ensure equipment and workspaces are maintained in a safe and serviceable condition.

What Northern Has To Offer:

• Defined benefit pension plan;
• Professional development opportunities;
• Wellness programs;
• Employee Assistance Program; and
• Relocation expense reimbursement.

The incumbent may be required to provide a criminal record check.

Required Skills:

What you will need to be considered:

• College Diploma, or Apprenticeship, a Red Seal in Industrial Mechanics (Millwright), Heavy Equipment, Automotive Service, Welding, or Mechanical Technology, or related/relevant field;
• Minimum five (5) years of practical experience in a related trade; and
• Forklift Certification is considered an asset.

The successful candidate will be able to work independently and as a team, have clear verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills and time-management skill.

As part of Northern College's action on reconciliation, the College recognizes its responsibility to make a difference through increasing the number of Indigenous employees who work in the academic field. We encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply.

Northern College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. To request reasonable accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resource Services department at [e-mail] or call us at 705-235-3211 ext. 2136. Information received relating to the accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

Northern College values diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer.