Trades Technician

Northern College of Applied Arts and Technology; Timmins; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Northern College of Applied Arts and Technology in Timmins is seeking a part-time Shop Technician to assist instructors and coordinate day-to-day operations of Trades laboratories and shop facilities.

You will provide technical support for heavy equipment and tooling, prepare materials, equipment, and training aids, and help ensure a safe, functional learning environment. Starting wage is CAD 35.43 per hour, 0–24 hours per week, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day operations of Trades laboratories and shop facilities.
• Serve as the primary contact for shop- and laboratory-related technical inquiries.
• Provide specialized technical support for operation, maintenance, modification, installation, and troubleshooting of heavy equipment, automotive systems, and related trainers.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Education

College Diploma/Apprenticeship with Red Seal in Millwright or related trade

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 Shop 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 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.

What Northern has to offer:

• Wellness programs;
• Employee Assistance Program; and

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

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.

While we thank all applicants for their interest in Northern College, only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Applications received after the close date will not be considered.

CLASSIFICATION: Part‑time Support Staff

STATUS: Regular Part‑time

STAGE: Internal/External

CAMPUS: Timmins

STARTING SALARY: $ 35.43

HOURS OF WORK: 0-24 hrs/wk

START DATE: Immediately

SHIFT SCHEDULE: Schedule will be identified at the time of hire

Northern College of Applied Arts and Technology

Northern College 4715 Highway 101 East, South Porcupine, ON P0N 1H0, Canada

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