Divisional Program Technician, Metal Trades

Kwantlen Polytechnic University • Surrey, BC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Divisional Program Technician, Metal Trades to join our Faculty of Trades and Technology team. To provide support and assistance to students and faculty in various trade programs including; monitoring shop work, maintaining inventory, repairs of tools and equipment and prepare materials for learning.

Requirements

• Minimum of C Level Welding Ticket
• Ability to operate and maintain forklift/shop vehicles and have Forklift certification
• Experience in monitoring student activity in a shop environment
• Competence in MS Office, MS Excel, Outlook
• Extensive demonstrated experience with the safe use of machinery applicable to the trades
• Demonstrated knowledge of WHMIS and WCB safe work procedures for the trades
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the operation and routine maintenance of machine tools
• Proven ability to organize work, multi-task and work to deadlines
• Proven ability to deal effectively with others and to handle unusual or unexpected situations, including the ability to deal with hostile or upset clients
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Proven ability to display initiative, discretion and meet changing priorities; to tolerate ambiguity; to work on multiple tasks simultaneously; meet deadlines and make responsible decisions
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physical ability to lift and carry heavy items (23kg/50 pounds)

Responsibilities

• Monitoring shop work
• Maintaining inventory
• Repairs of tools and equipment
• Prepare materials for learning
• Ensuring the safe handling of materials, tools and equipment
• Routine maintenance of machine tools

Benefits

• Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed