Educational Laboratory Technologist

Educational Laboratory Technologist
Calgary, AB
Academic – School of Manufacturing, Automation & Transportation /
AUPE Permanent Salary /
On-site
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SAIT’s School of Manufacturing, Automation & Transportation provides the skills-based training and development to prepare students for a career in Alberta's rapidly growing oil and gas, transportation, manufacturing and automation sectors. We provide applied learning in action through our trades and technology programs.
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for a permanent full-time Ed-Lab Tech ll position. Reporting to the Academic Chair, this position provides maintenance and service support to the Welding, Heavy Equipment, Machinist, Millwright, Autobody and Automotive programs with possible other departments in Transportation and Manufacturing as required. This role will also require coordination and supervision of maintenance projects throughout the two schools.
The Role

• Control & maintain all inventory used in the labs. Stocking consumables and preparing and stocking associated materials. 
• Processing (cutting & shearing), metal coupons for labs. 
• Perform maintenance & repairs to operational and non-operational equipment to OEM standards such as welding equipment, diesel engines, and transmissions
• Prepare and maintain demonstration equipment for the instructors in the labs. Provide technical support to the sections
• Research equipment specifications for proper repair schedules and procedures
• Monitor & maintain hand tools, power tools and tool boards and maintain inventory of all tooling.
• Adhere to safety legislation, guidelines, and safety standards as required by government agencies or regulators, and those communicated by management and supervisors.
• Follow all SAIT general Health & Safety regulations, rules, codes of practice, standard operating procedures in the HSME Manual.
• Fabricating training aids and stands for demonstration units
• Organizing, coordinate and set up lab environments for instructors

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum High School Diploma
• 2 years practical experience required in one of the following industries: Welding, Heavy Equipment, Millwright, or Automotive
• Previous ed lab tech experience is preferred but not required
• Journeyperson certification in an applicable trade is preferred (ie. Welding, Heavy Equipment, Millwright, Automotive)
• Class 5 license – abstract required
• Must be able to safely lift 20 kilograms, extended walking, bending, etc.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong communication, both written and verbal
• Excellent organizational skill and time management
• Fluent in English reading and vocabulary
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to supervise others
• Must be willing to be trained in the following; SAIT COR Safety program, First Aid (Emergency), WHMIS and any section specific training
• Ability to adapt to situations such as unexpected workloads
• Can provide service with a smile
• Intermediate level proficiency in MS Office: Word, Excel, and Outlook

Job classification: Educational Lab Technologist II
Salary range: $59,675.20 - $$64,625.60
Hours Per Week: 40
Posting closing date: March 28, 2024
About SAIT
 
SAIT is a global leader in applied education. Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers , we offer the chance to work with a purpose — preparing the next generation of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates and explorers.
 
Building on our 100+ year history, we’re looking for innovative, bold and collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer experiences. Your future starts now at SAIT.
 
Equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) is essential to achieving SAIT’s vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about EDI at SAIT . 
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