Fume Hood Testing Technician

This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This competition will be used to fill up to four positions. 

These are 16-week, full-time Casual Level 1 positions from May 6 - August 23, 2024. Due to the project schedule requirements, the successful applicants are expected to work full-time for the entire 16 weeks.

Locations - Work takes place at four University of Alberta campuses

• North Campus, Edmonton
• South Campus, Edmonton
• Campus Saint-Jean, Edmonton
• Augustana, in Camrose, Alberta.

Working for the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for over a decade.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people—from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.

Working for Facilities and Operations

Building service workers, engineers, technologists, peace officers and tradespeople help keep all five of our campuses maintained and operating safely and efficiently. This group supports our community through operating, maintaining and renewing our infrastructure and providing a number of safety and security services.

As per the Fire code, all fume hoods in University of Alberta laboratories are to be tested annually to ensure proper working condition.

Position Summary 

Working in a team setting, the incumbents will conduct fume hood inspection and testing in University of Alberta laboratories following the University's testing protocol. This is an excellent opportunity for students with a strong mechanical engineering background to learn about building air systems and standardized testing.  In addition, this opportunity will enrich their learning and provide a different perspective on the application of their knowledge and interest in Mechanical Engineering.   

Duties

• Conducts fume hood testing in University of Alberta laboratories as per testing protocol
• Enters testing results into a Facilities & Operations database
• Collects information on fume hood use practices
• Prepares test reports
• Maintains testing equipment to ensure it is in working order
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma
• Experience working with Microsoft Office is essential
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team setting are essential
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good time management skills are required to achieve project milestones
• Ability to work full-time for the 16 consecutive weeks of the position May 6 – August 23, 2024
• Ability to be a self-starter and work with limited direct supervision
• Ability to follow written procedures precisely and consistently over a long time period

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of 2-3 years of post-secondary studies in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline, preference given to current students of the University of Alberta
• Experience with AiM business enterprise software would be considered an asset

** Full-time students enrolled at the University of Alberta hired for hourly paid roles as Casual Level 1 are not eligible for benefits. As a result, they receive a 1.5% pay premium.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.