Instructional Assistant, Heavy Equipment Technician Program

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As NAIT continues to grow its student body and lead the way in hands on learning, we are recruiting skilled and passionate individuals to help support current and future industry professionals and become an art of Canada’s leading polytechnic.

Reporting to the Department Head, Transportation department in the School of Skilled trades, the position is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and operations of our lab/shop spaces. The position will also deliver technical lessons in the lab/shop environment independently, under the guidance of instructors, using existing rubrics and assessments tools provide by instructors, to evaluate students.

Key Responsibilities:

Lab/Shop:

• Maintain and calibrate lab/shop equipment
• Ensure lab security
• Manufacture specialized items when required
• Ensure work area is in a safe and clean condition
• Liaison with other sections or programs when required

Inventory and Budget Control:

• Maintain consumables and inventory of equipment
• Obtain quotes when ordering new equipment
• Catalogue equipment manuals and technical literature

Instructional Support:

• Independently, and/or team teach, deliver in lab/shop technical activities/lessons
• Evaluate students based on existing rubrics and assessment tools, provided by instructors, and provide feedback
• Independent supervision of students
• Demonstrate lab/shop equipment
• Prepare, setup and dismantle lab/shop exercises
• Assist or perform lab/shop demonstrations of equipment under the supervision of instructional support
• Ensure knowledge of related equipment including use and application
• Assist instructional staff when require to ensure the safe and correct use of equipment
• Assist instructors in the development of new lab/shop exercises

Student Support:

• Provide tutorial/remedial
• Assist students in the development and execution of technical projects in cooperation with other staff members
• Ensure students are working in a safe condition

Other duties as assigned

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong Oral & Written communication
• Strong Interpersonal skills
• Strong time management & Organizational Skills
• Initiative and ability to work independently
• Knowledge of computers and use of Microsoft suite of programs
• Ability to lift 50lbs unassisted
• Ability to work flexible hours and assignments

Qualifications:

• Trades certification and/or related technical diploma/degree
• Red Seal in Heavy Equipment Trades
• 5 - 8 years post journeyperson completion
• Class 5 drivers license required
• Forklift training an asset
• Man-lift training an asset
• Fall Arrest an asset
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).

Remuneration: $59,603.44 - $79,497.34 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification – Instructional Assistant ll).

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT

We are proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 14 consecutive years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering an environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at [email protected].

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