Senior Tool Crib/Instructional Assistant

Duties:
Maintain, issue and receive tools, equipment and supplies to students and instructors. Assist Instructors in regards to student usage of specialized tools and equipment. Repair and maintain tools and equipment. Troubleshoot, assess and correct equipment problems arising in the welding area. Determine requirements and maintain an uninterrupted supply of materials and consumables. Prepare specialized welding equipment for a variety of processes to be used for teaching purposes. Instructional support including equipment/process preparation and moving of equipment. Assures processes and procedures are followed as per industry norm and curriculum. Meet with suppliers and manufacturers' representatives to obtain specifications and prices on equipment and supplies. Repair welding equipment for all the Trades & Applied Technology Departments. Answer telephone inquiries.
Required Qualifications:
Level 3 (Level B), or equivalent, certification. Seven years or more recent relevant experience.

• A good knowledge of the welding trade, supply and equipment requirements and operation of machine tools.
• Knowledge of the electrical field together with the care and use of a broad range of hand tools.
• Knowledge and skill to repair grinders, drills, saws and other electrical tools as well as all the welding equipment in the shop.
• Understanding and sensitivity to the adult learner.
• Must successfully complete the Vancouver Island University forklift operators training program within 2 months.
• Working knowledge of WHMIS regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer applications appropriate to Tool Room operation and inventory.
• Good interpersonal skills in dealing with students, instructors and suppliers.
• This position necessitates exposure to many adverse and undesirable conditions, which require safety equipment or precautions to be followed closely.
• Safety footwear and protective eyewear is required in the shop.
• Valid OFA Level 2 Certificate required (or obtain as per CUPE Article 23.03 c).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interprovincial Red Seal Certification.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and have a confirmed satisfactory driving record

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.
Note:

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.