Instructional Assistants, Automotive Service

6 months ago


Edmonton, Canada NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology) Full time

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.

The Automotive Service Technology program is a two-year diploma providing exposure to new trends and technologies. Once Students complete the program, they will have the knowledge, skills and hands on experience in a dynamic shop environment to diagnose vehicle systems, and repair and maintain vehicles.

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 provided 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
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 and red seal completion required
5 - 8 years post journeyman completion
Class 5 drivers license required
Forklift training an asset
Man-lift training an asset
Fall Arrest an asset

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

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

At NAIT, people matter.

We're proud to have been named one of Alberta's Top Employers for 13 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive, and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset - they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

What we offer

We've created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional and personal growth, recognition, and work-life balance.

NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.

Employees also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas and New Year's, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual all-staff professional development days and so much more.

Additional requirements

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)

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