Casual Wood Engineering Technician

Based in the Wood Innovation Research Laboratory in downtown Prince George, the primary responsibility of the casual lab technician will be providing support to faculty and students for research and course projects. This position reports to the Chair of the School of Engineering, with functional supervision from the School of Engineering Laboratory Lead and working closely with the faculty and other technicians.

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Specific duties will include but are not limited to:

• Operating and maintaining a wide range of carpentry tools, milling devices and structural testing equipment such as hydraulic actuators;
• Producing pieces or samples of work as needed for instruction purposes;
• Working with faculty and students to prepare and carry out a range of experiments and projects, including the set-up of steel frames;
• General upkeep of the lab and equipment;
• Maintaining records and producing reports as requested (i.e., inventory, supplies, safety inspections, incident reports, etc);
• Carrying out regular safety checks and general audits of equipment and supplies;
• Other duties as may reasonably be requested.

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Carpentry/wood working training/ experience;
• A minimum of three to five years of relevant work experience. This may include the construction industry, preferably with timber connection;
• A good understanding of basic construction principles, with an aptitude for innovation and design;
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc);
• The ability to adapt and contribute to a dynamic environment;
• Strong communication skills, with a collaborative approach and ability to adjust communication methods for various situations and people; and
• Experience and a license to operate lifting equipment is considered a strong asset.

An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

This position has been classified at a Grade 9, $38.58/hr. The casual hourly rate of pay shall be at Step 1 for the Grade when filling a position that has been rated by the Job Evaluation Committee.

As part of our Casual Pool, employees are available on an on-call basis, and may be called in to assist during peak periods, vacation, or sick leave coverage. Normal hours of work are between 8:30am – 4:30pm Monday through Friday with possible consideration of a variance in consultation with the Chair and/or Laboratory Lead.

The University of Northern British Columbia is fully committed to creating and maintaining an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment that is accessible to all. We are devoted to ensuring a welcoming, safe, and inclusive campus free from harassment, bullying, and discrimination. This commitment is woven into our motto and mission. In the Dakelh language, UNBC's motto 'En Cha Huná translates to "he/she/they also live" and means respect for all living things. Through the respect for all living things, we are able to grow and learn better together, each bringing our own unique individual differences and contributions to inspire leaders for tomorrow by influencing the world today.

Employment equity requires that we remove barriers and overcome both direct and indirect discrimination. In this way, the pool of excellent candidates increases substantially. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Since its founding in 1990, the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) has emerged as one of Canada's best small research-intensive universities, with a passion for teaching, discovery, people, and the North. UNBC's excellence is derived from community-inspired research, hands-on learning, and alumni who are leading change around the world.

Since time immemorial, Indigenous peoples have walked gently on the diverse traditional territories where the University of Northern British Columbia community is grateful to live, work, learn, and play. We are committed to building and nurturing relationships with Indigenous peoples, we acknowledge their traditional lands, and we thank them for their hospitality. UNBC's largest campus in Prince George is located on the traditional unceded territory of the Lheidli T'enneh, in the spectacular landscape near the geographic centre of beautiful British Columbia.

UNBC's three regional campuses are located in Quesnel, Fort St. John, and Terrace. The South-Central campus in Quesnel is situated on the traditional territory of the Lhtako Dené (Red Bluff Band), Nazko, Lhoosk'uz Dené Nation (Kluskus Band), and Esdilagh First Nations (formerly Alexandria Band). Lhtako, Nazko, and Lhoosk'uz are Dakelh First Nations, and Esdilagh is a member of the Tsilhqot'in Nation. The Peace River-Liard campus in Fort St. John is situated on the traditional territory of the Doig River, Blueberry River and Halfway River First Nations. They are the Dunne-Za people. The Northwest campus in Terrace is situated on traditional Ts'msyen (Tsimshian) territory of the Kitsumkalum and Kitselas First Nations. It includes a satellite campus in the coastal community of Prince Rupert. UNBC consistently ranks in the top three in its category in the annual Maclean's university rankings. UNBC also recently placed among the top five per cent of higher education institutions worldwide by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

With a diverse student population, the University is friendly, inclusive, and supportive. Prince George is a city of ~74,000 people with impressive cultural, educational, and recreational amenities. For more information about living and working in Prince George, please refer to and Make your mark with this leading post-secondary institution.

The University of Northern British Columbia is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from the four designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities) as well as the 2SLGBTQ+ communities and individuals with intersectional identities.

Persons with disabilities, who anticipate needing accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, may contact UNBC Health & Wellbeing at Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

Internal applicants from CUPE Local 3799 will be given priority consideration.

Applicants should create an applicant profile and apply to this position by uploading and submitting the following documents;

• a current curriculum vitae.
• proof of education (e.g. copy of transcripts or copy of degree/diploma)

Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

For Inquiries contact the recruitment team via email or phone

The University of Northern British Columbia is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. We thank all applicants for their interest in UNBC; however, only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted. This position is subject to budgetary approval.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and as positions/ casual assignments become available. UNBC retains applications on file for 6 months. If you would like to withdraw your application, you may do so by contacting