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The energy transition will not just happen \xe2\x80\x93 growing the capacity of the clean energy and building industries in Alberta requires a dedicated team that provides timely education for a rapidly evolving set of industries. Our multi-disciplinary team of highly experienced educators have expertise with renewable energy generation, bioenergy, building performance optimization, advanced building design, financial assessment, and ESG. The heart of the Alternative Energy program is a technologist who is able to ensure that our up-to-date equipment and systems are in good condition for student learning, provide support to instructors and students during the labs, coordinate the health and safety of our program, and work with the team to future-cast our equipment needs. If this sounds like you, we welcome you to bring your skills and passion to the team, preparing the next generation of industry leaders! NAIT\xe2\x80\x99s Alternative Energy Technology Program, in the School of Applied Sciences and Technology, has an opening for a full-time Educational Laboratory Technologist. The successful candidate must have strong interpersonal and communication skills and have a background that complements the courses delivered by the program.
Responsibilities:

• Coordinating the operations of the lab facilities to ensure consistent, safe and innovative delivery of curriculum and research
• Organizing maintenance schedules for equipment and instruments
• Coordinating short- and long-term coverage of course preparation needs
• Participating in training opportunities
• Maintaining and updating standard operating procedures
• Represent the program on the OH&S department committee
• Assessing, recommending, and ordering equipment and supplies
• Maintaining records and inventory of lab equipment and consumable materials
• Overseeing the installation and commissioning of all new equipment/instrumentation
• Maintaining and repairing instruments and equipment
• Preparing labs and materials required for course delivery
• Work with NAIT ITS to maintain computer systems and printers
  

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills

Qualifications:

• Minimum two-year Diploma as a Technologist in the Alternative Energy or related field. Journeyman certification as a machinist, mechanic or electrician would be an asset.
• 3 years technical experience in an alternative energy industry (solar, wind, high performance buildings, or other)
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver\xe2\x80\x99s License (or better) \xe2\x80\x93 driver\xe2\x80\x99s abstract required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unaided

Remuneration: $1,937.80 - $ 2,618.12 bi-weekly, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification - AUPE Educational Laboratory Technologist 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\xe2\x80\x99re proud to have been named one of Alberta\xe2\x80\x99s Top Employers for 12 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset \xe2\x80\x93 they are what makes NAIT a great place to work. At NAIT, you are part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff and industry clients and partners. The NAIT culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity and accountability. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. NAIT is committed to advancing equity and cultivating inclusion throughout the hiring process. We especially encourage applications from Aboriginal and Indigenous people, Black and racialized people, gender and sexually diverse (2SLGBTQIA+ and women) people, immigrants, and people with disabilities.
What we offer We\xe2\x80\x99ve 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.
Health and safety NAIT continues to encourage everyone coming to our campuses to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to get their booster shots as soon as they are eligible. Vaccination against COVID-19 remains the best way to prevent severe illness and death, and third doses can boost immunity to improve protection and limit spread.
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) www.alberta.ca/iqas-contact.aspx.
Accommodations NAIT is an inclusive employer and strives to hire a diverse workforce. If you are contacted by us regarding a job opportunity, please don\xe2\x80\x99t hesitate to advise if you require any accommodation during the selection process. Please contact us via email at careers@nait.ca.
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