Technical Training Assistant, Heavy Mechanical Trades (3034)

Employment Group

CUPE

Position Number

00407

Division

Faculty of Trades and Applied Technology

Department

Heavy Mechanical Trades

Campus

Nanaimo campus *Successful candidates must be able to attend in person on campus as required.

Location

Nanaimo, British Columbia

Country

Canada

Appointment Type

temporary full-time

Workload

35 hours per week

Pay Level

CUPE 14: $40.76 per hour

Start:

As soon as possible

Appointment End Date

31-Dec-2026

Leave Replacement

Appointment may be extended or end early, depending on return of incumbent.

Applicant Documents

CV/Resume, Cover Letter, Qualifications , Name and contact information of recent supervisors willing to provide a reference

Posted Date

21-Aug-2026

Closing Date

09-Sep-2026

Job Reference

3034

Documents

• CUPE Self-Declaration Form
  (Word, 40.35kb)

Duties:

The Technical Training Assistant, HMT (Heavy Mechanical Trades Program) plays a vital role in the successful and efficient delivery of Trades and Applied Technology Programs and courses. This role undertakes a wide variety of duties related to tool repair, maintenance and inventory, instructor and classroom preparation and support, safety compliance, and financial support activities.

The incumbent is responsible for dispensing and receiving of tools to and from students and provides support to Instructors, ensuring effective delivery of Trades and Applied Technology Programs. The Assistant provides instruction to students on the proper use and care of tools and supervises students in the absence of an instructor. The incumbent maintains and tracks the use of all shop tools, ensuring that all equipment is kept in good working order, and performs repairs as required. The incumbent is responsible for purchasing equipment, tools, and supplies and ensuring accurate inventory of these.

The Technical Training Assistant, HMT proactively ensures that all materials and supplies are ready in advance of classes taking place, and independently addresses any issues that arise working closely with vendors and industry. This role is focused on student safety and ensures that tools and equipment are being used appropriately.

The role requires regular preventative maintenance of all equipment, tools, computer software and systems used within the programs to ensure safety and a coordinated approach to repairs with limited disruption to the quality of the program.

Required Qualifications:

• Grade 12 diploma
• Red Seal certification in related trade
• Class 5 or higher driver's license
• WHMIS certification
• Lock-out procedures training
• Forklift certification
• Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1; or, if issued after Nov 1, 2024, Basic First Aid

Preferred Qualifications:

• Provincial Instructor Diploma (PID)

 

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.