Workshop Technician, Carpentry
Dalhousie University
Position Details
Position Information
| Position Title | Workshop Technician, Carpentry |
|---|---|
| Department/Unit | Psychology and Neuroscience |
| Location | Halifax |
| Posting Number | S412-22 |
| Employee Group | NSGEU Local 77 |
| Position Type | Regular, On-Going |
| Duration of Contract (if applicable) | |
| Employment Type | Part Time |
| Full-time Equivalency (FTE) | 0.5 |
| Salary | $28.99 – $36.77 per hour ($48,996 – $63,138 per annum, prorated to $24,498 – $31,569 for 16.5 hours per week) |
| Classification | T8 |
| Provisional Statement | |
| About Dalhousie University | Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018. |
| Job Summary | Dalhousie University’s Psychology and Neuroscience Department is the top Psychology and Neuroscience Department in Atlantic Canada. The department is one-of-a-kind and was established for research into what makes humans and animals behave the way that they do, as well as to understand the structure and function of the nervous system. Reporting to the Department Administrator, the Workshop Technician, Carpentry is responsible for the operation of the departmental woodworking and machine shop. The Workshop Technician designs, constructs, maintains and repairs equipment and apparatus used in teaching and research primarily by the Psychology and Neuroscience Department staff and students, as well as potentially other departments in the Faculty of Science. |
| Key Responsibilities |
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| Note | Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus. Dalhousie’s vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary. |
| Required Qualifications | College diploma or certification in machining and woodworking/carpentry, plus three years related experience (or equivalent combination of training and experience) is required. Experience working independently, as well as with others, is required. |
| Assets | Welding certification is preferred. Experience working with students and faculty members in an academic setting, as well as excellent interpersonal skills are considered strong assets. |
| Job Competencies | |
| Additional Information | Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program. |
| Application Consideration | Bargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 77) are given priority consideration and will be notified on the status of their application following assessment. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit. We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources. |
| Diversity Statement | Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity . |
Posting Detail Information
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
|---|---|
| Open Date | 10/20/2022 |
| Close Date | 10/31/2022 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | |
| Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting | https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/11563 |
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