Industry & Materials Assistant

Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) is a unique Indigenous Institute recognized by community government and institutions of higher learning as a Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Knowledge. SNP offers secondary postsecondary trades education and training. SNP has formal partnerships with nine publicly funded Ontario Universities and Colleges and collaborates with six Ontario-based Indigenous owned and controlled post-secondary Institutes.

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JOB PURPOSE

Reporting to the Associate Dean Skilled Trades Reporting to the Associate Dean Skilled Trades the Industry & Materials Assistant isresponsible for ensuring the timely preparation availability and maintenance of materials supplies and equipment required to support skilled trades programs while also serving as a key connector fostering industry relationships that lead to awards donations placements and awareness of SNPs skilled trades programs.

The Assistant is required to perform all duties consistent with the governance values and operating policies of Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) while fostering positive relations with staff students stakeholders and the community; contributing to a culturally supportive teaching learning and work environment consistent with Hodinǫshǫ:nih/Rotinonhson:ni values of Ganigohi:yo:/Kanikoriio (Respect and the Good Mind).

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Industry Engagement & Student Opportunities 25%

• Building and maintaining relationships with industry partners to promote SNP programs secure student placements (co-ops internships apprenticeships) and coordinate awards and donations;
• Attending career fairs and visit local businesses and schools;
• Other related duties as required;

Materials & Equipment Preparation 20 %

• Preparing and maintaining tools materials and equipment for classes and shop activities;
• Operate machinery (e.g. ironworker bandsaw welding tools) and coordinate with instructors to meet instructional needs.
• Other related duties as required;

Shop/Lab Operations & Safety 20%

• Maintaining cleanliness and organization of workspaces;
• Ensuring compliance with WHMIS OHS and safety protocols. Conduct inspections maintain SDS and coordinate equipment repairs;
• Other related duties as required;

Inventory & Procurement Support 15%

• Receiving storing and tracking supplies and capital equipment;
• Maintaining accurate inventory records and assist with procurement planning to ensure smooth program delivery;
• Other related duties as required;

Administrative & Program Support 10%

• Assisting the Associate Dean with funding applications recruitment and orientation; Providing general administrative support and participate in events and committees;
• Other related duties as required;

Outreach Tracking & Reporting 10%

• Developing and maintaining trackers for outreach donations awards and placements;
• Providing regular updates and reports to the Associate Dean;
• Other related duties as required;

EDUCATIONAL KNOWLEDGE

Completion of a formal post-secondary/college program of one to two academic year in a skilled trade such as welding or machining is required.

EXPERIENTIAL KNOWLEDGE / CULTURE AND LANGUAGE EXPERTISE

1 to 3 years of experience hands-on experience in a skilled trade such as welding or machining including operating and maintaining shop equipment (e.g. ironworker bandsaw welding tools).

Familiarity with inventory systems material preparation and shop/lab operations.

Knowledge and application of WHMIS and occupational health and safety standards.

Experience in industry outreach and stakeholder engagement such as coordinating with employers schools or community organizations.

Involvement in career fairs student placements or promotional events.

Administrative support experience including tracking outreach activities coordinating donations and supporting program operations.

Criminal Record Check

The successful candidate will be required to provide an original Criminal Background Check Vulnerable Sector Screening that is satisfactory to Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) prior to the first day of work at Six Nations Polytechnic and an Offence Declaration that is satisfactory to SNP by their first day of employment at Six Nations Polytechnic.

At Six Nations Polytechnic we are committed to diversity and inclusion as we continue and expand our efforts to become a more inclusive safe and respectful workplace. Human Resources will accommodate any needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Recruitment processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities as may be requested.

Applicants from Six Nations and other Indigenous communities will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

Full Job description is available upon request.

JOB TYPE:Contract

SCHEDULE:37.5hrsMonday-Friday

WORK MODEL:Hybrid; 1 day a week remote

PAY BAND:4

BENEFITS