Makerlodge Technology Assistant - Saskatoon, Canada - SIIT

SIIT

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Saskatoon, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Established in 1976 the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) is a First Nation governed post-secondary institution. Recognized under provincial legislation, the Institute has been conferred authority to grant certificates and diplomas.

SIIT welcomes over 2400 students into our urban and community programs annually as well as serving over 6000 clients through our nine Career Centres across the province.

The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies is playing a significant role in Saskatchewan's economic future. You can contribute to that success while building your career.

Nature and Scope

The MakerLodge Technology Assistant - Summer Student supports the department by maintaining the MakerLodge, operating equipment, and assisting the coordinators with MakerLodge activities.

As an employee of SIIT, this position will positively promote and create an environment that demonstrates SIIT's vision, mission and mandate.

General Accountability

The MakerLodge Technology Assistant - Summer Student will have the opportunity to gain excellent work experience while developing the skills necessary to be successful in their future.

The summer student will have an opportunity to improve their teamwork and communication skills, as well as, their administrative skills and leadership capabilities.

The MakerLodge contains a 3D print farm, sewing machines, digital film media equipment and other tools of design.

This position provides additional support as required and includes the following broad range of accountabilities:

Specific Accountabilities

Researching, developing, and prototyping innovative maker activities
Creation and maintenance of an inventory list of all tools, equipment, and materials
Skillfully operate all MakerLodge equipment
Assist with the development of surveys and questionnaires to support MakerLodge activities
Provide professional administrative assistance to your direct supervisor and to employees in your department to support the accomplishment of business activities
Assist in maintaining the filing systems of the Strategic Initiatives unit
Carry out quality control of data entry as required
Receive, sort, and send mail, courier packages, and other equipment deliveries
Accountable for the upkeep of employee request forms, expense claims and daily papers
Maintain regular communication with other SIIT Administrative Staff to ensure consistency in communications, SIIT practices and procedures
Present & facilitate MakerLodge activities as needed
Additional duties as required

There may be some summer student positions that must meet the following criteria:

First Nations and Inuit secondary and post-secondary students aged 15 to 30 inclusive
Ordinarily resident on reserve or in recognized communities or on community lands
Legally entitled to work in Canada
Registered as fulltime students during the preceding academic year and who intend to return to school on a fulltime basis in the next academic year

Position Requirements:

Prior experience working with 3D printers, sewing, electronics, and use of tools in a lab or educational setting is an asset.
Working hours may include some evenings and weekends.

Required Competencies:
Effective Communication, Flexible & Adaptable, Relationship Building, Results Oriented, Attention to Detail, Initiative, Client Focus, Teamwork.

*****_This work term is from May 1, 2024 to August 30, 2024._