Tools & Equipment Assistant - Summer Student - 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 Tools & Equipment Assistant - Summer Student focuses on support for the Trades & Industrial department.

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 Tools & Equipment Assistant will have the opportunity to gain excellent 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 incumbent provides tool, equipment, and maintenance support, and administrative functions within the T&I department.

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

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Specific Accountabilities

Issue tools and equipment to workers and maintain records of tools and equipment issued and returned
Perform minor building maintenance/repairs in the T&I shops that require the ability to safely use a variety of tools/equipment
Move, deliver, assemble and record inventory records of tools and supplies associated with the T&I programs
Maintain inventory of tools and supplies
Locate lost or misplaced tools and equipment
Prepare periodic inventory of tools and equipment.
Receive, unpack, and store incoming tools and equipment
Inspect and measure tools and equipment for defects and wear and report damage or wear to supervisor
Repair, service, and lubricate tools and equipment
Perform minor administrative functions 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:
Ability to perform physical activities and lifting up to 50 pounds. A valid driver's licence is required as there is potential for travel to remote/other SIIT locations. Knowledge of First Nations culture and traditions is considered an asset. Prior experience in construction, working with tools and working with Microsoft Office programs is an asset.

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._