Educational Assistant

Red River College Polytechnic • Full-time • Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada • C$ 52,988 - C$ 74,570 / year • 3d ago

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Educational Assistant

Automotive Trades

POSITION TYPE: Full-Time Position Available

SALARY: $52,988 - $74,570 per annum

POSITION LOCATION: Notre Dame Campus (Winnipeg, MB)

At RRC Polytech we aspire to have a workforce that is representative of the diversity within our communities. For this hiring process, a preference hiring practice will be applied. First consideration will be given to applicants who self-identify within their application as one or more of the following equity-deserving group(s): Women, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Racialized Persons, Persons of the 2SLGBTQlA+ Community. First consideration will also be given to internal applicants. For more information about our hiring practices, please visit: www.rrc.ca/hr/work/hiring-process/.

Career support is available to both internal and external candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) interested in joining our team. For application guidance, interview tips, or to stay connected about future opportunities, contact our Indigenous Recruitment Consultant at Indigenoustalent@rrc.ca.

ELIGIBILITY LIST: This competition may be used to establish a 6 month eligibility list of qualified candidates for future vacancies.

DUTIES

Reporting to the Chair of Automotive Trades, the Educational Assistant will assist instructors in practical labs across various automotive programs, including international, certificate, diploma, and apprenticeship levels. The role involves supervising students to ensure safety compliance, supporting the preparation and dismantling of shop spaces for practical assignments and assessments, and maintaining lab equipment and tooling. The incumbent will manage inventory, order parts and supplies, restock safety and first aid equipment, and conduct regular safety inspections and minor repairs to ensure an efficient and safe shop environment. Duties include opening or closing the shop based on the assigned shift, participating in departmental and College training and committees, assisting with student orientation and graduation activities, and supporting tours and outreach events such as summer camps.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

A valid Journeyperson’s certificate as an Automotive Technician or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Several years’ experience working in trades related to Automotive
Demonstrated experience proficiency in equipment maintenance and inventory management, including obtaining quotes and organizing purchases
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience in a shop environment
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as in a large group setting
Ability to use Microsoft Office Software applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask.
Strong interpersonal and communication abilities to provide technical guidance to students and collaborate with colleagues
Inclusivity and cultural awareness
Experience building a respectful workplace culture that promotes diversity, learning and continuous improvement

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

Post-secondary Teaching experience in Automotive Trades
Knowledge of operational budgets and inventory control systems
Familiarity and commitment to safe work practices

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada
This position may be required to work evenings and/or weekends
This position may be required to work throughout the academic year including the summer months
This position is subject to audiometric assessments

Please note that applicants internal to Red River College Polytechnic must apply through My Portal on HRIS Unlimited.

RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anishininwak, Dakota Oyate, and Denésuline, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.

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