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Divisional Program Technician, Metal Trades
@ Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Surrey, British Columbia
Overview
Kwantlen Polytechnic University is hiring a full-time Divisional Program Technician, Metal Trades, in its Faculty of Trades & Technology. The role supports students and faculty in trade programs by monitoring shop work, maintaining inventory, repairing tools and equipment, and preparing learning materials. Pay follows the Collective Agreement, and priority goes to BCGEU employees affected by layoff.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor student activity and safe handling of materials in shop
- Maintain inventory of materials and supplies
- Repair tools and equipment
- Prepare materials for learning
- Support students and faculty in trade programs
Requirements summary:
- Minimum C-level welding ticket
- Forklift certification
- Experience with safe use of trades machinery
- Knowledge of WHMIS and WCB procedures
- Proficiency in MS Office and Excel
- Ability to lift 23 kg (50 lbs)
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- 2026-10-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Forklift certification, WHMIS, WCB |
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Kwantlen Polytechnic University
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KPU's Melville School of Business is the second largest undergraduate business school in Western Canada - consisting of over 250 business faculty, 3,500 full-time students, and 9,000 total students annually who are enrolled in one of the 22 available program options. Awarded the prestigious international accreditation by the association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), the Melville School of Business meets the rigorous educational standards established by ACBSP and stands as one of the few internationally accredited business schools in B.C. Your Career Starts Here.
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- 12666 72 Ave, Main Building, Room 206, Surrey, BC V3W 2M8, CA
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- Kwantlen Polytechnic University
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KPU's Melville School of Business is the second largest undergraduate business school in Western Canada - consisting of over 250 business faculty, 3,500 full-time students, and 9,000 total students annually who are enrolled in one of the 22 available program options. Awarded the prestigious international accreditation by the association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), the Melville School of…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Higher Education |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Surrey, BC |
| Organization type | Educational |
| Year founded | 1981 |
| Specialties | CertificateDiploma and BBA Programs and Partners-In-Marketing: Kwantlen's School of Business has partnered up with the Surrey Board of Trade to offer students real life experience working with local businesses |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 48 |
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We are currently seeking a Divisional Program Technician, Metal Trades to join our Faculty of Trades & Technology team.
Job Overview
To provide support and assistance to students and faculty in various trade programs including; monitoring shop work, maintaining inventory, repairs of tools and equipment and prepare materials for learning.
Priority consideration will be given to BCGEU employees currently impacted by layoff at the same or lower pay grade.
Education and Experience
- A minimum of C Level Welding Ticket.
- Ability to operate and maintain forklift/shop vehicles and have Forklift certification.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Experience in monitoring student activity in a shop environment, ensuring the safe handling of materials, tools and equipment.
- Competence in the following software –MS Office. MS Excel, Outlook.
- Extensive demonstrated experience with the safe use of machinery applicable to the trades.
- Demonstrated knowledge of WHMIS and WCB safe work procedures for the trades.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of the operation and routine maintenance of machine tools.
- Proven ability to organize work, multi-task and work to deadlines.
- Proven ability to deal effectively with others and to handle unusual or unexpected situations, including the ability to deal with hostile or upset clients.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Proven ability to display initiative, discretion and meet changing priorities; to tolerate ambiguity; to work on multiple tasks simultaneously; meet deadlines and make responsible decisions.
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Physical ability to lift and carry heavy items (23kg/50 pounds).
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As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant.
Salary Information
Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
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