The School of Agriculture, Natural Resources, & Sustainability at Saskatchewan Polytechnic is looking for a Lab Technologist for the Agriculture Equipment Technician (AET) Lab / stores. You will help prepare materials for scheduled class exercises, dispense tools for shop exercises, assist Instructors in conducting hands-on learning activities, and support applied research projects utilizing the facility.
The successful candidate will be engaged in inventory management and purchasing and will be engaged in regular performance checks and overseeing repairs of equipment, operating various Agricultural equipment to assist in setting up training labs and maintaining orderly and secure storage.
If you have three years recent/relevant experience in an agricultural equipment setting, a Technologist diploma in program-relevant field or equivalent apprentice-level combination of education and experience in Agricultural Equipment, Heavy-Duty Equipment Technician, Truck & Transport Mechanic, or Automotive Service Technician , and a passion for Agricultural Equipment and research innovation, please apply!
- Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Agriculture Equipment Technician (AET) Lab / stores at the Saskatoon Main Campus.
- Assist instructors in preparing materials and equipment used in the facility, moving Ag Equipment into the lab setting and returning equipment to the storage areas, and support the instructor during hands-on exercise delivery.
- May assist research personnel with the Sustainability-Led Integrated Centres of Excellence (SLICE) and other applied research areas with preparation of materials and equipment used in applied research projects and provide support for research staff during project activities.
- Ensure that lab tools and equipment are maintained in serviceable condition. Arrange for major repair of lab equipment if required. Coordinate replacement and/or repair of damaged or broken tools and equipment.
- Demonstrate lab equipment operation to new research staff and trainees engaged in applied research projects, as needed, and act as a resource for project personnel when required.
- Ensure the safety and security of the facility and that equipment meets all safety regulations and compliance.
- Receive, store, and dispense lab consumable items in consultation with the shipping and receiving department and follow shipping and receiving procedures
- Provide research and recommendations related to purchasing supplies and equipment.
- Coordinate and initiate purchasing of approved lab / stores supplies and equipment.
- Keep an up-to-date inventory record and maintenance scheduling system for lab / stores equipment.
- Prepare documentation concerning general facility operations and procedures.
- Contribute to creating a positive, diverse, inclusive work and learning environment.
