(TECHNOLOGIST II) Department of Technical Services (Contractual Position to September 24, 2027) This competition may be used to fill identical positions in this unit within three (3) months of the closing date All qualified employees are welcome to apply, however preference is given to CUPE members The University will consider applications from qualified permanent staff who may be interested in a temporary assignment, subject to departmental approval DUTIES Under general supervision, the Refrigeration Apprentice will be required to perform apprentice-level tasks in accordance with standard trade practices. Duties include supporting the maintenance and repair of refrigeration equipment such as refrigerators, ultra-low freezers, refrigerated centrifuges, and chillers used for experimental, instructional, and research purposes. The successful candidate may also support the cryogenics shop, including dispensing of cryogenic liquids, as well as other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Successful candidates must have completed pre-apprenticeship (entry-level) training at a recognized institution toward journey-person certification in the respective trade.



Candidates currently enrolled in pre-apprenticeship training will also be considered. Applicants must be eligible to enter the apprenticeship program under the Department of Education (Industrial Training Section). Possession of a valid driver's license and driver's abstract, as issued by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, is required. SALARY $36,054.60 - $60,531.30 per annum (CUPE 1615) based on year of apprenticeship program An upscale hiring step has been applied to this position (Step 6) CLOSING DATE October 16, 2026 by 5:00 p.M. NST reference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; 2SLGBTQIA+ people;persons whose gender identity or gender expression is nonbinary or otherwise not cisgender; Indigenous peoples; racialized people; Black persons; andpersons with disabilities. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work setting. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Refrigeration Apprentice (St. John's)
🏢 Memorial University of Newfoundland
📍 St. John's