Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years Work setting Commercial dental laboratory Tasks Design dental devices Fabricate and repair crowns, bridges or implants Modify dental devices including full or partial dentures, orthodontic appliances, inlays, onlays, clasps and bands Prepare plaster models and moulds Supervise technical staff Train other dental technicians Cast gold or metal alloys for bridges and denture bases Perform administrative functions for the dental laboratory Maintain and order supplies Mould wax over dentures set-up Finish metal framework of dentures Supervise students in training Prepare wax bite-blocks and impression trays Pack plastic material in moulds to form full or partial dentures Make orthodontic bands from metal and alloys Polish and buff dentures Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Tight deadlines Repetitive tasks Physically demanding Manual dexterity Attention to detail Ability to distinguish between colours Sitting Combination of sitting, standing, walking Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling Hand-eye co-ordination Personal suitability Client focus Effective interpersonal skills Flexibility Judgement Team player Employment terms options Early morning Employment terms options Morning Day Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week

📌 dental technician (Kamloops)
🏢 Walker Dental Laboratories
📍 Kamloops