Number of positions to be hired under this posting

Number of positions to be hired under this posting 1

Additional Pay Considerations

Days of the Week

Days of the Week Monday to Friday

Work Schedule

Work Schedule 8:00-4:00 TBD

Hours per Week 35

Additional Work Arrangements

Position Type

Position Type Continuing Full Time

Position Reason

Position Reason Replacement

Posting Type

Posting Type Employees & General Public

Division/School

Department

Department Civil Engineering

Job Description

GENERAL STATEMENT

Under the general guidance of the Chair, but without direct supervision, is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the departmental equipment and laboratories. Assists faculty in laboratory classes and with their development projects. Shows initiative in designing, assembling and testing laboratory hardware and software.

TYPICAL DUTIES

- Maintains and operates a range of laboratory equipment in surveying, fluid dynamics, strength of materials, soils analysis, asphalt design and testing and concrete design and testing;
- Assists faculty in the preparation and delivery of laboratory classes;
- In support of faculty, acts as a resource to assist students with the use of computer software during project classes and lab assignments;
- Assists in maintaining a safe working environment and the security of the laboratory areas;
- Maintains an inventory of departmental equipment;
- Orders and receives departmental equipment and supplies which includes price research, preparation of purchase orders and follow-up on back-orders and accounting;
- Performs other related duties similar in scope and complexity.

Qualifications





Diploma of Technology in Civil Engineering plus two years related experience in municipal or structural engineering together with the use of surveying equipment or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A knowledge of computer applications for civil engineering software. Must possess excellent human relations skills in order to work effectively with faculty and students. Must have solid organizational skills as well as the ability to multitask.

Capabilities

The core capabilities are required for all positions at the college.

Focus on Students and Their Success (Core)

- We all have a role to play in promoting and supporting students – directly or indirectly – contributing to their success, education and transition as they build their path to the future.

Cultural Alignment (Core)

- Inclusion and respect align with Camosun’s traditions of lifelong learning and positive, supportive experiences for all. We examine our individual and institutional cultures and, through indigenization, consider other ways of knowing (thinking), being (approaches), doing (acting), and relating.

Fostering and Nurturing Relationships (Core)

- Fostering and nurturing relationships is at the core of everything we do.



Successful workplace relationships take time to develop and include building trust, engagement and collaboration.

Posting Information

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regular employees and term employees, who have successfully completed their probationary period as of the closing date of the posting, as stated in the CUPE Collective Agreement, shall be considered prior to all others.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Camosun College values diversity as a strength and strives to be an equitable and inclusive college community of students and employees. The College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that adheres to the BC Human Rights Code which protects against discrimination based on Indigenous identity, race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical and mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age. The College also recognizes and honors UNDRIP, the TRC Calls to Actions and the BC Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples’ Act. Going beyond legislation, Camosun recognizes the historical and persistent inequities that many people of marginalized groups have faced in society and in the workplace. We seek to dismantle these barriers through systemic and institutional changes focused on strengthening inclusive hiring practices, accessibility and organizational culture. We recognize that moving towards more equitable communities is an ongoing and evolving journey - one which the College is committed to undertaking. Since Camosun plays

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