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Date Posted: 08/19/2024
Req ID: 39133
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of Chemistry
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00056183
Description: About us:
The Faculty of Arts & Science is the heart of Canada's leading university and one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world. The strength of Arts & Science derives from our combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs.
We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty. The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflect the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration. At Arts & Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world.
Established in 1859, the Department of Chemistry is one of the leading institutions of its kind in Canada – featuring teaching excellence, advanced research facilities and development of distinguished scientists in the past and for the future. Our department has a wide variety of services including chemical stores, NMR lab, X-ray analysis lab and a mass spectrometry lab. These resources, combined with our ambition and excitement, create an ideal place to work, research
and make an impact in scientific education.
Your opportunity:
As the Apprentice Machinist, will have the opportunity to work with a team of highly skilled machinists and researchers, and contribute to the cutting edge research and teaching priorities within the Department of Chemistry . Reporting to the Manager of Mechatronic Services, the Apprentice Machinist designs, fabricates, installs, maintainsand repairs unique scientific devices, components and precision instruments for research purposes and undergraduate teaching. The incumbent will work within the fully equipped machine shop.
Your responsibilities will include: Designing, modifying and fabricating custom machine partsApplying established standards when operating fabrication equipmentVerifying the accuracy of design requirementsHandling minor equipment repairsPreparing, assembling and setting-up material, equipment and supplies according to the needs of the facilityChecking to ensure equipment is in working orderVerifying inventoryProviding safety training and ensuring adherence to safety procedures and standardsEssential Qualifications: College Diploma (2 years) in Aerospace Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, General Machinist, Tool and Die Maker or Mould Maker or acceptable combination of equivalent experience and education.Minimum three years of recent and relevant experience in any combination of machining, tool and die making, or mould making. This might have been gained through a role in co-operative education, or summer employment in a fabrication shop / facility.Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with manual and powered / energized resources.Demonstrated general machinist skills in one of the following areas : Milling or Turning.Ability to work from mechanical drawings, client specifications, and oral or written instructions.Ability to exercise judgement in determining the techniques and methods used.Basic G-Code programming knowledge and skills, or willingness to learn.Must have basic machinist tools and bench style tool box.Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and the promotion of a respectful and collegial work environment.Excellent customer service and communication skills (verbal and written), and ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups, including students, faculty, staff.Demonstrated interest in broadening knowledge in techniques / tools and materials and a motivated learner. Assets (Nonessential): Welding experience. To be successful in this role you will be: AccountableOrganizedPossess a positive attitudeTeam player Closing Date: 08/27/2024, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 07 -- $59,172. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $75,673. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Engineering / Technical
Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Diversity StatementThe University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP .
Accessibility StatementThe University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
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