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Reporting to the Director, Facilities & Studio Services, with day-to-day supervision provided by the Manager, Studio Services, the Foundry Technician is responsible for providing support to OCAD University’s (OCAD U) Foundry, and its student, faculty, and research users, and community partners. Working in collaboration with other academic and administrative resource areas, this role ensures safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the Foundry facilities, its equipment and supplies.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Oversee access to assigned studios for program students, cross-disciplinary students, graduate students, faculty, researchers, and approved community partners
• Support faculty in their delivery of curriculum by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and providing individual and small group instruction of specialized techniques and equipment
• Support students in their learning by acting as a resource regarding materials and processes, and assisting with the technical resolution of assignments
• Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of facilities and equipment by maintaining, repairing or sending out equipment for repair, conducting research and recommending the purchase of new or replacement equipment as required
• Responsible for health and safety by regularly participating in relevant training, explaining hazards associated with materials and equipment, demonstrating, modelling, and enforcing proper health and safety procedures, and promptly reporting unsafe conditions to the Manager, Studio Services
• Develop, implement and oversee access policies and procedures, as well as other practices to improve studio operation, efficiency, and usage
• Perform administrative duties to support the operation of the Foundry, including, but not limited to: coordinating the purchase of supplies and resale of materials; maintaining inventory; and supporting budget planning
• Supervise open studio access time in the Foundry, and participate in hiring, training, scheduling and supervision of class assistants and/or student monitors where relevant
• Serve on committees and participate in university special events and/or projects as required
• Maintain currency in technical developments within the disciplines

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in a relevant discipline and a minimum of three years of related experience, or equivalent
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience with demonstrated proficiency with foundry materials, tools and equipment proficiency with foundry materials, tools and equipment
• Knowledge of foundry fabrication methods related to art and design production; knowledge of digital fabrication processes an asset
• Sound knowledge of, and demonstrated commitment to, healthy and safe work practices, including WHMIS; first aid certification an asset
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to interact with faculty, staff and students
• Demonstrated ability to work well both independently and as a member of a team
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Demonstrated commitment to the principles of equity and diversity, and experience promoting a respectful work and learning environment for students, staff and faculty

Terms of Employment: This position is a full-time (35 hours per week), nine (9) month probationary appointment from August to May. As partial load appointment, the probationary period is two-years subject to Performance Review for the purpose of recommending the conferral of Permanent status.

Compensation: Hiring Range: $53,200.01 to $64,602.07per annum (pro-rated for partial load), commensurate with experience, plus benefits. Salary Range: $53,200.01 to $76,723.71 (pro-rated for partial load**)**

Application Deadline: Applicants should include a current CV, a cover letter outlining the candidate’s interest and skills for the position, and the names and contact information of three (3) references.

The review of applications will begin on Friday April 17th, and will continue until the position has been filled.

As an institution committed to art, design, digital media and related scholarship, OCAD University recognizes the profound and essential value that diversity brings to the creation, reception and circulation of creative practices and discourse. OCAD University understands that valuing diverse creative practices and forms of knowledge are essential to and enrich the institution’s core mission and vision as an art and design university with a local and global scope.

As an employer committed to employment equity, we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.

We encourage members of designated equity-seeking groups to self-identify within the voluntary Applicant Questionnaire*.*

OCAD University is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free experience to applicants with accessibility needs. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact People & Culture for more information or refer to OCAD U’s Policy of Accommodation in Employment for Persons with Disabilities .

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those short-listed will be contacted.