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Halifax, NS

Education and Training

Experienced

Full-time

Competition Number: 2627-095

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Aid

Wellness Programs

Operational Support

Equipment Technician (TS11)

Education,

IT Campus

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Institute of Skilled Trades

Full Time Continuing Position: Commencing approximately August 15, 2026

Application deadline is 11:59PM, July 14, 2026

Competition No. 2627-095

Salary range: $53,234.08 to $62,504.22 annually

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What you'll do

Responsibilities

What you will be doing…

You will be accountable for the provision of specialized skills in the acquiring, supporting, maintenance and purchasing of equipment for the Trades and Technology departments at the campus. Under the direction of the Trades & Technology Academic Chair, you will be responsible to troubleshoot, repair and install all equipment and accessories located in the laboratories and shops and to maintain equipment and laboratories/shops to a high standard of hygiene and safety following the 5S+S standard. Developing and maintaining preventative maintenance for equipment will be key in this position. The incumbent will assist faculty with the supervision of students working in the laboratories and shops as required.

What you'll need

Qualifications

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

The minimum educational qualification for this position is a post-secondary diploma in Electro/Mechanical Engineering Technician or Technologist or related. Training in WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety regulations would be considered an asset. You have a minimum of five years of recent and related occupational experience in Industrial Mechanic and/or Equipment repair and maintenance. Occupational experience that includes a Red Seal and welding experience would be considered an asset. You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail and Megamation You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology, and you are committed to using technology in advancing your work Experience supporting/providing service to students and prospective students would be considered an asset

Relevant Skills And Knowledge

You demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility and anti-racism You possess excellent interpersonal skills and can interact at all levels of an organization You are known for your superior customer service skills and can create a relationship of trust beyond the immediate interaction Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment You have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in Preventative Maintenance, Inventory Control and Purchasing You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills You are a strong communicator You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to coordinating services, work, events, logistics, etc.) You have proven records and information management skills and abilities in equipment repair, preventative maintenance, and safety policies. You have strong project management skills You demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence You are dedicated to life-long learning

A Little Bit About Us

Nova Scotia Community College

We value Diversity and Inclusion

The College values diversity and inclusion and is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Mi'kmaq, Aboriginal/Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and women. Applicants from these communities wishing to self-identify may do so by completing the online questionnaire within the application.

NSCC is organized into six campus regions and one stand-alone campus. Each region and stand-alone campus is led by a designated Principal and regional management team which supports NSCC's commitment to accessible, high-quality education across the province.

Eastern Region: Includes Pictou Campus, Strait Area Campus, and Wagmatcook Learning Centre Northern Region: Includes Truro Campus, Cumberland Campus, and Amherst Learning Centre Metro Region: Includes Akerley Campus and IT Campus Southwest Region: Includes Lunenburg, Shelburne, Burridge Campuses, and Digby Learning Centre Valley Region: Includes Kingstec Campus, Annapolis Valley Campus, and the Centre of Geographic Sciences (COGS) Sydney Waterfront and eCampus Region: Includes Sydney Waterfront Campus and eCampus

Stand-Alone Campus

Ivany Campus

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Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.

NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Nikki Berrigan, HR & Talent Consultant, at nikki.berrigan@nscc.ca. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept late or paper applications.

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