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Machine Shop Technician, Science Workshops
SS-063
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Science
Associate Dean, Science
Last Reviewed:
September 29, 2008
Job Purpose
Under general direction of the Associate Dean (Science) provides technical services in the areas
of machining, equipment fabrication and instrument design primarily in support of science
teaching and research.
Key Activities
1. Uses skills and experience to repair and maintain equipment in support of teaching and
research to reduce or avoid interruptions in these activities. Consults with equipment
users on sourcing-out equipment that cannot be repaired in-house.
2. Uses skills, experience and creativity to design, develop and construct research and
teaching equipment to enable or enhance research and teaching activities. This includes
the use of MIG and TIG welding equipment (in applications that comply with the Boilers
and Pressure Vessels Act regulation 220/01 and other applicable industrial standards)
and the use of all other Science Workshop machines, tools and equipment.
3. Acts as a consultant to faculty, staff and students in the area of machining, equipment
fabrication and instrument design by becoming acquainted with their technical
requirements, then providing advice based on knowledge and experience so as to
provide appropriate solutions.
4. Uses interpersonal skills as well as technical knowledge and experience to supervise the
work of students and assistants involved in shops jobs.
5. Ensures that all students, staff and faculty using shop equipment are appropriately
trained to safely operate workshop equipment. Keeps abreast of developments in
relevant areas of machining, instrument design and equipment fabrication in order to be
able to apply new technology and techniques as appropriate.
6. Manages machine shop finances. Prioritizes jobs, does all purchasing of parts and
supplies, documents work done and provides invoicing information to the Office of the
Associate Dean (Science). Keeps records of the work done and time spent on all jobs,
including consultation time and time spent on design. Reports and updates on details
of jobs done and time spent on various aspects of each job on a monthly basis.
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Analytical Reasoning
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Decision Making
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Impact
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the job incumbent. Provide a relevant work example that is typical of roles and responsibilities of the job
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Education
Certificate of Qualification in Tool and Die Making. (Requires certification i.e. skilled trades
license)
Experience Required
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A minimum of 3-5 years of directly-related experience; or a reasonable equivalent
combination of education and experience.
Expertise in the use of modern machine tools.
Ability to use conceptual design skills in the design and fabrication of unique equipment.
Computer skills including familiarity with spreadsheets and some ability with CAD/CAM
technology.
Over two years and up to four years, broad general knowledge of organization, detailed
knowledge of own occupational area and closely connected work areas
Responsibility for the Work of Others
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of the position(s) as well as an example of how the incumbent is responsible for the work of others on a
daily basis. Specifically, indicate whether the position has responsibility for hiring and supervision of
student workers.
Direct Responsibility
N/A
Indirect Responsibility
N/A
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Communication
Internal:
 Faculty
 Students
 Lab techs
 Support staff
External;
 Suppliers
 Other technical personnel
Motor/ Sensory Skills
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Fine Motor Skills - using shop machines, tools and equipment
Gross Motor Skills - using shop machines, tools and equipment
Hearing - using shop machines, tools and equipment
Smelling - using shop machines, tools and equipment
Visual - using shop machines, tools and equipment
Touch - using shop machines, tools and equipment
Effort
Mental:
 Sustained mental concentration - working on various projects, planning
 Sustained physical concentration - working with various machines, tools and equipment
 Listening - design
Physical:
 Lifting, moving, holding - fabrication
Working Conditions
Physical:
 Dangerous Equipment
 Loud
 Dirty, Dusty
 Fumes
Psychological:
 Multiple competing demands - Projects with different timelines, students, workload
 Frequent interruptions - Students, etc. through the workshop (seeking technical advice,
consulting on projects)
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