Computer Jobs in Vaughan, ON

Job Function

Prepare lesson material on operating or maintenance, or in technical subjects such as electrical, electronics , instrumentation and electronics or other specialties pertinent to the Company. Instruct trainees in skills, knowledge and techniques associated with the Company's Distribution and Transmission Lines. Provide instruction to different levels of lines personnel, from the learner, to the fully qualified skill level and to other personnel as required. Instruction is provided in various settings including classroom, workshop and laboratory in various locations around the province, to qualify the employees or update their skills for positions in the Company. Participate in the preparation of and conduct examinations, mark papers and progress reports.

Job Description:

• Prepare and update training lessons and other training assignments for Provincial Lines personnel. Conduct various technical training courses for the Company pertaining to topics such as electrical, electronics, mechanics, instrumentation or other specialties including troubleshooting, systems studies, and computer systems. Utilize theoretical and practical application for instructing trainees and other staff including trades, technicians, technologists and engineering employees. Receive assignment and outline of requirements from Supervisor. Perform necessary field and office research. Maintain an awareness of the continuing development in training personnel and keep abreast of the changing pace of modern technology. Contact knowledgeable staff to solicit professional and practical views and suggestion for inclusion in lessons. Prepare and update lessons according to findings. Submit draft copies to Supervisor for approval and incorporate modifications as instructed. Arrange for the production of lesson material and distribute and retain copies as required.
• Instruct trainees and other personnel in the classroom, workshop or laboratories, in one of the subjects indicated in various training locations throughout Ontario such as training centres, community colleges, or where adequate facilities are available. Present classroom material and ensure that trainees have an adequate understanding of what is being presented and that learning has taken place. Prove through established feedback methods that the lessons have been completely presented. Provide instruction workshops and laboratories in the areas of skill training required for all levels of development. Provide instruction in appropriate levels of: mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, Transport and Work Equipment operation and electronic controls, instrumentation and computer equipment as required. Instruct personnel in the proper use and application of hand and power tools, machine shop work, welding, fitting, rigging, machinery testing, computer terminal operation and repair equipment, in order to be able to perform work required by a trainee when in the workplace.
• Supervise trainees and others on a continuing basis during their attendance at the classroom, workshop and laboratory. Assign work with instructions and direction as deemed necessary. Provide advice and guidance during progress and assist in resolving problem areas or clarifying instructions not readily understood. Review work assignments during progress as necessary and check work upon completion of assignment. Maintain order in the classroom, workshop and laboratory. Advise Supervisor of any problems.
• Participate in the preparation and setting of evaluations complete with marking and grading schemes to gauge comprehension, knowledge and preparedness of personnel receiving instructions. Forward evaluation to Supervisor and other interested parties as advised.
• Assist others as assigned in setting up workshops, laboratories and other training areas for skill training, including the use of tools and equipment.
• Work with others in developing training aids to enhance presentation of lessons. Review lessons developed for instructing, to determine where teaching aids could be most effective. Recommend the purchase of commercially available items for training purposes and obtain as approved. Develop in Power Point graphs and charts and arrange for photographic and/or printing services as required to produce copies, CD’s, slides and transparencies. Establish and maintain an inventory of illustrative materials or teaching aids for reuse or future application. Collaborate with other training groups in the interchange and shared use of teaching aids or facilities.
• Visit Company locations across the province to observe equipment in operation and the methods, techniques and procedures in practice under current modes of operation, in order to be familiar with new and modern equipment and methods.
• Maintain comprehensive records of individual participant attendance, achievement and progress in training. Provide assessment information in this respect to supervisory staff responsible for the total progress and development of trainees and other personnel in training.
• Maintain fleet, workshop laboratory learning centre equipment in good working order and take inventory of equipment, tools and consumable items from time to time and report discrepancies to Supervisor for action.
• Maintain Signing Authority for the Company's Ministry of Transportation Drivers Licensing program.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education:

• Requires a knowledge of the principles and theories sufficient to allow an understanding of the principles of equipment operation at a level to adequately carry out the training activities related to trainees and other personnel.
• Requires a knowledge of English and oral and written communication skills to prepare and present lessons, examinations, teaching aids and comprehensive reports.
• This knowledge is considered to be normally acquired in and equivalent to a Grade XII education in a secondary school plus training and intermediate related course.

Experience:

• Requires experience in the provincial lines trade to be familiar with the operation and maintenance of the type of equipment used in the Company.
• Requires experience to be aware of the characteristics of such equipment and problems involved in servicing the electrical, electronics, instrumentation, electronic control and computer systems.
• Requires experience with computer applications and teaching techniques to prepare and format lesson materials and evaluations.
• Requires experience with the various types of teaching aids and their values to assess and maintain accurate records of student progress.
• Requires familiarity with the organization's structure, the responsibilities of departmental personnel, programs to be taught, the facilities available and the duties and associated supervisory responsibilities.
• Requires a valid AZ driver's licence to maintain the Signing Authority program.A period of over six years, up to and including eight years, is considered necessary to gain this experience.