Divisional Program Technician, Metal Trades - Competition ID : 4414

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Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is more than just a place to learn; it is a university powered by the people who live and work here—students, staff, and faculty alike. As one of BC's Top Employers, we strive to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU's people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning.

Job Details

• Competition ID : 4414
• Internal Closing Date : December 15, 2025
• External Closing Date : Open Until Filled
• # of Openings : 1
• Salary : $32.01 to $35.76 per hour (11 - BCGEU Pay Grid)
• Employment Type : Permanent Full Time
• Workplace Type : On-Site
• Days of Work : Monday–Friday
• Hours per Week : 35

Job Overview

Provide support and assistance to students and faculty in various trade programs, including monitoring shop work, maintaining inventory, repairing tools and equipment, and preparing materials for learning.

Education and Experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Additional Notes

As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11 : 59pm on the internal closing date to be considered as an internal applicant. Applications received after the closing date will be considered as external applicants.

Please note : Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Total Rewards

KPU offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, in-house training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more. Eligibility requirements apply; benefits may vary depending on employee group and whether the position is temporary or part-time.

Visit https : / / www.kpu.ca / hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture, and total rewards.

EEO Statement

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S / LGBTQIA+ community. If you experience barriers or require accommodations during the application process, please reach out to us at talentacquisition@kpu.ca.

We are committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and uphold the reputation and integrity of the University. Final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check. We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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