Welding Technician
COMPETITION NO. SS25-33
About Durham College:
Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution that supports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job market. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through field placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DC grads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to the ever-changing workforce.
A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Durham College offers a wide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, including culinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction and trades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and community services, media, art and design.
Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programs – including six honours bachelor’s degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 13,700 full-time post-secondary and 2,300 apprenticeship students. In addition, more than 14,600 students participate in professional and part-time learning. More than 110,500 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.
A forward-looking organization committed to collaboration, innovation and sustainability, Durham College is ranked annually as one of the GTA’s Top 100 employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and has been recognized as a Top 50 Research College in Canada, 10 times.
DC has an estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Region and is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve by contributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-being through partnerships, investments and collaboration.
Position Information:
Full-time Support Staff Position Opportunity
Payband: H; Starting Rate: $36.29; Four Year Rate: $42.13
Department: Faculty of Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship
Hours: 40 hours per week (1) one hour lunch; Mon – Fri (7:30 am – 4:30 pm)
Reporting To: Manager, Academic Operations
Campus Location: Whitby
The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that all stationary equipment and power tools in the Welding Shops at the Whitby Campus are maintained in safe and proper working condition through scheduled preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
Planning and construction of complex specialized technical teaching aids including coordination of purchase, testing, certification and maintenance.
Assisting faculty through direct contact with students by providing hands-on demonstrations and tutoring or academic assistance.
Provide technical expertise to students.
Provide demonstrations in the shop environment on “non-academic” subject matter with high degree of independent judgment and technical expertise.
Work with staff to facilitate materials and development of projects for all welding programs and forecast required resources for program delivery.
May be requested to demonstrate practical assignments due to larger class size and need for safety. Will not be required to evaluate students, only supervise shop operation.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop, maintain policies and procedures for faculty use of lab and shop facilities while assisting faculty through demonstrations and tutoring or academic assistance of lab procedures and tasks.
Plan and establish maintenance schedules, perform preventative maintenance and unit repairs to ensure effective utilization of resources based on college needs.
Maintain equipment records and follow through in repair of a variety of shop equipment (basic and complex). Facilitate third-party maintenance and repair of specialized equipment requiring certified standards of operation.
Coordinate, plan and establish inventory schedules and records. Evaluate and perform inventory duties, pricing quotes, ordering and purchasing of materials and equipment ensuring quality and efficiency of budget. Receiving incoming supplies and equipment.
Coordinate, plan, construct, certify and maintain all teaching aids for program faculty.
Plan and organize shipping and receiving of program supplies and materials.
Provide technical support for faculty, administration and support staff for welding instructional supplies and equipment.
Comply with shop/lab policies and procedures using a high level of judgement to meet DC policies and procedures.
Provide back-up and support for other disciplines and technologists, including receiving incoming supplies and equipment, and the maintenance of shops.
Qualifications:
A minimum of a 2 year diploma in Welding Technology, Mechanical Technician - Millwright, or a related field of study, along with valid CWB (Canadian Welding Bureau) welding certifications in accordance with current industry standards.
A minimum of 5 years of work experience in welding and equipment maintenance.
Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced educational environment.
Experience with the following welding processes: GMAW, SMAW, FCAW
Please apply below by submitting your cover letter and resume to the online portal. Job Competition closes at 8:00 p.m. EST on August 8, 2025. Competition number SS25-33.
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Durham College is situated on the traditional lands of the First Peoples of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. These lands are covered under the Williams Treaties and rest within the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. We offer our gratitude to the Indigenous Peoples who care for and, through the treaty process, share the lands on which we live, learn, teach and prosper today.
