Instructor, Crane Operator

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The Opportunity

New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is committed to transforming lives and communities. The college is currently seeking a dynamic and competent leader for the position of Instructor, Crane Operator.When you work at NBCC, you are a valued team member of a community of leaders driven by learning excellence and our important role in social and economic development.

Position Type:Casual

Location:Saint John

Salary Range: $33.85 to $52.08 per hour, based on the experience and level of post-secondary education.

What you'll do

Responsibilities

As part of the School of Professional & Part-time Learning and reporting to the Business Development Operations Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring planning and preparing instructional materials and resources; establishing and managing a positive learning environment; instructing and evaluating students; building and sustaining professional relationships with students, colleagues, community partners, and stakeholders; as well as other related duties.

• Control the operation of equipment and systems
• Monitor gauges, dials and all other indicators to ensure machine is operating properly
• Troubleshoot potential operation problems
• Select proper tools for repairing machine parts or systems
• Apply WorkSafeNB safety standards at all times
• Use critical thinking and problem solving skills in carrying out rigging and hoisting tasks
• Manage time and tasks effectively
• Communicate effectively (listening, observation, speaking, writing as required)
• Use the appropriate level of numeracy skills in calculating load capacity
• Work within established guidelines and standards for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)
• Assemble and disassemble Telescopic and Lattice Booms
• Carry out scheduled maintenance on equipment as required
• Operate cranes and mechanical boom and cable to lift and move materials, machines, or products in many directions safely and strategically

What you'll need

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Completion of a one- to three-year apprenticeship program or industry courses in crane operating required.
• Mobile crane operator trade certification
• Seeking an experienced and safety-focused Operator with a valid Class 1 or higher licence to operate mobile cranes
• Proven experience working specifically on mobile cranes an asset
• 5+ years of crane-specific experience preferred
• Valid Class 5 driver's license (Class 3 and air brakes an asset)
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship
• Experience operating mobile cranes and heavy equipment in a construction or industrial environment

Professional Skills:

• Highly flexible with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to navigate and build relationships effectively throughout the organization.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, analytical ability, and innovative thinking.
• Self-motivated, service and results oriented.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and within a team.
• A desire for continuous learning and growth.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Preference may be given to candidates who have experience working in a post-secondary environment.

Candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet these qualifications on their resumes.

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered as equivalent. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be raised.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada at the time of application. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

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A little bit about us

New Brunswick Community College (NBCC)

With six Campuses across the province, New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) transforms lives and communities across New Brunswick and contributes to the social and economic prosperity of our province.

Why work with NBCC?

• You want to make a difference. By working at NBCC, you can support students in achieving their educational and career aspirations, help meet the needs of employers and contribute to stronger communities across New Brunswick.
• You want to belong to something bigger. NBCC welcomes the individual experiences and perspectives of our learners, our staff and our partners. We nurture a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and has opportunities to add value. NBCC is an equal opportunity employer building a dynamic team that is representative of the communities and industries that we serve.
• We're one of the best places to work in Atlantic Canada. For ten years in a row, we have been named one of Atlantic Canada's Top Employers because of our commitment to families, community service and employee engagement. This includes, paid time off to volunteer, comprehensive benefits packages and professional development opportunities.

Are you interested?

Work With Us

• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• NBCC supports the well-being of its employees. We provide free access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

This is a unionized position with terms and conditions of employment in accordance with the NBUPPE - Education (Instructional) collective agreement for the College.

Curious to learn more about the benefits NBCC has to offer? Visit our Careers Page.

The New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is committed to being flexible in its operations and to the well-being of its employees. This includes considering reasonable requests for alternative work arrangements, when feasible, to meet the changing needs of the College and its students. In order to ensure our student needs are met, flexible work arrangements cannot extend beyond the New Brunswick border. NBCC employees must be living in a location that is a reasonable distance from one of our seven work locations around the Province.

NBCC is committed to employment equity and strives to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants participating in all aspects of the selection process.

All interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed application with a resume online. All applications will be acknowledged upon receipt.