Do you have a mechanical aptitude and enjoy doing physical work? If so, consider this physically demanding role with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development where you will work in one of the most unique labs in Ontario.
About the job
In this position at the materials testing laboratory, you will:
• prepare wire rope specimens and other materials for testing
• record condition of wire ropes using an established rating system
• load universal testing machines and conduct routine maintenance of production and materials handling equipment as directed by the supervisors
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
• The successful candidate will participate in forklift, man lift and personal use fall arrest equipment training.
• You are able to push, pull and lift supplies, grease covered wire rope samples and equipment which can weigh up to 35 kg.
• You are able to work in situations that require working from heights.
• You are able to stand for long periods of time in order to prepare samples.
Mechanical aptitude:
• You have the ability to acquire the skills needed in taking measurements and samples of wire rope specimens.
• You are able to make assessments, use measuring devices and understand data in an industrial shop setting.
• You can clean samples and record the ratings into a computer database.
• You have experience using small hand held tools such as drills, electric saws, screw drivers, wrenches and pliers and measuring devices such as a micrometer.
Health and safety knowledge:
• You have proven health and safety knowledge working in an industrial setting and can work with chemicals
• You have knowledge of how to contain hazards in a shop setting and knowledge of safe handling of materials in the workplace.
• You understand the Occupational Health and Safety Act and can work within its mandate.
Technical knowledge:
• You possess knowledge of mining terminology, methods and hoisting equipment for the use of wire rope in underground mining.
• You have knowledge of the design and construction of wire ropes to identify them and record findings.
• You have the ability to acquire and apply knowledge of the Canadian standards for wire rope hoisting and mine haulage.
• You possess knowledge of the strengths and properties of materials and scientific principles to select the best testing method and equipment to ensure quality results.
General skills:
• You have a well-developed ability to communicate orally and in writing to record data on test findings, prepare/provide input into related reports and discuss testing procedures and standards.
• You can work both independently and as part of a team and demonstrate an ability to properly manage time.
• You have the ability to use common office productivity software such as word processing, spreadsheet and email applications.
• You can prepare reports, test findings, spreadsheets and update information in a computer system using data management.
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's
Human Rights Code and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer
accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please
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