Ceramic jobs in West Island, QC

Position Number: 50021970 /
Department: Research Facilities
Grade: Technician Class II
Campus: Sir George Williams (Downtown)

Salary: $29.26 - $43.86 per hour
Union/Association/HR Policy: CUUSS-TS

Posting deadline: October 26, 2026

Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a cover letter expressing their interest and how their profile aligns with the role.

Recognized as one of Montreal’s top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.

Be part of a community that addresses society’s big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.

As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities.

NOTE: This posting represents a replacement contract until December 31, 2026. The appointment may conclude sooner, dependent on the incumbent's return to work. This position is a part-time (11 hours/week) seasonal position.

SCOPE
Reporting directly to the Supervisor, Academic and Research Facilities, Faculty of Fine Arts, and on an operational basis to the Technician, Foundry (Tech I), the incumbent prepares, recommends, implements, and optimizes approved workshop protocols associated with the Studio Arts, Foundry and Metal shop, and provides technical support to common teaching and research facilities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Supports students in the realization of their projects. Advise them on chronology and techniques to follow for the realization of their projects.
• Ensure equipment is functional and that all supplies are available when required.
• Maintain and enforce all relevant health & safety standards within the Foundry and Metal shop.
• Instruct students, staff, and faculty on the use of specialized equipment.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot machinery, tools, and related instruments.
• Help perform, document, and update a risk assessment of the shop’s equipment, facilities, and processes.
• In consultation with other members of the Studio Arts technical team, supervise the operation of Studio Arts facilities.
• Perform other duties as required by the Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Diploma of Collegial Studies (three-year technical DEC) in a field related to the primary responsibilities and at least two years of relevant experience, or an academic DEC in relevant discipline plus three years of related experience, or a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Previous experience in a foundry, metal shop, fabrication shop, or ceramics studio.
• Willingness to work in hot, dusty, and industrial environments requiring use of PPE including gloves, face shields, protective clothing, and respirators etc.
• May involve early mornings, extended shifts, or variable schedules depending on pours/ dewaxing sessions.
• Experience with Foundry processes, including basic mold making and casting principles.
• Maintains WHIMIS certification throughout employment.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.
• problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn technical processes.
• Excellent organization and interpersonal skills.
• Good knowledge (Level 4) of spoken and written English in order to assist/instruct and to write experimental procedures and instructions. Basic knowledge (Level 3) of spoken French in order to provide basic information to students.
• Working knowledge of laboratory health and safety regulations and WHMIS is an asset.
• Good communicator and at ease in front of small groups for the purpose of equipment demonstrations is an asset.
• Will require use of respiratory protection and enrollment in the university’s Respiratory Protection Program.
• Will require use of hearing protection and enrollment in the university’s Hearing Conservation Program.
• Have physical ability to occasionally lift/carry/move without assistance up to 23 kg (50 lbs.) and with assistance up to 45 kg (100 lbs.).

Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.

Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.

IMPORTANT: The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested.

Territorial Acknowledgement
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

Employment Equity
Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey. This information is voluntary and any information collected for this purpose is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources employees. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life.

Accessibility
Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, hr-employment@concordia.ca

Immigration Status
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.