Parts Technician, School of Transportation Heavy Equipment Technician Tool Crib

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Please Note: This is a temporary position, ending on or before October 16, 2026, with the possibility of extension.

NAIT’s School of Transportation is seeking a Parts Technician (Stockkeeper) to support our Heavy Equipment program Tool Crib. This role is essential to the daily operation of our shops and labs—ensuring tools, equipment, and supplies are organized, available, and ready for use by instructors, staff, and students. Reporting to the Technician Supervisor, the Stockkeeper plays a hands-on role in maintaining safe, efficient, and audit-ready shop environments while providing front-line support at the service counter. The position will support other programs in the School of Transportation as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, organize, and clean tools, parts, supplies, shelving, and storage areas across Automotive shops and labs

• Staff the service counter and issue tools and supplies to instructors, staff, and students

• Monitor inventory levels, source and place orders in line with established processes and program needs

• Receive incoming goods and complete required documentation and paperwork

• Conduct scheduled inventory counts and maintain accurate inventory records

• Perform minor repairs on precision and power tools or coordinate professional repair or replacement

• Maintain and track diagnostic equipment used in Automotive programs

• Use Microsoft Office and inventory systems for ordering, tracking, and documentation

• Ensure all work aligns with applicable safety, audit, and compliance standards

• Provide guidance, training, and workflow support to other support staff as required

• Complete additional administrative or operational duties as assigned

Skills & Abilities

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Good attention to detail.

• Strong knowledge of stockkeeping practices, including receiving, storing, issuing, and maintaining materials, parts, tools, and equipment.

• Good understanding of office processes related to inventory control, records management, requisitions, and timekeeping.

• Knowledge of approved purchasing procedures, supply sources, and material availability.

• Ability to perform purchasing tasks within established guidelines.

• Ability to conduct inventory checks and identify surplus or shortage discrepancies.

• Ability to problem-solve and respond effectively in a busy shop environment

• Working knowledge of computers, software applications, and office equipment used in stockkeeping functions.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12

• Completion of Journeyperson Red Seal Certification in Parts would be an asset

• Experience in stockroom, warehouse, or parts-related work (Automotive or HET industrial environments preferred)

• Experience with routine clerical or inventory duties

• Forklift experience is considered an asset

• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

Remuneration Refer to salary range noted on this posting, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Classification – Stockkeeper II - 40

The compensation range for this job posting is : $54,370.36 - $67,865.34

NAIT is committed to a transparent, fair, and human-centered hiring experience. All candidates are assessed directly by our recruitment and hiring teams.

About NAIT

We are known as one of Alberta’s top employers. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. For eligible positions, we offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, eligible employees receive paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB) and our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please connect with us at careers@nait.ca.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.