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Chemical Control Centre Technician
UOW
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Job Description POSITION TITLE: Chemical Control Centre Technician (substitute - January 4, 2027, to approx. June 30, 2027) CLASSIFICATION: Classification “IV” per Schedule A of the collective agreement DEPARTMENT: Chemical Control Centre / Health Safety HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm The University of Windsor is situated on the traditional territory of the Three Fires Confederacy of First Nations: the Ojibwa, the Odawa, and the Potawatomie. We respect the longstanding relationships with First Nations people in this place in the 100-mile Windsor-Essex peninsula and the straits – les détroits – of Detroit. WHO WE ARE: The University of Windsor (the University or UWindsor) is a globally relevant, regionally focused University that welcomes over 16,000 students in a range of comprehensive and research-intensive graduate and undergraduate programs. The University consists of eight academic faculties, which include Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Science; Human Kinetics; Education; Law; Engineering; Nursing; and Business. The UWindsor campus is home to a medical program offered by Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry. The University employs a passionate and dedicated faculty and staff, numbering approximately 2,500, of whom approximately 600 are tenured or tenure-track faculty. The University’s unique position on an international border between Canada and the United States has contributed to its identity as a diverse university community providing rich cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities for faculty and students. The University is a key player in a wide range of distinctive industrial, entrepreneurial, and cultural activities throughout the City of Windsor and Essex County, and in an evolving network of international academic and industrial partnerships, particularly with leading American universities in Michigan. Why Join the University of Windsor? We are committed to creating an exceptional employee experience grounded in well-being, professional growth, and work–life balance. As a valued member of our community, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including: • Health & Dental Benefits: Extensive coverage to support preventative care and ongoing health needs. • Out-of-Province/Out-of-Country Coverage: Travel with confidence knowing you are protected beyond Ontario. • Pension Plan: Participation in a pension plan that supports long-term financial security and retirement planning. • Tuition Remission: Reduced-cost tuition to help you pursue further education and professional development (for yourself and dependents up to age 26) • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, family matters, financial planning, and overall well-being. • Toldo Lancer Centre Membership: Complimentary access to state-of-the-art fitness and recreation facilities on campus. • Employee Discounts: Exclusive savings across a variety of vendor and community programs. Join an institution that values people, purpose, and lifelong learning — and build a career where you can thrive. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: The purpose of this job is to control the acquisition of hazardous material orders and to ensure general stock chemicals & supplies are available and updated in the Scientific Materials Management System to ensure the safe acquisition of hazardous materials for the Chemical Control Centre. Some of the key job functions include: • Oversees the processes and activities involved in the acquisition, purchasing, safe storage of hazardous materials on campus in compliance with associated regulations and legislation. • Conducts counter sales and dispenses solvents, in stock hazardous materials, and general laboratory supplies to various departments & faculties. Processes sales through the Scientific Materials Management System. • Works with sales representatives and vendors to obtain quotes for regularly purchased items, shipping, and bulk orders to ensure customers are receiving the best pricing or discounts. • Places hazardous material orders received from various departments and faculties along with stock items for the Centre with the appropriate vendor(s) through the Scientific Materials Management System. Follows up on orders to ensure their timely delivery and correct pricing. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: • The position of CCC Technician requires a thorough understanding and familiarity (3 years experience) with a wide range of hazardous materials and the equipment required to use chemicals. Preference will be given to persons holding a college diploma in chemical technology or related field or a BSC in Chemistry or related field. • Demonstrated excellent customer service, organizational and time management skills • Experience working with budget preparation / maintenance, inventory systems and report writing • Must possess enough physical strength to lift 30 lbs. • Experience working with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and database software. • Ability to obtain TDG certification within 30 days *Candidates with alternative combinations of education, training, and experience that are deemed equivalent to the above qualifications may be considered. As part of the recruitment process, shortlisted candidates may be required to complete a job-related test. Since 1963, the University of Windsor has been a forward-looking community that comes together to study, to learn, to teach, and to serve. Our symbol is the bridge; our vista is cross-border; our commitment is local; and our impact is global. We are a dynamic, inclusive community of higher learning with roots going back more than 160 years and with a future full of promise. In pursuit of the University's commitment to employment equity, members from the designated groups including women, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Métis, Inuit), racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity are encouraged to apply and to self-identify. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Recruitment & Workforce Coordinator (employment@uwindsor.ca). Should you require further information on accommodation, please visit the website of the Office of Human Rights, Conflict Resolution and Mediation (OHRCRM). APPLICANTS INTERESTED IN THE ABOVE ARE REQUESTED TO APPLY THROUGH OUR Career Page Job Info Job Identification 4408 Job Category Technical and Professional Posting Date 11/10/2026 Apply Before 11/19/2026 Job Shift Day Locations Windsor, ON, Canada Rate of Pay 37.36