Ceramic Technician
Competition No: 2026-CT
Duration: Auxiliary
Salary: $34.25 per hour with 12% in lieu of benefits
Last Updated: 4/30/26
The City of Burnaby is looking for individuals with a passion in Ceramics to join the technician teams at the Shadbolt Center for the Arts, Christine Sinclair Community Centre, and the Bonsor Recreation Complex. As a Ceramic Technician, you will operate ceramic arts equipment and oversee specialized studios during the seasonal programs. You will provide technical expertise in operating, maintaining and firing the electric kiln, maintain the ceramic studios in operational condition, monitor cleanliness and security of equipment and tools while assisting with maintenance tasks on the equipment. You will ensure the proper and safe usage of equipment and materials and while ensuring that policies, procedures, regulations, and safety precautions are adhered to. Other responsibilities for this position may include instructing children’s and adult classes, teaching multiple ceramic methods including hand building and sculpture. Performs related work as required.
To qualify, you will need to have completed a two-year diploma in Fine Arts with ceramic specialty plus related technical and instructional experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. This position requires sound knowledge of methods, practices, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in the operation of ceramic studios, programs and firing kilns. An incumbent will have sound knowledge of policies, codes and regulations governing ceramic as well as hazards and safety precautions related to work; and teaching methods and effective communication skills focusing on instruction of safety and ceramic skills when teaching groups of students and artists. Furthermore, you will have the ability to support users engaged in ceramic programs; communicate effectively orally and in writing; and deal effectively with a variety of internal and external contacts. A Ceramic Technician will have the skill in the use and care of a variety of tools and equipment used in the work and the physical ability to lift to 50lbs. A WHMIS Certification and First Aid Certificate are requirements for this position.
Pay Rate: $34.25 per hour with 12% in lieu of benefits.
Location: Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, Christine Sinclair Community Centre and Bonsor Recreation Complex.
Hours of work: These are auxiliary positions, hours and shifts are dependent on operational requirements and are scheduled by the department on an as needed basis.
Please apply online at www.burnaby.ca/careers by May 18, 2026.
Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted
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