Printer Assistant Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING)

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Land Acknowledgment:

Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinabe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.

Job Description:

*Students must be in receipt of OSAP or out-of-province assistance during the current or prior academic year (for summer work terms) or must have a demonstrated financial need determined using Financial Aid and Student Awards standardized needs and assessment budget calculation tool. For students to be eligible for CSEP positions, they must be registered in a full-time program, be a domestic fee-paying student, and must be able to demonstrate a financial need by successfully applying for OSAP or out of province financial aid funding.* The part-time Student Printer Fleet Technician works under the direction of the Manager, Print Services to maintain maximum uptime of the public facing printers and multi-function devices accessed by students at the Algonquin College Ottawa campus.

In the Student Printer Fleet Technician role, the incumbent must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, be able to communicate clearly, solve problems effectively, work independently and within a team and be able to work up to 24 hours per week. The Student Printer Fleet Technician has a key role in supporting student printing on campus, and the incumbent is expected to work pro-actively to prevent printer failures from occurring and react quickly to resolve printer issues if and when they do occur.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Monitor and maintain all student printers.

- Maintain printer uptime by being proactive to ensure that printer paper drawers are replenished and ensure that printers do not run out of paper.

- Maintain printer uptime by replacing printer toner cartridges as needed.

- Replenish paper and consumables storage locations as needed.

- Report problems with printers to the Print Optimization Officer and Manager, Print Services.

- Coordinate tasks with other Student Printer Support technicians.

- Collect data on student printing activity.

- Report on printer activity to Print Optimization Officer and Manager, Print Services.

- Perform basic printer maintenance functions including. - clearing paper jams - clearing printer errors and printer queues - replacing toner and consumables when required

- power cycling printers when required - cleaning and decluttering printer work areas. - cleaning printer surfaces.

- Monitor printer lab print activity.

- Assist in posting and maintaining printer signage, instructions and labeling.

- Assist students with connecting to Algonquin College WIFI.

- Assist students with installing print software.

- Assist students with printing, scanning and copying functions.

Required Qualifications:

• Problem solves quickly and effectively

• Quick response to printer alerts

• Strong communications skills

• Friendly demeanor

• Effective time management

• Work autonomously and as a team

• Lifting to 50 pounds

• Pushing a trolley

• Maintain a professional appearance

• Variable scheduling availability for weekdays

• This position is funded through the College Student Employment Program (CSEP). Applicants must be eligible for CSEP.

• You must be currently enrolled in a full-time program. The following students are not eligible: Better Jobs Ontario, Apprenticeship Programs, International students, Algonquin College employees paying a reduced tuition, Collaborative programs with the University of Ottawa or Carleton University and all programs that are not Ministry-approved;

• You must be a Canadian citizen, a Permanent Resident, or a Protected Person/Convention Refugee within the meaning of subsection 95(2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada) prior to the application deadline date;

• For more information on CSEP:

  https://www.algonquincollege.com/financial-aid/work-study-programs/

• You must demonstrate a financial need by successfully applying for OSAP or out-of-province financial aid funding

Additional Application Information

Reports to the Manager, Print Services.

Student Printer Support Technicians will monitor printer fleet MS Teams and email communications on their mobile device.

Time Off: Personal time off can be requested with two weeks' advance notice. No time off is guaranteed but reasonable effort will be made to accommodate requests.

Why Join Algonquin College?

• Compensation:Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans designed to support your well-being. Eligibility for benefits vary by position. Benefits | Careers

• Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion), certifications, workshops, and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career. About Us | Employee Learning and Development. Availability depends on role and employment status.

• Company Culture: Our values of caring, learning, integrity, and respect define how we interact with one another. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment. Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canada's Best Employers for Diversity for 2024

• Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA): We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policy, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued. Affinity Group Conversation Communities | Inclusion & Diversity & Truth and Reconciliation

• Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. Select positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the College's Flexible Work Arrangement Policy https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change).

How We Use AI in Hiring:

Algonquin College uses artificial intelligence technology to assist in screening and assessing applicants and their applications, while ensuring that all processes respect and uphold the provisions of applicable collective agreements above all else.

Accessibility:

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful workplace. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, and individuals from diverse communities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department at humanresources@algonquincollege.com. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.