Electronics Technician

ALS • North Vancouver, BC

61d • Onsite

About The Position

Working as part of the Instrumentation Maintenance team, the technician is responsible for maintenance tasks, repairs, calibration, and adjustments of all laboratory equipment, and assisting with and assembling proprietary devices for the group. The technician will use correct methods, procedures, and manuals, adhere to safe practices, and work in adherence with the ALS health and safety program.

Requirements

• An aptitude for mechanical and electrical systems
• Ability to read technical manuals and schematics
• Excellent technical and analytical skills required
• Excellent English communication skills both written and verbal
• Sound problem-solving skills and the ability to work under general supervision and complete assigned duties as per agreed deadlines and established schedules
• Ability to use small hand and power tools
• Experience using measuring tools such as calipers, multi-meters, thermometers, data loggers
• Ability to work independently but be a team player
• Proficient in computer skills including MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook
• Safety oriented
• High school graduation required
• 2 years’ experience in the electronics or a related electronics technology field required
• Must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

Nice To Haves

• Post-secondary engineering / electrical/electronic courses an asset
• Experience with electronic fabrication as an asset

Responsibilities

• Perform technical support using diagnostic and service manuals under supervision
• Do and assist with repairs on analytical laboratory equipment
• Perform routine preventive maintenance
• Perform corrective maintenance tasks
• Calibration, adjustments, specific measurements, and data logging as requested or required by service manuals
• Do or assist with checks, repairs, or manipulation with supporting systems like cooling, gas supply, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Electronic/electrical and mechanical fabrication on custom equipment and tools
• Assist with development and do modifications of devices under development
• Assist the team with shop organization and parts storage inventory
• Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring quality
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• An estimated hourly pay of $32.63 CAD at the time of posting.
• Comprehensive benefit package specific to your work status (including extended medical, dental, and vision coverage, access to company perks, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs)
• Additional vacation days for years of service
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company
• Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED