Diagnostics Mechanical Technologist

at  TRIUMF

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Skills required for the position:

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience building and repairing mechanical devices
• Experience with machine shop tools and equipment
• Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to keep detailed records and be organized

Additional skills that would be an asset:

• Experience with SolidWorks drawing and modelling
• Experience with Fusion 360 CAM programming
• Experience with electro-mechanical components
• Experience with high or ultra-high vacuum systems

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

A Mechanical technologist or technician diploma from a technical institute such as BCIT, and some hands-on experience with mechanical device assembly.
Applicants must be legally able to work in Canada on a permanent basis (Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident).
Position type:
Permanent
Hours per week:
37.5
Total Rewards
At TRIUMF, we value our employees and are committed to providing a competitive total rewards package. We offer comprehensive benefits that promote the well-being and security of our staff and provide an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a high-profile national research facility, where you can make a difference.
Salary Range:
$41,600.00 - $52,000.00

Benefits Information:

• TRIUMF paid dental, extended health, vision care, emergency travel assistance, EAP, Life Insurance, and supplementary Wellness Benefits.
• Excellent Employee Pension Plan
• Disability benefits, and optional additional Life insurance and AD&D.
• Generous time away
• Maternity and paternity leaves and top-ups

As a requirement of this position, the successful candidate will need to provide acceptable proof that they have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19, or demonstrate that they are unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19 for reasons protected under the BC Human Rights Code. TRIUMF will grant reasonable accommodation requests up to the point of undue hardship.
Application closing date:
September 06, 2024
Apply now and be part of our extraordinary journey.
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Contact information:
Email: recruiting@triumf.ca
Phone: 604.222.1047
Fax: 604.222.3791
4004 Wesbrook Mall - Vancouver, BC - V6T 2A3
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Provide technical support for tasks and projects within the diagnostics group including:

• Mechanical device manufacture, procurement, assembly, troubleshooting and repair
• Operate machine shop equipment including mill, lathe, bandsaw, welder, hand tools
• Device wiring and repairs on 24V systems including soldering
• Work on vacuum systems including leak checking, UHV cleaning and assembly
• Generate required documentation including manuals, procedures, work requests, fault report resolution, and SolidWorks models and drawings
• Available to work overtime and respond to calls outside of normal working hours to perform critical tasks
• This role requires the following physical activity be performed on a semi-regular basis;
• Bending or Twisting the Body: The job requires leaning forwards or backwards or moving the body torsionally.
• Carrying: The job requires holding things while moving.
• Handling Material Manually: The job requires using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Lifting: The job requires raising an object using the hands and arms