Maintenance Technician - MSALABS

Bilinguallink; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

MSALABS is seeking a Laboratory Maintenance Technician to ensure proper maintenance, calibration, and safe operation of lab equipment and facilities in Vancouver. The role supports logistics with trucks and forklifts, maintains records, and complies with safety and regulatory standards.

You will perform preventive maintenance, assist with installations, and help manage spare parts while upholding a strong safety culture across the lab.

Qualifications

• Experience in facility or equipment maintenance is required or preferred.
• Technical skills in calibration, inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Ability to operate forklifts and company trucks safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance, calibration, and functional checks on laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Conduct minor repairs and adjustments, report major repairs to the maintenance manager.
• Maintain accurate logs of maintenance activities and equipment histories.
• Ensure facilities are clean, safe, and compliant with standards.
• Assist with installation, relocation, and setup of lab instruments and workstations.
• Safely operate company trucks and forklifts for logistics and material handling.
• Support inventory of spare parts, tools, and maintenance supplies.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Calibration

Troubleshooting

Forklift operation

Truck operation

Inventory management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

LIMS

Carpentry basics

Job description

MSALABS is an experienced global provider of geochemical laboratory services to the exploration and mining industries in Canada, the USA and around the world. We have a rapidly growing network of laboratories in key mining regions around the world to limit lead times and transit costs and we employ the latest hi-tech analysis equipment.

The Laboratory Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring that all laboratory equipment, instruments, and facilities are properly maintained, calibrated, and functioning safely and efficiently. The technician supports laboratory operations by performing routine inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs. In addition, the technician is responsible for operating and maintaining company trucks and forklifts to support laboratory logistics, transportation and material handling needs.

We are looking for a dedicated and detail orientated self-starter who has the following skills and experience:

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine preventive maintenance, calibration, and functional checks on laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Conduct minor repairs and adjustments, report major repairs to the maintenance manager.
• Maintain accurate logs of maintenance activities, calibration records, and equipment histories.
• Ensure laboratory facilities are clean, safe, and in compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Assist with installation, relocation, and setup of laboratory instruments and workstations.
• Safely operate company trucks for transporting materials, samples, equipment, and supplies between facilities or designated locations.
• Operate forklifts for loading, unloading, and internal movement of materials.
• Conduct routine inspection and basic maintenance of trucks and forklifts, such as fluid checks, tire inspection, cleaning, and reporting mechanical issues.
• Assist with maintaining inventory of spare parts, tools, and maintenance supplies.
• Support the receiving, storage, and distribution of laboratory materials.
• Follow all laboratory safety procedures, including PPE use, chemical handling, and equipment operation protocols.
• Promote a safe working environment by identifying and reporting potential hazards.
• Report any unsafe conditions to Supervisor or manager.
• Report any non-conforming event related to the used of equipment or company property to the Supervisor or manager.
• Act in a safe and professional manner and comply to all Occupational Health and Safety regulations and MSALABS safety policies.
• Some lifting is required, up to 50lbs.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in facility maintenance, equipment servicing, or a technical support role preferred.
• 1-2 years experience with excellent performance in Sample Preparation.
• Well versed in the operation of LIMS.
• Experience in general handyman work and carpentry is considered an asset.