Scientific Equipment Service Technician - (997381.4)

University of Victoria; Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Biotechnical Support Centre (BSC) at the University of Victoria’s School of Molecular Life Sciences is responsible for maintaining and calibrating a wide range of scientific instruments. You will repair and modify equipment to support teaching and research activities.

This role requires strong troubleshooting skills, three years of experience with laboratory instrumentation, and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Experience with repair and maintenance of modern scientific instrumentation; minimum three years.
• Able to read and understand schematic, wiring or technical diagrams.
• Knowledge across electrical, electronic, electro-mechanical, mechanical, and/or chemical systems.
• Extensive hands-on experience in troubleshooting, repair or fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, calibrate, repair and modify a diverse array of laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Assist teaching and research programs with equipment upkeep.
• Record repairs, calibrations and modifications and communicate with vendors.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Soldering

Color vision

Documentation

Independent work

Education

Technical college diploma in biomedical technology/electronics

Tools

Soldering equipment

Hand and power tools

Electrical test equipment

Wiring diagrams reading

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Organizational Unit

University of Victoria -> Faculty of Science -> School of Molecular Life Sciences

Location

University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date

14 September 2026

Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

FTE

1.0

Salary Grade

$6,235.00 - $6,426.00

Additional Posting Information:

N/A

Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Start Date

9/21/2026

End Date

5/7/2027

Employee Group:

CUPE 951 - Term

# of Hires Needed

1

Category

Computers, Hardware, Computers, Software, Electronics, Installation, Maintenance, and Repair

About this Opportunity

The University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada’s best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria’s diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.

Job Summary

The Biotechnical Support Centre (BSC) in the School of Molecular Life Sciences provides support to the teaching and research programs in the Faculty of Science. As part of the BSC team, this position maintains, calibrates, repairs and modifies a diverse array of electronic, electro-mechanical, hydro-mechanical and mechanical scientific laboratory instrumentation and equipment. The position will evolve as required to help accomplish the goals of the BSC.

Job Requirements

Experience with the repair and maintenance of assorted modern scientific instrumentation.A minimum of three years of experience in relevant fields.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

Task related:

• Inquisitive, ability to think critically, with a strong motivation to solve problems.
• A strong self-starter with attention to detail.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Logical deductive reasoning abilities, able to evaluate situations and make critical decisions.
• Able to visualize complex processes and equipment.
• Good fine motor skills and excellent mechanical aptitude.
• Able to skillfully operate hand and power tools, including proficient soldering skills.
• Colour vision.

Communication and interpersonal:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a service-oriented attitude.
• Able to work effectively as part of a dynamic team; with people from various disciplines, educational backgrounds; divergent personality types and English language proficiencies
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Able to consult, seek assistance, accept advice and feedback from senior technicians.
• Able to prepare documentation, maintain records and keep detailed notes pertaining to repairs, communication with vendors, replacement parts, calibrations and modifications of scientific and related equipment.

Personal attributes:

• Inquisitive, creative, persistent and patient.
• Desire to improve knowledge and skills on an ongoing basis and keep up with new technologies.
• Able to remain calm under pressure, during urgent situations and be able to cope with shifting priorities.
• Able to handle stress of meeting deadlines and goals.
• Resourceful and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to work with constant disruptions and distractions, while still being able to accomplish required tasks and assignments.
• Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment.
• Ability to prioritize and manage time and tasks with attention to detail.
• Ability to problem solve using judgment, independent thinking, and analysis.

Specialized knowledge/education

• Graduation from a recognized technical college, institute or equivalent, specializing in biomedical technology, electronics, direct digital control (DDC), or similar.
• Able to read and understand schematic, wiring or technical diagrams and instructions.
• Knowledge and experience in a variety of disciplines for the purpose of troubleshooting and repairing devices of electrical, electronic, electro-mechanical, hydro-mechanical, mechanical, and/or chemical nature.
• Extensive hands-on experience in the area of troubleshooting, repair or fabrication.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools and test equipment used in electronics or mechanical repairs.
• Working practical knowledge of building electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems.
• Computer literacy and proficiency commensurate with a technical support position including detailed PC hardware knowledge.
• A broad conceptual understanding of biological sciences and physics principles would be very beneficial.
• 3D design, and 3D printing skills are a strong asset.

Territory Acknowledgement:

We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity Statement:

UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups .

Accessibility Statement:

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