Tech Staff II

British Columbia Institute of Technology; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading polytechnic institution in Metro Vancouver seeks a Technical Staff Technician II to support the Department of Electrical Engineering. Responsibilities include maintaining laboratory equipment, developing maintenance procedures, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with CSA standards. The ideal candidate will have significant experience with diagnostic tools and a diploma in a relevant field. This position offers competitive pay and generous benefits including a defined benefit pension plan and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation

Employer-paid health and dental plan

Defined benefit pension plan

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

Free access to BCIT Flexible Learning courses

Wellness programs

Complimentary gym membership

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience using diagnostic tools.
• Proven ability in troubleshooting and repairing equipment.
• Strong understanding of CSA standards and Canadian Electrical Code.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, test, troubleshoot, and repair lab equipment.
• Develop and document maintenance procedures.
• Manage inventory and order parts.

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical engineering equipment

Using diagnostic tools

Control panel building

Networking hardware troubleshooting

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechatronics Technology

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

Position Summary

BCIT’s School of Energy seeks a regular, full‑time (1.0 FTE) Technical Staff Technician II to support and maintain laboratory facilities for the Department of Electrical Engineering and Technology. Responsibilities include testing, repairing, assembling, and maintaining lab equipment; developing and documenting maintenance procedures; inventory control; equipment and parts purchasing; and other tasks required for department operations to ensure students have access to safe, reliable, industry‑standard equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain, test, troubleshoot, and repair a wide range of electrical engineering lab equipment.
• Assemble and calibrate benchtop and on‑ground equipment for the following areas:
  • Analog and digital electronics
  • Automation and instrumentation
  • Electrical power and industrial control
  • Telecommunications
  • Industrial networking
• Develop and document maintenance procedures and technical manuals.
• Draft electrical schematics for existing systems and planned installations.
• Manage inventory, order parts and equipment, and liaise with vendors.
• Reconcile invoices and coordinate expense tracking with finance.
• Ensure compliance with CSA standards and the Canadian Electrical Code.

Qualifications

Required Technical Expertise

• Minimum 10 years of experience using diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators, power supplies, spectrum analyzers, and high‑power equipment.
• Proven ability in troubleshooting, repair, and calibration of electrical engineering equipment.
• Experience in control panel building, wiring, and mounting electrical components.
• Familiarity with networking hardware (routers, servers) and troubleshooting industrial networks.
• Strong understanding of CSA standards and Canadian Electrical Code.

Additional Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechatronics Technology.
• Eligible for registration with ASTTBC as AScT or CTech (preferred).
• Excellent command of English (written and oral).
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical principles and continuous learning.

Why Join BCIT?

• Be part of a leading polytechnic institution committed to applied learning and innovation.
• Work in a collaborative environment that values professional growth and development.
• Contribute to shaping the next generation of electrical engineering technologists.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Minimum of twenty‑five days of vacation (additional days depending on position).
• Competitive employer‑paid extended health and dental plan.
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements.
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs.
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more.
• Eligibility requirements apply; benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position is temporary or part‑time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here.

Salary Information

Salary Range: $48,467 – $81,209 per annum.

Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting hiring opportunities for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact us using our contact form. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal. Applications submitted through the contact form will not be accepted.

The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil‑Waututh).