Technician I - Chemistry and Biology Lab (As & When)

2025-08-19 | Capilano University | North Vancouver | BC | Canada

Perks & Benefits:

Location:
North Vancouver, BC V7J 3H5
Currency:
CAD
Salary:
$26.50–$29.77 an hour
SalaryType:
HOURLY
Job Type:
Part-time

Competition Number
S181420P

Position Title
Technician I - Chemistry and Biology Lab (As & When)

Position Number
S99103

Employee Group
Staff

Position Status
Regular Part-Time

Start Date
09/08/2025

End Date (if applicable)

Department
Faculty of Arts & Sciences

Additional Notes
Please note that this is an “As & When” position. Please read through the details shared below regarding schedule and hours.

Location
North Vancouver

Working with us
At Capilano University, students are our focus. Employees play an essential role in creating an exceptional learning experience for students and a thriving campus community. Together, we are a high-performing team of individuals who make Capilano University one of the leading teaching universities in British Columbia and one of BC’s Top Employers. Grounded by our sense of purpose, we offer a meaningful, friendly and dynamic work environment.

As a member of the Chemistry and Biology team, you will be instrumental in helping the operation of the in-person chemistry and biology teaching labs. You will be involved in the daily preparation of the chemicals, set up and take down of technical equipment used by students in the labs.

You will be leading areas of technical work when preparing labs for lab supervisors and ensuring that all equipment and supplies are in sufficient quantity and working order. We are looking for someone to help us continue operation of the in-person chemistry and biology lab and offer exceptional experiences for our employee and student community. You will work with a team of talented individuals, an engaged community and an impactful executive team. You will be part of the team responsible both the Chemistry and Biology departments in the School of STEM.

Do you share our purpose and passion?

About the role
This is technical and maintenance work of moderate complexity. An incumbent in this position is primarily responsible for the preparation of materials and equipment for classroom demonstrations and for the care and maintenance of same. Duties of the position include preparing, maintaining, inventory control, equipment demonstration and repairing. This position typically reports to a Coordinator.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
  • Prepares material and equipment and assists in laboratory demonstrations.
  • Cleans, checks, sets-up, repairs, maintains, issues and stores a variety of supplies, equipment and appliances and maintains laboratory areas.
  • Requisitions, stores and dispenses materials, equipment and supplies and maintains inventory of same.
  • Operates and demonstrates the safe methods of equipment use. – Installs subject matter equipment.
  • Records, updates and maintains files, lists and general record keeping.
  • Assists and advises students with technical and non-technical problems, supports the learning activities of students in the absence of an instructor.

Experience, competencies & qualifications
  • Completion of Grade 12 including or supplemented by some formal training in the subject field.
  • One year of work experience in the subject matter.

For more information
For more information, please see the complete job description.

Benefits
At Capilano University, we understand that there is more to life than work. That is why we offer comprehensive benefits and support to help you and your family live a balanced life.

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Posting Detail Information

Days and Hours of Work
In this position, there is no guarantee of work; however, your Manager will schedule your hours based on departmental needs and your availability. If applicable, you can learn more about your meal break and rest period entitlements in Article 13 of the Collective Agreement.

Bridge Period (if applicable)

Pay Group
12

Salary
$26.50 per hour (with increments to a max of $29.77 per hour)

Union
MoveUP

Job Open Date
08/19/2025

Job Close Date
09/02/2025

Open Until Filled
No

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