Competition Number
S181419P
Position Title
Technician I - Chemistry and Biology Lab
Position Number
S99860
Employee Group
Staff
Position Status
Temporary Part-Time
Start Date
09/08/2025
End Date (if applicable)
04/10/2026
Department
Faculty of Arts & Sciences
Additional Notes
Please note this is a fixed-term role Sept 8, 2025 – April 2026.
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?
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:
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
Our standard work week is Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm. In this position, you will work 20 hours per week .
Bridge Period (if applicable)
In this position, you will have a winter break (December - January ) bridge period each year. Exact dates will be determined based on the departments operational needs. During this bridge period, you will be on leave without pay from this position; howeve
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