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Production Tech 3
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- Full-time
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- Full-time
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Educational Laboratory Technologist, Mechanical Technician Centre (Temporary)
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, AB · Patricia Campus
- Full-time
NAIT’s School of Construction and Building Sciences is currently recruiting a full-time Educational Laboratory Technologist to join the Mechanical Technician Center, providing dedicated…
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Educational Laboratory Technologist, Mechanical Technician Center
NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology)
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Hardness Calibration Technician
ML6 Search + Talent Advisory
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- $65,000 to $75,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Our client, an established provider of scientific and industrial testing equipment, is seeking a Hardness Service & Calibration Technician to join their team in Whitby, Ontario.
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- $20.5 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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ELECTRONICS & WORKSHOP TECH
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON
- Contract
…workshop such as computer interfaces, research apparatus, and laboratory and departmental equipment that does not fall under a supplier’s service…
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Curaleaf International
Brampton, ON
- $20.5 CAD / hour
- Full-time
We are looking for a reliable, organised and detail-oriented General Operations Technician to join our My Medi operations team.
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- Full-time
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Prototyping Workshop Technician - R&D-ANJOU, QC
Oldcastle APG
Montreal, QC
- Other
We are currently seeking a **Prototyping Workshop Technician** for our **Research & Development Center** located in **Anjou, Quebec**.
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Maintenance Technician
AGAT Laboratories
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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Operations Technician
Canadian Nuclear Laboratories
Port Hope, ON
- Full-time
Working schedule: Five (5) days per week, seven and a half (7.5) hours per day for a thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hour work week
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Lab Technician
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- Full-time
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McMaster University

ELECTRONICS & WORKSHOP TECH

Hamilton, ON, Canada

Contract

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Job details

Job type: Contract
Apply by: Dec 10, 2026
Experience: Requires 3 years of relevant experience.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 10, 2026

Original job description

About the Position

We are welcoming applications for the Limited-Term position of Workshop Technician within CERC@MARC. The Workshop Technician is needed to oversee and manage three high-power vehicle and electric traction system dynamometers at MARC along with several other smaller test systems. The dynamometers are used for testing and evaluating hardware for university research projects and third-party clients. This role includes: (1) Creating and maintaining safe operating procedures for the lab equipment, (2) Developing and teaching training courses on operation of the lab equipment, (3) Running tests on equipment as needed, collecting test data, and presenting results in report format, (4) Organizing and improving the lab facilities over time to increase productivity and testing throughput.

Job Summary

Provides specialized and technical support to the department as it pertains to electronics used for research and teaching purposes. Responsible for designing, maintaining, and troubleshooting various equipment and associated software.

Purpose & Key Functions

Design, build, and maintain various components of the electronics workshop such as computer interfaces, research apparatus, and laboratory and departmental equipment that does not fall under a supplier’s service contract.
Assemble, install, and relocate laboratories and office furniture such as desks, bookcases, and file cabinets.
Write technical user documentation for various interfaces and pieces of equipment.
Produce technical drawings using various design software.
Verify functionality and calibrate testing equipment.
Read and understand technical manuals and schematics.
Determine the cause and troubleshoot malfunctions in electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment.
Evaluate and select new shop equipment, tools, and testing devices to be purchased by the department.
Exchange technical and scientific information amongst colleagues.
Provide expertise and advice to faculty, staff, and students via email, telephone, and in person on the construction and use of in-house developed apparatus' including detailed drawings and instructions.
Demonstrate operating procedures to users for custom-built equipment.
Recommend alternatives to clients if initial requests for custom built equipment is not feasible.
Provide time estimates and cost breakdowns to clients for materials.

Supervision

No formal supervision of others is required.
Provide orientation and show procedures to others.

Qualifications

3-year Community College diploma in Electronics or related field of study.
Requires 3 years of relevant experience.

Assets

Previous experience working in a university environment is considered a strong asset.

Additional Information

This position will be responsible for the following duties, including but not limited to:

Monitoring a workshop area, technical facilities, and equipment
Ensuring adequate support for student curricular and related extra-curricular needs
Ensuring compliance with all health and safety and security requirements as outlined by the University and provincial statutes
Providing safety training, information, technical assistance, and directions to workshop users
Maintaining and troubleshooting various equipment and associated software

The successful candidate must demonstrate in-depth understanding and experience in:

Lab or workshop management and organization
Operation and design of automated test systems
Mechanical fabrication and CAD drawing
Electrical schematic design, wiring, and soldering
Electrical and mechanical sensing devices: temperature, torque, speed, etc.
Rotating machinery, such as electric motors or gas engines
Piping and cooling systems for automotive and building applications
Experimental test setups including dynamometers (AVL, A&D), power supplies, and thermal chambers
Mechanical fastening, equipment vibrations and tolerance stack-ups and alignments of assemblies

The successful candidate must also have and/or demonstrate:

Strong project management, problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills
Excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships at work
Flexibility and adaptability when meeting deadlines with numerous interruptions
Ability to respond creatively to resolve issues and maintain workflow
Ability to take initiative and follow through, and willing to ask for help when needed
Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team environment
High attention to detail while producing thorough and accurate work
Professionalism, integrity, and ability to handle confidential information
Experience and basic familiarity with software and programming

This position requires a primarily on-site presence. Flexibility is also required to work occasional evenings, weekends and evening hours to meet the demands of the position.

How To Apply

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Responsibilities

Manage and maintain dynamometers, workshop facilities, and other laboratory equipment, including developing safe operating procedures, training users, troubleshooting, and conducting tests. Build and maintain research and teaching equipment, document and report technical work, and advise faculty, staff, and students on equipment design and use.

Requirements

Requires a three-year community college diploma in Electronics or a related field and three years of relevant experience. Candidates should have experience with lab or workshop management, automated test systems, mechanical and electrical fabrication, sensing devices, rotating machinery, experimental test setups, and strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Skills

Workshop Management
Lab Equipment Operation
Automated Test Systems
Mechanical Fabrication
CAD Drawing
Electrical Schematic Design
Wiring and Soldering
Equipment Troubleshooting
Test Data Collection and Reporting
Equipment Calibration
Safety Training
Project Management
Problem-Solving
Communication
Technical Documentation
Basic Programming

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Keywords

Dynamometers
Vehicle Testing
Electric Traction Systems
Automated Test Systems
AVL
A&D
CAD
Technical Drawings
Electrical Schematics
Wiring
Soldering
Mechanical Fabrication
Temperature Sensors
Torque Sensors
Speed Sensors
Rotating Machinery
Electric Motors
Gas Engines
Piping Systems
Cooling Systems
Power Supplies
Thermal Chambers
Equipment Calibration
Test Data Collection
Safety Procedures
Laboratory Management
Equipment Troubleshooting
Technical Documentation
Programming
Mechanical Alignment

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