Discover TRIUMF, Canada's particle accelerator centre. We are a publicly funded, not-for-profit research lab that is a hub for discovery and innovation. Our mission is to serve as Canada’s particle accelerator centre. We advance isotope science and technology, both fundamental and applied. We collaborate across communities and disciplines, from nuclear and particle physics to the life and material sciences. We discover and innovate, inspire and educate, creating knowledge and opportunity for all. TRIUMF's diverse community of nearly 600 multidisciplinary researchers, engineers, technicians, tradespeople, staff, and students create a unique incubator for Canadian excellence, as well as a portal to premier global collaborations. Fueling innovation and improving lives, we are committed to accelerating discovery and shaping a better world. Our Safety Systems Group (SSG), situated within our Environmental Health and Safety Department (EH&S), is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and calibration of a wide variety of different types of radiation monitors and laboratory detectors, and for the specification, design, implementation and maintenance of TRIUMF’s Radiation Safety Systems, which protect personnel from radiation due to accelerator operation. In support of these activities we are currently accepting applications for an intermediate level Electronics / Instrumentation Technologist. In this role, you will participate in routine electronics maintenance and repair; inspect, install, test and calibrate radiation monitoring equipment; and perform some mechanical maintenance and installation. Specifc responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Participates in constructing, testing, installing and maintaining electronic and mechanical devices and interfaces associated with radiation monitoring, including air monitors Repairing and maintaining radiation monitoring and nuclear electronic equipment, including Gate and Portal monitors Collecting and calibrating portable radiation and contamination monitoring equipment Collaborating with other EH&S members in the evaluation and maintenance of hardware and software for gamma spectroscopy counting systems Collaborating with other SSG members in the specification and design of new radiation detectors and calibration of fixed radiation monitors Potential collaborating with other SSG members in some PLC design projects and software development You will also be required to successfully complete the TRIUMF in-house radiation safety training course and be designated as a TRIUMF Nuclear Energy Worker. Knowledge and skills: As our ideal candidate, you have general knowledge of electronics, instrumentation, controls and electrical systems, and have experience in analog and digital electronics. You are a team player who excels in a collaborative environment. Your other qualifications include: Electronic servicing skills and experience using electronic shop tools and instrumentation (soldering stations, power supplies, oscilloscopes, etc.) Experience reading and creating electrical schematic diagrams for the purpose of maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment and systems Hands on mechanical servicing skills such as re-building air pumps and other system repairs Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Office Suite of products Knowledge of radiation protection, dose limits and radiation detector instrumentation and AutoCad/Solidworks would be a definite asset to your application, but at a minimum a strong desire and aptitude to learn these skills is required. Though not a requirement for the position, knowledge of PLC design, installation, and software development would be a definite asset to your application. Minimum qualifications: A diploma in Electronics or Robotics Technology and at least 1 year of relevant work experience after graduation, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicants must be legally able to work in Canada on a permanent basis (Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident). Salary: $59,925 per annum plus our comprehensive benefits Position type: Permanent Hours per week: 37.5 Total Rewards At TRIUMF, we value our employees and are committed to providing a competitive total rewards package. We offer comprehensive benefits that promote the well-being and security of our staff and provide an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a high-profile national research facility, where you can make a difference. Benefits Information: TRIUMF paid dental, extended health, vision care, emergency travel assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Life Insurance, and supplementary Wellness Benefits. Excellent Employee Pension Plan Disability benefits, and optional additional Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Generous time away Maternity and paternity leaves and top-ups Application closing date: August 28, 2025 Apply now and be part of our extraordinary journey. Learn more about the amazing research and work we do at TRIUMF. https://www.discoverourlab.triumf.ca http://www.rarestdrug.com Equity, diversity, and inclusion are integral to excellence and enhance our ability to create knowledge and opportunity for all. Together, we are committed to building an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the voices of our employees, students, partners, and the people and communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalised on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Contact information: Email: recruiting@triumf.ca Phone: 604.222.1047 Fax: 604.222.3791 4004 Wesbrook Mall - Vancouver, BC - V6T 2A3 TRIUMF is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the xwm??kw?y??m (Musqueam) People, who for millennia have passed on their culture, history, and traditions from one generation to the next on this site. Established in 1968 in Vancouver, TRIUMF is Canada’s particle accelerator centre. The lab is a hub for discovery and innovation inspired by a half-century of ingenuity in answering some of nature’s most challenging questions. From the hunt for the smallest particles in the universe to the development of new technologies, TRIUMF solves problems and delivers impact. We drive compelling research and create ideas and innovations that benefit humanity.
