$58,304 to $65,630 annually. Salary scale and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement

The Opportunity

The Lab Technician IV contributes to the success of Douglas College and its community of learners by providing laboratory instruction, evaluation and supervision of students in the geography laboratory including preparation of materials for use in the laboratory. The Lab Technician IV also provides exceptional client-centred service on a consistent basis to all stakeholder groups.

WHO WE ARE

Do what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

Transit-accessible campuses

Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions

Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions





Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions

Professional Development opportunities

Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

Bachelor’s Degree in Geography (Physical Geography preferred) from a recognized post-secondary educational institution.

Excellent working knowledge of the operation and routine maintenance of laboratory and field equipment and apparatus together with a valuable working knowledge of safety measures related to the operation of an Open Geography Laboratory.

Demonstrated ability to engage with students and accurately explain geographic concepts including working with quantitative data and equations.

Ability to function effectively in field conditions, including transporting, setting up and using field equipment.

Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimum direct supervision as well as establish priorities and achieve deadlines.

Proficiency with computers and geography-related software (MS Excel, ArcGIS).

Current drone pilot certificate and experience are assets.

This position has been submitted for review. Additional information may be available to short-listed applicants at the time of the interview.

This full-time, regular position is available starting September 21, 2026.





Hours of work will typically be scheduled Monday to Friday, between 7:30 am and 10:30 pm.

This position is required to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs

Shift days and times may change depending on operational needs

Evening and occasional weekend work may be required.

The position is located at the New Westminster campus; and will be required to work at all Douglas College campuses and offsite locations

Douglas College is committed to supporting a healthy work/life balance for employees.

Position Title

Position Title Laboratory Technician IV, Geography

Anticipated Start Date

Anticipated Start Date 09/21/2026

End Date

Needs a Criminal Records Check

Open Date

Open Date 08/20/2026

Close Date

Close Date 08/27/2026

Open Until Filled No

Maximum Number of References

Maximum Number of References 3

Minimum Number of References

Minimum Number of References 3

Equity Statement

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.

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📌 Laboratory Technician IV, Geography (British Columbia)
🏢 Douglas College
📍 British Columbia