Purpose: This multi-incumbent role provides services to the Lassonde Machine Shop and associated technical areas.

Services include: demonstration of equipment and manufacturing techniques to undergraduate and graduate students, teaching assistants, researchers and faculty members. operational service of the machine shop area, including selection, installation, operation and maintenance of machine components. oversees student activities within the machine shop to ensure adherence to operating procedures and health and safety protocols. act as an expert advisor for student projects/activities with respect to machine selection, operation and materials role will support the vision, purpose, values and strategic direction of Lassonde School of Engineering and York University, and contribute to a positive, supportive student-focused team environment of high performance, respect, trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement, embracing diversity and fostering inclusion.

Education: Experience: Four years current and related experience in mechanical/electro-mechanical design and fabrication.

Experience designing, constructing, modifying, repairing, testing, and installing various complex apparatus.

Experience in fabrication and training/ demonstrations and presentation is required.

Experience with instructing others in a shop workplace.





Experience with monitoring inventory.

Skills: Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a diverse group of individuals is a must for the design and construction of apparatus.

Theoretical and practical knowledge of a wide range of mechanical/electro-mechanical elements and machinery including sheet-metal work and carpentry work as well as welding skills to an advanced level on stainless steel, mild steel and aluminum.

Skilled and/or expert in repairing, maintaining, operating and operational problem solving of a variety of machine-shop equipment.

Ability to exercise considerable judgment concerning the specification of materials and fabrication procedures suitable to a workshop and the need to establish workshop schedules to maximize workshop efficiency.

Efficient verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to handle multiple and competing priorities.

Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

Demonstrated ability to problem solve and show initiative.

Equipment proficiency: Lathe.

Milling Machine.

Drill Press.

Band and table saw.

Grinders.

Belt sanders.

Shear

Bending brake.

Presses.

Welding equipment.

Soldering.

Measuring equipment.

Hand tools. CNC. 3D printers.

📌 Technician - Machine Shop (Ontario)
🏢 York University
📍 Ontario