Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons .

- The Employment Equity Act , which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

City : Saskatoon

Organizational Unit : Aquatic and Crop Resource Development

Classification : TO-3

Tenure : Term

Duration :2 Years

Language Requirements : English

Work arrangements :

- Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the NRC work location identified.

Discover the possible : Anything is possible at the NRC, named in 2025 one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!

As Canada’s largest research and innovation organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

The role :



We’re looking for a Plant Growth Facility Maintenance Leader to support NRC’s Aquatic and Crop Resource Development (ACRD) Research Centre. In this role, you will be responsible for the preventive and reactive maintenance of NRC’s Plant Growth Facilities (PGF)—a complex network of controlled-environment systems supporting advanced plant research.

You will ensure the reliable operation of a large collection of plant growth chambers, contribute to the design and installation of new equipment, and support continuous improvement in safety, energy efficiency, and environmental control.

If you’re a technically skilled, safety-minded skilled with a passion for precision systems and sustainable facility operations, we’d like to hear from you.

The key responsibilities of the technical officer are the following:

- Maintains the facility work site, equipment, and tools, and recommends corrective actions for non-serviceable items. Ensures technical logs, records, regulatory documentation, and inventories are complete and accurate. Builds and maintains peer networks and conducts literature reviews to stay current with technological advancements.
- Monitors and troubleshoots issues affecting facility systems and growth chambers, including refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, electronic, and integrated control systems. Initiates and performs repairs or coordinates corrective actions with NRC facility staff, stakeholders, or contracted trades personnel.




- Develops a facility preventative maintenance schedule and contributes to project planning and annual maintenance budget development. Prepares estimates and procures goods and services required for the PGF, ensuring adherence to defined fiscal limits and NRC procurement policies. Oversees the purchase and inventory of standard supplies, components, and parts.
- Validates technical instructions and protocols for various laboratory setups, identifies issues, and develops solutions. This may include preparing work sites, selecting materials, and assembling or fabricating new equipment, devices, or systems.
- Performs regular calibration and performance verification of equipment and instrument sensors. Prepares detailed calibration and maintenance reports and maintains comprehensive records of upgrades, tests, and analyses to ensure operational reliability.
- Promotes and adheres to NRC’s established health, safety, and environmental standards. Participates in hazard identification, risk assessment, and mitigation planning. Reports safety and environmental concerns and proposes improvements to enhance workplace safety and compliance.

Screening criteria : Education : A technical diploma of at least 2 or 3 years in one of the following fields:

- Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Electrical Engineering Technology
- HVAC/R Technology
- Industrial Maintenance/Millwright
- Building Systems Technology
- Electrical with Red Seal Electrician
- Instrumentation Technician

Certification Status: Must hold a valid Saskatchewan Journeyperson Certification or an interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement (RSE)

One or more trade certifications, or eligibility for licensing in Saskatchewan, in the aforementioned technical fields such as, HVAC/R (Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

📌 Technical Officer - Plant Growth Facilities Maintenance Leader (Saskatoon)
🏢 National Research Council Canada
📍 Saskatoon