Support laboratory equipment through machining, welding, and repair as a Scientific Machinist serving teaching and research programs. Work across varied shop tasks. The Faculty of Science Machine Shop needs a creative, flexible machinist for custom scientific equipment and shop operations. You will maintain laboratory equipment, interpret drawings or prototypes, and adapt methods to changing user demands. The work includes assisting students and other users while liaising with faculty, staff, researchers, and students throughout the university community.

Key Responsibilities




Maintain and repair teaching and research laboratory equipment Fabricate equipment using manual and CNC machines Operate machines for welding and sheet metal tasks Assist students and users with shop projects Liaise with university faculty, staff, researchers, and students

Requirements:
Journeyman-level training as a fully trained machinist Creative, adaptable approach to equipment design and improvement Initiative and vision for improving shop services Ability to work accurately despite interruptions and tight deadlines Preferred welding, plastic fabrication, and woodworking experience Bring scientific equipment repair, welding, fabrication, and user-support skills to a collaborative Faculty of Science machine shop. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Laboratory Equipment Machinist and Welder (Victoria)
🏢 University of Victoria
📍 Victoria