Electronics/Biomedical Technician

Reporting to the Manager, Academic Operations, the incumbent is responsible for the operation, maintenance, repair, calibration, inventory management, procurement, and technical support of biomedical, electronics and motor control instructional laboratory facilities and equipment. The incumbent provides technical expertise to faculty, staff, and students; coordinates laboratory resources and stores operations; supports curriculum delivery and applied research activities; maintains compliance with health and safety requirements; and ensures laboratories remain operational, safe, and aligned with evolving program needs.

Laboratory Operations, Equipment Maintenance and Technical Support Maintains, repairs, calibrates, tests, troubleshoots and secures biomedical, electronics, electrical, motor control and instructional laboratory equipment. Performs preventative and corrective maintenance and maintains detailed maintenance records. Coordinates service and repairs with external vendors and manufacturers.

Ensures laboratory facilities and equipment are operational and available for scheduled academic activities. Provides technical assistance and demonstrations to faculty and students regarding proper operation of specialized equipment. Assists with installation, configuration and commissioning of new equipment and laboratory systems.

Supports specialized laboratory activities including PCB fabrication, soldering equipment, test equipment, medical devices and related technologies. Inventory and Procurement Maintains inventories of biomedical equipment, laboratory supplies, components, electronic parts and consumables. Coordinates ordering, receiving, storage and distribution of laboratory materials and student kits.

Researches vendors, obtains quotations, evaluates products and sources specialized equipment and components. Coordinates equipment loans and tracks movement of equipment between laboratories, classrooms and other college locations. Ensures inventory records are accurate and available for budget planning and operational requirements.

Faculty, Student and Administrative Support Provides technical support for labs. Assists faculty with acquisition, assembly, testing and implementation of laboratory equipment and instructional resources. Provides guidance to students on laboratory procedures, equipment usage, troubleshooting and project development. Supports software and hardware platforms used in electromechanical and biomedical programs.

Laboratory Planning and Development Recommends capital equipment purchases, laboratory improvements and replacement strategies in collaboration with faculty members. Participates in planning for new equipment installations and facility modifications. Works with Facilities and IT departments on laboratory renovations, equipment integration and technology requirements.

Evaluates emerging technologies and identifies opportunities to enhance learning environments. Health, Safety and Compliance Ensures compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation and departmental safety procedures. Maintains safe laboratory environments and reports safety concerns. Develops and implements safe operating practices for specialized equipment.

Conducts regular inspections and ensures laboratory users follow safety requirements.