Mechanical Technician - Cryogenics

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Basic Function:

Support technical activities in the Cryogenics group in an emerging level role

Organizational Relationships:

The position reports to the Cryogenics supervisor and works within a team environment in the Accelerator Systems Department.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Provides troubleshooting/support for the online Cryogenic systems primarily in Helium Recovery Facility (HRF) but can also support activities in other TRIUMF cryogenic systems
• Provides support, including hardware/system design for lab focussed R&D within the TRIUMF Cryogenics group

Supervision Exercised:

• Individual contributor role with no requirement for line leadership of others
• May provide guidance, training, and mentorship to other employees within the job area

Minimum Qualifications And Experience:

• Technical certification in mechanical technology and a minimum of 1 year of professional experience post-graduation
• Requires broad knowledge in the area of expertise, including approaches and technical concepts

Applicants must be legally able to work in Canada on a permanent basis (Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident).

Salary: $59,925 CAD plus our comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan

Position Type:

Permanent

Hours Per Week:

37.5

Total Rewards

At TRIUMF, we value our employees and are committed to providing a competitive total rewards package. We offer comprehensive benefits that promote the well-being and security of our staff and provide an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a high-profile national research facility, where you can make a difference.

Benefits Information:

• TRIUMF paid dental, extended health, vision care, emergency travel assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Life Insurance, and supplementary Wellness Benefits.
• Excellent Employee Pension Plan
• Disability benefits, and optional additional Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Generous time away
• Maternity and paternity leaves and top-ups

Application Closing Date:

October 23, 2025

Apply now and be part of our extraordinary journey.

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As an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalised on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

• Contact information:
• Email: recruiting@triumf.ca
• Phone: 604.222.1047
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