Electronics/Biomedical Technician
Durham CollegeElectronics/Biomedical Technician COMPETITION NO. SP26-25 About Durham College: Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution with a clear purpose: transforming lives, building careers, and enriching communities. We prepare students to thrive in a rapidly changing world of work through innovative, hands-on and industry-connected learning. From co-ops and field placements to applied research and other experiential opportunities, DC students develop the practical skills, knowledge, and confidence to make an immediate impact in their careers and communities. Known for future-focused, innovative teaching and strong connections to industry, DC offers a diverse range of market-driven programs designed to respond to evolving workforce needs. Our programs span business, information technology, engineering, construction and skilled trades, health care, science and technology, culinary, hospitality and horticulture, social and community services, and media, art and design. Across our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby, DC offers 145 programs, including eight degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs, serving nearly 11,000 full-time post-secondary and 2,800 apprenticeship students. We also support lifelong learning through more than 18,000 registrations in professional and part-time learning, while our community of more than 125,000 alumni is making an impact locally and around the world. Our impact extends well beyond our campuses. DC contributes more than $913 million annually to Durham Region’s economy. Remaining community-connected, DC works closely with employers, industry, and partners to strengthen our communities and create new opportunities. We are committed to embedding sustainability in the way we learn, work, and contribute to the communities we serve. At DC, employees are at the heart of that impact. As a people-centred college, our culture is grounded in our values of collaboration, diversity and inclusion, excellence, innovation, integrity, respect and social responsibility. Together, we are creating exceptional learning experiences, supporting student success, and helping to shape a more sustainable, equitable, and prosperous future. Position Information : Part-time support opportunity (regular): less than 12-month position (10 month position, with summer layoff June and July) Hourly rate: $36.56 Hours: 24 hours per week Reporting To: Manager, Academic Operations Department: Faculty of Science & Engineering Technology Campus Location: Whitby Vacancy status: new vacancy Duties and Responsibilities: 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 eq…