Job Description

Are you knowledgeable about specialized laboratory and field-testing equipment used in a radiation protection laboratory?

If so, consider this excellent opportunity with the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development's Radiation Protection Service (RPS) laboratory.

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:

• a defined benefit pension plan
• maternity and parental leave top-up benefits which includes adoptive parents
• comprehensive health plan
• life and disability insurance
• flexible work arrangements
• collegial and professional work culture
• career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
• on-the-job training to support your success in the role

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role, you will:

• develop, design and construct new and modify existing, specialized laboratory and field-testing equipment for use by the radiation protection laboratory
• specify, select and monitor contractors repairing and replacing laboratory equipment
• instruct and train ministry staff on the use and maintenance of equipment and resolve operating problems and deficiencies
• provide a range of technical services including trouble-shooting and maintenance of equipment
• provide evaluation and commissioning of new instrumentation

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired.

Technical expertise:

• knowledge of the theories, practices and principles of, and experience with, technical equipment, electronics, performance diagnosis, maintenance and repair of a variety of specialized laboratory and field-testing equipment
• knowledge of radiation monitoring and analytical equipment, familiarity with the intricacies and components of technical equipment and ability to understand technical manuals, handbooks, trade catalogues, IT and demonstrated aptitude and experience visualizing operating requirements based on design

Analytical skills:

• analytical in order to diagnose and repair laboratory analytical and monitoring equipment
• evaluation skills to determine whether repairs can be made or equipment should be replaced and the cost effectiveness of both
• ability to source parts for repair, select and purchase most appropriate parts with regard to needs of the lab and cost

Communication and interpersonal skills:

• communication and interpersonal skills to provide guidance and consultation on new and repaired equipment to staff, suppliers and contractors installing new equipment

Organizational skills:

• ability to plan and organize own activities and workload priorities to ensure projects and unexpected matters are carried out within tight timeframes and to expectation

Additional Information:

Address:

• 1 Permanent, 81 Resources Rd, Etobicoke, Toronto Region

Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union


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Category:
Science


Posted on:
Wednesday, August 17, 2022

Note:

• Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.