Top Benefits
About the role
Discover
TRIUMF
, Canada's particle accelerator centre. We are a publicly funded, not-for-profit research lab that is a hub for discovery and innovation.
Our mission is to serve as Canada’s particle accelerator centre. We advance isotope science and technology, both fundamental and applied. We collaborate across communities and disciplines, from nuclear and particle physics to the life and material sciences. We discover and innovate, inspire and educate, creating knowledge and opportunity for all.
TRIUMF's diverse community of nearly 600 multidisciplinary researchers, engineers, technicians, tradespeople, staff, and students create a unique incubator for Canadian excellence, as well as a portal to premier global collaborations. Fueling innovation and improving lives, we are committed to accelerating discovery and shaping a better world.
Job Description
TRIUMF’s state-of-the-art Machine Shop specializes in translating physicists’ vision into prototypes and one-of-a-kind experimental components. This is often an iterative process in which scientists, designers and machinists work back-and-forth to create unique components that must meet extreme tolerances for vacuum, cryogenics, and high-precision measurement.
TRIUMF Machine Shop is currently in need of a Journeyperson Fabrication/Welder who will be responsible for the fabrication and repair of experimental equipment, instrumentation and systems as partof TRIUMF's program work.
As our ideal candidate, you are able to work independently and have the ability to exercise good judgement when dealing with complex fabrication issues. Your other qualifications will include:
- TIG Welding: Expertise in vacuum leak-tight welding for aluminum and stainless steel.
- MIG Welding: Skilled in high-quality metal inert gas welding applications.
- Fabrication & Assembly: Proactive assessment and execution of complex assemblies.
- Soldering: Proficient in both silver and soft soldering techniques.
- Helium Leak Testing: Conducting precise helium leak checks on assemblies.
- Safety & Compliance: Adherence to industry safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Continuous Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing learning and skill enhancement.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
There are no direct supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Expected to provide guidance, training, and mentorship to more junior team members.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Fabrication Knowledge: Proficient in advanced fabrication techniques and best practices.
- TIG Welding Expertise: Strong skill set in aluminum and stainless steel TIG welding.
- Technical Literacy: Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and CAD models accurately.
- Effective Communication: Strong interpersonal skills for clear and efficient collaboration.
- Teamwork & Independence: Capable of working both independently and within a team environment.
- Safety & Quality Commitment: Dedicated to maintaining high safety and quality standards.
- Organized Work Environment: Ensuring a tidy, well-organized workspace for efficiency.
- Shop Protocol Adherence: Following machine and fabrication shop procedures diligently.
- Orbital TIG Welding: Experience in orbital TIG welding is an asset.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
- BCTQ Machinist Red Seal certification.
- 7+ years experience Welding and Fabricating a variety of ferrous and non-ferrous materials after certification.
Applicants must be legally able to work in Canada on a permanent basis (Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident).
Salary: $82,535 CAD plus our comprehensive 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 02, 2025
Apply now and be part of our extraordinary journey.
Learn more about the amazing research and work we do at TRIUMF.
https://www.discoverourlab.triumf.ca
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are integral to excellence and enhance our ability to create knowledge and opportunity for all. Together, we are committed to building an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the voices of our employees, students, partners, and the people and communities we serve.
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
Fax: 604.222.3791
4004 Wesbrook Mall - Vancouver, BC - V6T 2A3
TRIUMF is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam) People, who for millennia have passed on their culture, history, and traditions from one generation to the next on this site.
About TRIUMF
Established in 1968 in Vancouver, TRIUMF is Canada’s particle accelerator centre. The lab is a hub for discovery and innovation inspired by a half-century of ingenuity in answering some of nature's most challenging questions. From the hunt for the smallest particles in the universe to the development of new technologies, TRIUMF is pushing frontiers in research, while training the next generation of leaders in science, medicine, and business.
Powered by its complement of top talent and advanced accelerator infrastructure, TRIUMF is pushing the frontiers in isotope science and innovation, as well as technologies to address fundamental and applied problems in particle and nuclear physics, and the materials and life sciences.
In collaboration with Canadian universities from coast to coast, TRIUMF's diverse community of nearly 600 multidisciplinary researchers, engineers, technicians, tradespeople, staff, and students create a unique incubator for Canadian excellence, as well as a portal to premier global collaborations.
Our passion for understanding everything from the nature of the nucleus to the creation of the cosmos sparks imagination, inspiration, improved health, economic opportunity, and a better world for all.
From its diversity, cutting-edge research, and world-class facilities, to its competitive benefits package and stunning location, TRIUMF is a great place to work.
Top Benefits
About the role
Discover
TRIUMF
, Canada's particle accelerator centre. We are a publicly funded, not-for-profit research lab that is a hub for discovery and innovation.
Our mission is to serve as Canada’s particle accelerator centre. We advance isotope science and technology, both fundamental and applied. We collaborate across communities and disciplines, from nuclear and particle physics to the life and material sciences. We discover and innovate, inspire and educate, creating knowledge and opportunity for all.
TRIUMF's diverse community of nearly 600 multidisciplinary researchers, engineers, technicians, tradespeople, staff, and students create a unique incubator for Canadian excellence, as well as a portal to premier global collaborations. Fueling innovation and improving lives, we are committed to accelerating discovery and shaping a better world.
Job Description
TRIUMF’s state-of-the-art Machine Shop specializes in translating physicists’ vision into prototypes and one-of-a-kind experimental components. This is often an iterative process in which scientists, designers and machinists work back-and-forth to create unique components that must meet extreme tolerances for vacuum, cryogenics, and high-precision measurement.
TRIUMF Machine Shop is currently in need of a Journeyperson Fabrication/Welder who will be responsible for the fabrication and repair of experimental equipment, instrumentation and systems as partof TRIUMF's program work.
As our ideal candidate, you are able to work independently and have the ability to exercise good judgement when dealing with complex fabrication issues. Your other qualifications will include:
- TIG Welding: Expertise in vacuum leak-tight welding for aluminum and stainless steel.
- MIG Welding: Skilled in high-quality metal inert gas welding applications.
- Fabrication & Assembly: Proactive assessment and execution of complex assemblies.
- Soldering: Proficient in both silver and soft soldering techniques.
- Helium Leak Testing: Conducting precise helium leak checks on assemblies.
- Safety & Compliance: Adherence to industry safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Continuous Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing learning and skill enhancement.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
There are no direct supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. Expected to provide guidance, training, and mentorship to more junior team members.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Fabrication Knowledge: Proficient in advanced fabrication techniques and best practices.
- TIG Welding Expertise: Strong skill set in aluminum and stainless steel TIG welding.
- Technical Literacy: Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and CAD models accurately.
- Effective Communication: Strong interpersonal skills for clear and efficient collaboration.
- Teamwork & Independence: Capable of working both independently and within a team environment.
- Safety & Quality Commitment: Dedicated to maintaining high safety and quality standards.
- Organized Work Environment: Ensuring a tidy, well-organized workspace for efficiency.
- Shop Protocol Adherence: Following machine and fabrication shop procedures diligently.
- Orbital TIG Welding: Experience in orbital TIG welding is an asset.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
- BCTQ Machinist Red Seal certification.
- 7+ years experience Welding and Fabricating a variety of ferrous and non-ferrous materials after certification.
Applicants must be legally able to work in Canada on a permanent basis (Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident).
Salary: $82,535 CAD plus our comprehensive 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 02, 2025
Apply now and be part of our extraordinary journey.
Learn more about the amazing research and work we do at TRIUMF.
https://www.discoverourlab.triumf.ca
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are integral to excellence and enhance our ability to create knowledge and opportunity for all. Together, we are committed to building an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the voices of our employees, students, partners, and the people and communities we serve.
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
Fax: 604.222.3791
4004 Wesbrook Mall - Vancouver, BC - V6T 2A3
TRIUMF is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam) People, who for millennia have passed on their culture, history, and traditions from one generation to the next on this site.
About TRIUMF
Established in 1968 in Vancouver, TRIUMF is Canada’s particle accelerator centre. The lab is a hub for discovery and innovation inspired by a half-century of ingenuity in answering some of nature's most challenging questions. From the hunt for the smallest particles in the universe to the development of new technologies, TRIUMF is pushing frontiers in research, while training the next generation of leaders in science, medicine, and business.
Powered by its complement of top talent and advanced accelerator infrastructure, TRIUMF is pushing the frontiers in isotope science and innovation, as well as technologies to address fundamental and applied problems in particle and nuclear physics, and the materials and life sciences.
In collaboration with Canadian universities from coast to coast, TRIUMF's diverse community of nearly 600 multidisciplinary researchers, engineers, technicians, tradespeople, staff, and students create a unique incubator for Canadian excellence, as well as a portal to premier global collaborations.
Our passion for understanding everything from the nature of the nucleus to the creation of the cosmos sparks imagination, inspiration, improved health, economic opportunity, and a better world for all.
From its diversity, cutting-edge research, and world-class facilities, to its competitive benefits package and stunning location, TRIUMF is a great place to work.