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Location New Westminster/Coquitlam Campus Salary Range $32.04 to $36.06 hourly. Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement. annually. The Opportunity The Lab Technician IV contributes to the success of Douglas College and its community of learners by providing laboratory instruction, evaluation and supervision of students in the geography laboratory including preparation of materials for use in the laboratory. The Lab Technician IV also provides exceptional client-centred service on a consistent basis to all stakeholder groups. Who We Are Do what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better. Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments. What It Takes Bachelor’s Degree in Geography (Physical Geography preferred) from a recognized post-secondary educational institution. Excellent working knowledge of the operation and routine maintenance of laboratory and field equipment and apparatus together with a good working knowledge of safety measures related to the operation of an Open Geography Laboratory. Demonstrated ability to engage with students and accurately explain geographic concepts including working with quantitative data and equations. Ability to function effectively in field conditions, including transporting, setting up and using field equipment. Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimum direct supervision as well as establish priorities and achieve deadlines. Proficiency with computers and geography-related software (MS Excel, ArcGIS). Current drone pilot certificate and experience are assets. This position has been submitted for review. Additional information may be available to short-listed applicants at the time of the interview. Additional Information For Full Job Description, click here. This part-time, (28 hours) regular position is available starting September 21, 2026. Hours of work will typically be scheduled Monday to Friday, between 7:30 am and 10:30 pm. This position is required to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs Shift days and times may change depending on operational needs Evening and occasional weekend work may be required. The position is located at the New Westminster campus; and will be required to work at all Douglas College campuses and offsite locations Douglas College is committed to supporting a healthy work/life balance for employees.

What you’ll do

The Lab Technician IV provides laboratory instruction, evaluation, and supervision for geography students while preparing necessary materials. They are also responsible for delivering client-centered service to all stakeholders and managing laboratory operations.

Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree in Geography is required, with a preference for Physical Geography. Candidates must be proficient in ArcGIS and MS Excel, and possess the ability to operate field equipment and explain geographic concepts.

Other relevant skills

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• Laboratory Instruction
• Student Supervision
• Quantitative Data Analysis
• Field Equipment Operation
• Arcgis
• Ms Excel
• Drone Piloting
• Laboratory Maintenance
• Safety Management
• Geography Education

Job areas

• Education
• Science & Research
• Environmental & Sustainability