Facility Manager, Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization

University of Saskatchewan View all jobs

Saskatoon, SK
Permanent
Full-time

16 days ago

Facility Manager, Vaccine and Infectious Disease OrganizationThe Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO), Canada's Centre for Pandemic Research, is a world leader in infectious disease research and vaccine development for humans and animals. Located at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Canada, VIDO is home to one of the largest and most advanced containment level 3 facilities in the world. To strengthen the preparedness for emerging infectious diseases we are currently expanding our infrastructure to include containment level 4 capacity, a GMP vaccine manufacturing facility, and a new animal housing facility. Our vision includes having the capacity to study any emerging disease in any animal model embracing a One Health approach to prevent emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases in humans and animals.Reporting to the Facility Manager, you will support planned maintenance and biosafety programs. The candidate will be a member of, and work cooperatively with, the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Team.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Assist with implementation, execution of non-destructive testing programs, interpret the results, evaluate and make recommendations as well as assist with implementation of changes or repairs.
Perform on-going decontamination requirements of laboratory spaces, equipment and HEPA filters, including waste stream operation and maintenance and cycle verification.
Complete HEPA filter scanning
Assist with maintaining and monitoring inventory assets within the asset management system to ensure component availability for continued critical infrastructure reliability.
Assist with annual facility performance verification, testing and reporting as assigned.
Assist with various tasks with the O&M team
Assist with the receipt of large deliveries to the facility.

Education Required:

Diploma or Certificate in a related field (Building Systems Technician)

Experience Required:

Minimum 2 years' experience
Equivalent experience in an intensive mechanical reliability environment would be considered

Other Requirements:

Ability to perform, interpret and evaluate test results in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications or procedures
Strong mechanical aptitude
Exceptional problem-solving ability, with attention to detail
Strong communication skills
Physical requirements may include prolonging standing, walking, crouching and reaching.
Must be capable of working in specialized environments under conditions that require use of specific/applicable PPE.

Interested candidates are asked to submit their application including a cover letter, CV, and the names of three references online via the following link:Review of applications will begin immediately; however, applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.For more information visit:Department: VIDO
Status: Permanent
Employment Group: Research Positions - Non-union
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1
Salary: The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Posted Date: 3/30/2026
Closing Date: 5/10/2026 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On CampusThe successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where 'Yes' is indicated below. Further information is available at:Criminal Record Check: Yes
Driver's License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Yes
Vulnerable Sector Check: Not ApplicableThe University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: .
We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.
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