Operations Technician

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories; Port Hope; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in environmental remediation as an Operations Technician in Port Hope. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe operation of wastewater treatment plants and contribute to significant environmental projects. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in engineering technology, relevant operational experience, and a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Benefits

Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal)

Benefits effective day one

Tuition support

Pension plan

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience or equivalent in experience.
• Ability to read technical drawings preferred.
• Valid 'G' Class driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Identifying operational problems and assisting in their resolution.
• Operating and maintaining wastewater treatment plants.
• Preparing chemical solutions and performing laboratory analysis.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Operational experience

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma or certificate from a recognized institute of engineering technology or applied sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Are you looking for an exciting role that will directly impact our environment? Are you someone who is meticulous in your observations and reporting? Does the thought of being part of a massive environmental remediation project get you fired up? If you answered yes, this might be the role for you! Our Port Hope location is looking for an Operations Technician to join the team. Apply today!

What will you be doing!

• Identifying operational problems and bringing them to the attention of the Operations Specialist.
• Providing guidance and working effectively with other Operations staff to ensure a smooth workflow.
• Assisting in the safe operation and maintenance of the Port Hope and Port Granby Waste Water Treatment Plants within the terms of the Waste Nuclear Substance Licenses and applicable CNL operating practices.
• Operating process equipment, including start-up, shutdown, valve manipulations and chemical sampling, as well as operating pumps, fans, compressors, hoists, lift trucks, overhead cranes, rig slings and lifting tackle when required.
• Preparing chemical solutions and performing routine laboratory analysis. Safe operation and maintenance of chemical handling equipment are also required.
• Troubleshooting operating faults quickly and accurately by implementing appropriate corrective action.
• Assisting and working with other technical staff performing tests, investigations, and special studies.
• Interfacing with the Design Consultants and Construction Contractors hired to engineer and build the waste management facilities to ensure they understand the operating requirements and that commissioning and turnover requirements are fully defined and systematically implemented.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• Education
• A diploma or certificate from a recognized institute of engineering technology OR applied sciences and 2-4 years of experience or its equivalent in experience, additional education and/or recognized training.
• Experience
• Mechanical and hands-on operational experience.
• Experience working in a highly regulated industry.
• Experience dealing with the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission or Environment Canada is an asset.
• Ability to read all types of technical drawings is strongly preferred.
• A valid "G" Class driver's license is required.
• Good knowledge of process engineering systems and the equipment (mechanical and electrical) typically encountered.
• Knowledge and first-hand experience operating water treatment systems, familiarity with normal and typical abnormal operating scenarios, and methods for troubleshooting operational breakdowns.
• Proven capability to effectively organize and assist in managing maintenance records, work permits, etc.
• Willingness to acquire new knowledge and skills to adapt to the changing operational requirements.
• Possess initiative, good judgement, the ability to work effectively as part of a team, and a positive attitude.
• Must understand and follow emergency procedures and safe work practices to complete work safely, efficiently and effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Project).
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required
• Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.”
  

Working Conditions

• Moderate to high levels of physical activity may be required at times.
• Field work during all weather conditions.
• Personal protective equipment and dosimetry is required.
  
  

Why CNL?

Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

We Offer a Complete Total Rewards Package

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• Benefits effective day one, that’s right, no waiting period;
• Tuition support
• and a pension!
  
  

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.
  
  

Location:

CNL's Historic Waste Program Management Office is in Port Hope, Ontario's beautiful and historic community. Roughly 100 km east of Toronto, it is still close enough to the “Big City” without all the hassle of being in the “Big City.” As a leader in environmental remediation at nuclear and radiologically contaminated sites, CNL is implementing the Port Hope Area Initiative on behalf of Atomic Energy of Canada Limited. The cleanup of historic Low-Level Radioactive Waste by CNL in Port Hope and Port Granby in Ontario demonstrates Canada’s commitment to the safe, long-term storage and management of nuclear waste.

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders, and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Please read here for more on our DE&I Commitment.

CNL also supports a workplace environment and corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. These values encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects, including accommodations for all employees.

CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received regarding accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

CNL respectfully acknowledges that the Historic Waste Program Management Office and the Port Hope Area Initiative projects are situated on the treaty lands of the Williams Treaties First Nations, specifically the Gunshot Treaty signed with the Mississauga First Nations of Alderville, Curve Lake, Hiawatha and Scugog Island.