Operations Technician

Are you looking for a role where you will be working in an environment where you will be responsible for the safe and effective operation of all Nuclear and Non-Nuclear Buildings and Systems? The Operations Technician will operate facilities, systems, and equipment, oversee routine preventive maintenance, and complete or assist with emergency repairs as necessary. Can you see yourself ensuring building systems are operated and properly maintained in compliance with applicable regulations and providing a safe work environment for personnel working on the Whiteshell (WL) Site? If you answered yes, then this may be the job for you!

What will you be doing!

• Operating systems and equipment, overseeing routine preventive maintenance of equipment, providing site utility services, analyzing water samples and providing treatment according to established programs.
• Completing emergency or running repairs as necessary or assisting with same.
• Recognizing trouble symptoms associated with equipment failure and taking mitigating action as necessary.
• Maintaining familiarity with site operations, utilities, pump house, fire water distribution, water treatment plant, domestic water distribution, domestic sewage collection and treatment, mechanical/electrical data, and drawings.
• Ensuring Site Operations equipment or systems to be worked on by other personnel (decommissioning, maintenance, etc.) are safely de-energized and isolated in accordance with the CNL Lock Out Tag Out procedure.
• Contributing to identifying and planning necessary maintenance work for Nuclear and Non-Nuclear Operations equipment and buildings.
• Authorizing work permits providing oversight of work conducted under the CNL Work Permit system within the Nuclear and Non- Nuclear buildings and Site Operations services and equipment.
• Ensuring work is done safely in compliance within the applicable regulations and company procedures.
• Maintaining close communication with co-workers and with the Senior Operations Technician.
• Contributing to the writing and maintenance of high quality documents and records describing building operations, maintenance and unplanned events.
• Conducting and recording the basic operating routines pertaining to equipment inspection and log entry requirements.
• Providing support as required to oversee work conducted within the Nuclear and Non-nuclear Facilities.
• Conducting pre- and post- job briefs around work permit authorization, job site walk downs and inspections, system de-energization, and isolation.
• Preparing, reviewing, and revising Operating Procedures or Instructions for non-nuclear systems and processes.
• Maintaining confidentiality in all matters.
  
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.
  

What we are looking for:

• Education
  • Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent.
  • Relevant technician / technologist diploma from a recognized college and/or having two (2) to three (3) years' of experience relevant to process operations preferred.
  • Valid Class 5 Driver's License.
• Experience
  • Good working knowledge of Building operations, Water Treatment & Distribution, Waste Water Collection & Treatment, Electrical distribution.
  • Skill and familiarity with computer software packages such as Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Must possess or be willing to obtain a working knowledge of the following CNL support / compliance programs as they relate to process and building operations: Radiation Protection; Environmental Protection, Occupational Health and Safety, Security, and Emergency Preparedness.
  • Ability to function in a regulated work environment involving stringent protection and industrial safety rules and measures.
  • Good mechanical aptitude and the ability to diagnose and troubleshoot problems with process equipment and systems is essential.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and produce legible records of measurements or other observations.
  • Demonstrated solid interpersonal skills, as well as good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must possess mature work ethics and be able to work with minimal supervision, as well as working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Initiative and judgement to organize and maintain flow of work and accuracy of records.
  • Must be punctual, dependable and safety-minded.
  • Detail oriented with the ability to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to understand detailed information is essential.
  • Ability to adapt to a changing environment and response with initiative.
  • Applicant must obtain an RP Group 4 status and successfully demonstrate the ability to perform the assigned work activities.
• 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:

• Must possess normal physical agility necessary to perform all aspects of the work that involves bending, lifting and mobility.
• Must be capable of wearing and working in protective clothing and using equipment as required. Job periodically involves working in Category 4 Arc Flash Suit.
• Must be able to work outdoors in a variety of temperatures ranging from +30 to -40 C.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Will involve hard, physical work in hot or dirty conditions.
• Will involve a lot of walking and stair climbing. Often involves work in high noise areas.
• Environment demands high vigilance to alarms, lights, and signals as a safety requirement.
  
• We have a compressed work week, which consists of a four-day work week and ten hours a day - starting at 6 am.
  

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;
• A pension;
• A compressed workweek allows you to work hard and enjoy more time with your family and friends. Work-life balance is an integral part of our overall health and well-being, and at CNL, we value this!

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 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 recognizes and acknowledges that the Whiteshell Site is located within the traditional territory of many Indigenous Nations, including those within Treaty 1, 3, and 5, and the homeland of the Red River Métis. CNL is thankful to have the opportunity to work on these traditionally and culturally significant lands and waterways.

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