Our Chalk River location is looking for a Nuclear Operator Trainee to support work within the Universal Cells Facility for our Licensed Nuclear Facilities department. Can you see yourself in a role where you will be trained to operate facility systems and use remote manipulators for handling of radioactive materials? If so, apply today!
What will you be doing!
- Remotely handling of radioactive materials in a shielded hot cell environment.
- Operating overhead cranes and hoists.
- Operating facility systems, recording, and monitoring readings.
- Responding to alarms and upset conditions.
- Other duties as assigned by your manager.
What we are looking for:
- Education
- Successful completion of secondary school (Grade 12) advanced level with four (4) Academic Credits in Math, Chemistry, Physics and English or the equivalent in education and/or experience.
- A technical diploma is an asset.
- Experience
- Direct experience in operations or an industrial work environment is an asset.
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to wear PPE&C; in particular, wearing a respirator will be required for some aspects of the job.
- Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member.
- Must possess sound judgement and communication skills (oral and written).
- Ability to perform under stress when confronted with emergencies or unusual or hazardous conditions.
- General knowledge of process, mechanical, and electrical system operations, as well as maintenance practices.
- Security Clearance Eligibility Required
- Level 2 Secret requires a minimum of 7 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:
- Manual dexterity and depth perception are required to perform remote handling of radioactive materials.
- Must be able to use a respirator.
- Frequent monitoring is necessary; security checkpoints are part of daily routine.
- A daily commute by foot from the parking lot to the work area is required.
- Work in moderate radiation hazard environments where personal protective equipment is required.
- As a safety requirement, the environment demands high vigilance to alarms, lights, and signals.
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 Chalk River laboratory is nestled in the Ottawa Valley and affords our employees an area that is environmentally pristine with extensive forests, hills and numerous small lakes, all of which support a variety of wildlife typical to the southern edge of the Canadian Shield. Many surrounding towns, such as Pembroke, Petawawa and Deep River, provide unparalleled outdoor adventures at your doorstep!
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. Read here further on our DE&I Commitment.
CNL also supports a workplace environment and a corporate culture that is built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity and Excellence which encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects inclusive of 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 in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.
The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.
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