Job Category: Trades
Location: Key Lake
Work Contract: Temp Full-Time (K3)
At Cameco we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Cameco stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Cameco is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers. We support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Cameco welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.
Key Lake, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world’s largest high-grade uranium mill. The uranium milled at Key Lake is used for nuclear fuel products, which utilities around the world rely on to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to energize a clean-air world.
Position and Responsibilities
This is a temporary 3-month contract. In this position you will be responsible for:
- Performing predictive and preventative maintenance checks on a regular basis to ensure safe and reliable production.
- Performing welding work on structures and equipment to stated specifications.
- Troubleshooting structure and equipment failures and documenting and performing repairs.
Education and Qualifications
Requirements of the position:
- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
- Valid Saskatchewan or inter-provincial journeyperson welder ticket.
- At least five years of industrial experience as a journeyperson.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft.
Assets:
Req ID #: 40342
Rate per hour: $60.63 / hour
Posted: September 19, 2024
Posting end date: October 10, 2024
Safety Sensitive Site.
This position is eligible for the employee referral bonus. You could earn $5,000 (less deductions) by referring the successful candidate.
Vacancies identified within a unionized work location will be governed by the respective collective bargaining agreement. In cases where a job opportunity exists, senior qualified employees shall be entitled to preference.
Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North.
The physical and psychological safety of our employee’s is a top priority at Cameco. We invite candidates to voluntarily disclose accommodation requirements, if contacted in relation to a job opportunity. Information received will be addressed confidentially and Cameco’s Workplace Inclusion and Accommodation Program document is available upon request. Successful candidates for all positions that will involve work at Safety Sensitive Sites or in Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. Marijuana remains in a user’s system for about 30 days, so applicants who recently used marijuana recreationally should not expect to pass a substance test.
Vacancies identified within a unionized work location will be governed by the respective collective bargaining agreement. In cases where a job opportunity exists, senior qualified employees shall be entitled to preference.
