Operations Technician

at  Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Do you want to work in an environment where you will be responsible for the safe and effective operation of all Nuclear and Non-Nuclear Buildings and Systems? Intrigued? We are looking for an Operations Technician; in this role, you 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 provide 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 the identification and planning of 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 maintaining 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.

LOCATION:

CNL ’s Whiteshell is located in the beautiful and historic municipality of Pinawa, Manitoba, roughly an hour by car from Winnipeg, MB. Pinawa is an excellent choice for people looking for peace and tranquillity and those who love the outdoors.
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 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.

• 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 the identification and planning of 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 maintaining 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