Decontamination Worker

Benefits
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Paid time off
 
Full job description
Do you want to work in an environment where you will be responsible for implementing contamination control techniques? If so, our Whiteshell Laboratories (WL) location is looking for a Decontamination Worker to decontaminate contaminated areas and equipment, perform contamination control activities, and assist with facility compliance in support of the WL Radiation Protection program. Apply today!

What will you be doing!

Assisting cleaning and decontaminating areas, buildings, equipment and materials of radioactive contamination through application of either routine or specialized cleaning procedures.
Providing a decontamination service when hazardous contamination levels are suspected or known to exist to support ongoing operational and decommissioning activities.
Assisting fellow RP staff and facility management with the implementation of contamination control techniques to ensure safe working conditions.
Assisting other employees with entry/exit protocols associated with working in radiologically contaminated areas.
Packaging and handling active and non-active hazardous waste materials in accordance with radiation protection procedures.
Ensuring facility compliance to support the Whiteshell Radiation Protection Program.
Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

Education
Grade 12 education or equivalent is required.
Radiation Protection Group 3 and/or Group 2 qualification, or be willing to complete on-site training and qualification.
Experience
Two (2) years’ experience working in a radioactive environment is an asset.
Experience working with established practices and procedures for radiological and industrial safety is an asset.
Decontamination or janitorial work experience is an asset.
Experience using Microsoft Office programs (Word, Outlook, and Excel).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Must be punctual, dependable, and safety-minded.
Must have the ability to adapt to a changing environment.
Ability to perform assigned tasks safely and efficiently.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
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:

We have a compressed work week, which consists of a four-day work week and ten hours a day, starting at 6 am.
Must have the physical agility and mobility necessary to perform all aspects of the work, which involves frequent climbing, bending and lifting.
Must be able to wear a respirator and Personal Protective Equipment & Clothing (PPE&C) in hot and cold environments to support decommissioning activities.
Working in an operational and decommissioning environment (i.e. laboratories, workshops, confined spaces, construction, and demolition areas).

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;
Pension and,
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 ’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.
Whiteshell Laboratories is situated on the traditional lands of Treaties 1 and 3, and near Treaty 5. This land is the home of the Anicinabe, Ojibway Anishinaabe and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We recognize that many other Indigenous Peoples across the region and Canada also consider this area their home.
CNL is deeply grateful for the opportunity to work on these lands and waterways, which hold significant cultural and historical importance. We acknowledge that this site was established without consultation with the Indigenous Peoples of this area. We recognize the ongoing impact of this and we are committed to understanding and respecting the unique Indigenous history, rights and title associated with this land.