Kinectrics takes pride in being consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the energy and utility industry, where purpose and people mean as much as innovation and growth. That’s why we choose only the best and brightest to join us. To keep pace with Canada’s expanding energy and utility sector, Kinectrics has grown from a company of 300 to over 1,000 in only the last few years - and we aren’t looking to slow down. Join our diverse, supportive workplace for a rewarding career in the electricity industry.

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The Opportunity

Position: RMCS Testing Technician

Employment Type: Permanent

Employment Level: Entry

Location: 800 Kipling Avenue, Toronto, ON

Department: Radioactive Materials & Chemistry Services (RMC)

Reports to: SLL, Nuclear Waste and Chemistry Services

Hours per week: 40

What We Offer

At Kinectrics, employees are recognized for their knowledge, experience, and contributions while working in a highly technical and challenging environment. Kinectrics puts you in the driver’s seat of your own career, setting you up alongside industry experts who will help you develop the skills essential to your professional growth in a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and rewarding work culture.

• Purpose: The work we do each day helps communities around the world. Find satisfaction in work that really matters, working alongside and as part of the best and brightest in the industry.
• Growth: To keep pace with Canada’s expanding energy and utility sector, we are growing more each day, which means more opportunities for you. We encourage our employees to grow alongside our company thanks to a number of significant training and personal development opportunities.
• Innovation: Our staff proudly develop innovations that push the industry forward.
• Diversity: The company is dedicated to promoting diversity in its workforce, up to and including the senior management level. Our diversity committee ensures we stay up to date on leading trends and best practices, creating a desirable workspace for each and every one of our employees.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive total compensation package unmatched by most industries throughout North America.

We are seeking a technically skilled and detail-oriented technical specialist to support the Radioactive Materials and Chemistry Services (RMC) Project Consulting team in both routine testing activities and the design, construction, and operation of custom systems for specialized investigations and customer applications.

Projects frequently involve radioactive materials, fluid flow, chemical processes, compressed gases, high- and low- vacuum systems, and specialized instrumentation/electronics. The successful candidate will bring strong mechanical aptitude, scientific curiosity, and a high level of precision to both routine, procedure-driven testing and the development of custom solutions.

Accountabilities: How You Will Make an Impact

• Perform all duties in a safe manner in compliance with Kinectrics’ policies and procedures.
• Provide hands-on technical support for investigative studies, routine testing campaigns, and customer-driven projects.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to translate experimental concepts into functional lab or field setups.
• Design and build custom systems that may involve components related to chemical processes, fluid flow/pumps, gas handling, electrical connections, and measurement/instrumentation.
• Assemble and troubleshoot experimental systems, including mechanical components, tubing, instrumentation, and fittings.
• Design and draft 2D CAD drawings for components and assemblies suitable for fabrication.
• Perform small-scale electrical tasks such as wiring sensors or components, terminating connectors, or completing basic soldering work.
• Operate and oversee laboratory equipment and test systems with a high degree of safety, accuracy, and procedural compliance.
• Perform routine laboratory analyses and testing in accordance with established procedures, including accurate recording and documentation of results.
• Support the design and construction of high-vacuum systems, including the use of turbomolecular pumps and VCR fittings.
• Work with compressed gas systems, including regulator and flow path setup, leak checking, and instrumentation.
• Assist with maintaining laboratory equipment and infrastructure, making practical, hands-on improvements where needed.
• Maintain technical documentation and quality records, and contribute to the development of work procedures.
• Perform other duties as required

What You Need to Succeed

• High school or equivalent plus additional training (apprenticeship, college, or university) in, chemical, mechanical, electrical, materials, or process technology.
• A minimum of 3 years of industry experience.
• Ability to follow detailed technical procedures and perform routine analyses with consistency and accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly in procedural compliance and data recording.
• Proficiency with 2D CAD tools (AutoCAD or similar) for drawing and layout of test setups and fabricated components.
• Demonstrated experience with mechanical assembly and instrumentation, including tubing systems, valves, pumps, gauges, and fittings (e.g., Swagelok, VCR).
• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation for measuring air/gas flow, pressure, vacuum levels, and humidity.
• Experience working with compressed gas systems in a lab or industrial environment.
• Comfortable performing basic electrical work such as sensor wiring, cable routing, or soldering small components.
• Basic Microsoft Office computer skills.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• A demonstrated ability to work in a variety of technical areas and work independently or in a team environment.
• An understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and safety best practices.

Assets (Preferred but not required)

• Experience working with radioactive materials or in radiation-controlled environments.
• Familiarity with high-vacuum systems and associated components (e.g., turbo pumps, vacuum gauges, leak detection).
• Exposure to glovebox work or tritium systems.
• Light fabrication or machine shop experience.

Kinectrics welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.