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.

Visit our website to learn more:  www.kinectrics.com

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.

Accountabilities: How You Will Make an Impact

• Perform all duties in a safe manner in compliance with Kinectrics policies and procedures
• Consult on and assist with the design, fabrication, and maintenance of lab-scale equipment and associated instrumentation
• Participate in investigations and technical studies for customers in multiple areas
• Work as a laboratory technician, building test set-ups, conducting tests, servicing equipment, and troubleshooting
• Perform operations in either the conventional laboratory, radiation laboratory, or at client sites under guidance from experienced staff
• Prepare routine technical reports
• Prepare, review, and update Technical Work Instructions/Procedures
• Maintain quality records
• Ensure customer satisfaction by following good safety and quality practices in all aspects of work performed
• Provide maintenance and technician support for other work groups
• Perform other duties as required

What You Need to Succeed

• High school or equivalent plus additional training (apprenticeship, college, or university) in electrical, chemical, mechanical, materials, or process technology
• A minimum of 3 years of industry experience
• Proficient with AutoCAD or equivalent
• 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
• Must have a strong attention to details and a quality focus
• An understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and safety best practices
• An electrical ticket would be considered an asset
• Experience with instrumentation and vacuum systems would be an asset
• Knowledge of radioactive materials handling would be an asset
• Proficiency with PLC logic and programming would be an asset

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.