Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities, and racialized persons*.The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.City : MississaugaOrganizational Unit : Real Property Planning and ManagementClassification : PLA-3Tenure : ContinuingLanguage Requirements : EnglishWork arrangements : Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full‑time physical presence at the NRC work location identified.RoleWe are looking for a Plant Assistant to support our Real Property Planning and Management Branch. The successful candidate would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.This position will appeal to someone who enjoys working in an autonomous environment with constantly changing priorities and current challenges daily. The successful incumbent should be someone who is open to learning and can provide their own input and ideas to benefit the workplace.The successful candidate will provide assistance to staff in electrical, plumbing, A/C refrigeration and machining/millwright trades and perform a variety of maintenance activities including but not limited to troubleshooting, providing assistance in servicing a multitude of mechanical systems and or equipment such as pumps, fans, compressors, motors, HVAC equipment, filter changes, etc.Installing/removing/inspecting fire extinguishers and safety equipmentCleaning parts and equipmentDoor repairsReplacing ceiling tilesRepairing tools and assorted equipment from the tool cribPerforming routine tasks to maintain and keep the NRC facilities looking well‑kept and presentableThe Plant Assistant must have good communication and computer skills in order to write short reports and work from manuals, drawings, and/or sketches.Screening CriteriaEducationSecondary School Diploma according to provincial standards.Assets:Confined Space certificationFall Arrest certificationStandard First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificationWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)



and Workplace Violence trainingSafe Use and Storage of Hazardous Materials trainingWorking at Heights trainingExperienceExperience working in an industrial or commercial maintenance environmentExperience maintaining and troubleshooting equipment which may include but not limited to: hand tools, power tools, fan coil units, air handling units, exhaust fans, building automation system, building equipment and vehiclesExperience working with PPE safety equipment and workplace safety proceduresExperience handling hazardous and chemical productsExperience working at heightsExperience operating lifts and other heavy equipment or vehicles (ex. Scissor or man lifts)Assets:Experience maintaining and repairing site infrastructureExperience completing daily log entries for records‑keeping and maintaining various reportsExperience accepting and moving deliveriesExperience providing assistance to trades staff in electrical, plumbing, A/C refrigeration, machining/millwright and performing a variety of maintenance activitiesExperience operating skid steers, a forklift, a snowplow and snow removal equipmentCondition of EmploymentMust be able to possess and retain the physical capabilities to perform the position which include but may not be limited to: crouching, bending, twisting, walking, climbing stairs & ladders, ability to hear to diagnose mechanical troubles, and the ability to handle heavy and bulky objectsMust be able to obtain and retain a valid Ontario class G driver’s licenseReliability Status: For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is requiredLanguage RequirementsEnglishAssessment CriteriaTechnical CompetenciesKnowledge of hand tools and power toolsSolid knowledge of policies and safety standards,



codes and Occupational Health & Safety regulations and legislationAbility to maintain and troubleshoot equipment which includes: compressors, pumps, fan coil units, air handling units, exhaust fans, building automation system, and building equipment, etc.Knowledge of basic safe operating practices related to machinery and equipmentAbility to perform a wide variety of maintenance related duties pertaining to buildings, industrial equipment and vehiclesAbility to read and interpret drawings and/or sketchesBehavioural CompetenciesTechnology support - Client focus (Level 2)Technology support - Communication (Level 2)Technology support - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 2)Technology support - Results orientation (Level 2)Technology support - Teamwork (Level 2)Competency Profile(s)Technology SupportCompensationFrom $59,295 to $63,437 per annum.BenefitsNRC employees enjoy a wide range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well‑being throughout your career and beyond.NotesIn 2025, the NRC was chosen as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, a National Capital Region Top Employer and Forbes Canada’s Best Employer.Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.Willing and able to work occasional overtime, including nights, weekends and statutory holidays.Willingness to work at heights.Willingness to work in an environment that may include exposure to chemicals, dirt, noise, noxious odors, hazardous equipment, extreme temperatures and/or working in awkward conditions.A pre‑qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.Closing Date10 June 2026 - 23:59 Eastern Time#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Plant Assistant - C$59,295 - C$63,437 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 NRC
📍 Winnipeg