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Mechanical Maintainer/Hoisting Engineer
Canadian Nuclear Laboratories
Canada · On-site Full-time 2w ago
About the role
I’m happy to help you put together a strong application for the Mechanical Maintainer/Hoisting Engineer position at CNL!
Below are a few ways I can assist:
| What you might need | How I can help |
|---|---|
| Tailored cover letter | Draft a concise, results‑focused cover letter that highlights your hoisting‑engineer training, safety mindset, and any relevant hands‑on experience (or transferable skills). |
| Resume/CV edit | Re‑format and rewrite your résumé to match the key qualifications CNL is looking for (certifications, Class G licence, safety‑meeting attendance, mentorship experience, etc.). |
| Interview prep | Provide a list of common interview questions for this role and suggested talking points, plus tips for discussing security‑clearance eligibility and union‑related expectations. |
| Application checklist | Summarise all required documents (e.g., apprenticeship certificate, Class G licence, security‑clearance proof, references) and any optional items that could make you stand out (e.g., safety‑training certificates, volunteer work). |
| Job‑specific bullet‑points | Create ready‑to‑copy bullet points for your résumé that mirror the language in the posting (e.g., “Performed routine maintenance on mobile cranes, ensuring 100 % compliance with CEC/CSA standards”). |
Just let me know which of the above (or anything else) you’d like to work on, and I’ll get started right away. If you already have a draft résumé or some notes you’d like me to refine, feel free to paste them here!
Requirements
- Secondary school graduation diploma and certificate of qualification as a Hoisting Engineer, typically acquired through the completion of the required 6000-hour apprenticeship.
- Must possess a Class G Vehicle License as per the Ministry of Transportation and Communication guidelines.
- Knowledge of hoisting and rigging equipment, such as forklifts, mobile cranes, and stair climbers, to lift and move heavy loads and weights as per customer requirements.
- Ability to perform routine maintenance on the machines, such as cleaning, greasing, oiling, and fueling and reporting the need for other repairs or scheduled maintenance.
- Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable programs and standards such as CEC, CSA and ULC codes.
- Written and verbal communication skills to be able to work in multi-trade groups and communicate with CNL staff across a broad range of disciplines.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Performing all hoisting and rigging operations using a variety of hoisting equipment, such as cranes, forklifts, etc.
- Performing routine maintenance.
- Maintaining good housekeeping practices of all work areas, tools and equipment.
- Adhering to provincial, federal and CNL regulations to provide a safe and efficient working environment.
- Attending monthly safety meetings.
- Assisting in the training, coaching and mentoring of apprentices and co-op students in safe workshop practices and procedures, including work planning, assisting and development of skills by demonstrating techniques.
- Monitoring, assessing and correcting work performance.
Benefits
paid time offvacationsick dayspersonal daysfloater dayshealth insurancetuition supportdefined-benefit pension plan
Skills
CSACECCNLforkliftshoisting equipmentIUOEmobile cranesrigging equipmentstair climbersULC
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