Environmental Technologist

Are you looking for a role that will challenge you and let you contribute directly to environmental research? Do you enjoy collecting, processing, and analyzing environmental samples in both field and laboratory settings? Does the idea of performing technical work that supports groundwater and hydrogeology research excite you? If so, our team is seeking an Environmental Technologist who can support analyses involving both radiological and non‑radiological parameters—apply today!

What you will be doing!

• Performing environmental laboratory work to characterize solid and aqueous samples for contaminant hydrogeology and groundwater remediation projects:
  • Conducting experiments and generating data with minimal supervision.
  • Processing and analyzing samples for parameters such as pH, Eh, and conductivity.
  • Carrying out radiological processing and analyzing environmental samples for carbon‑14, tritium, alpha, beta, gamma, and other required radiological parameters.
• Performing environmental fieldwork in support of various programs:
  • Collecting environmental samples for radiological and non‑radiological analyses.
  • Conducting sampling to support monitoring of Chalk River Laboratories (CRL’s) groundwater treatment systems.
  • Operating and maintaining field equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintaining laboratory and field records:
  • Keeping accurate, neat, and detailed laboratory and field notes.
  • Maintaining quality assurance & control (QA/QC) records in accordance with established procedures.
  • Managing laboratory records by updating and creating spreadsheets/databases, and preparing graphs, figures, and tables.
• Supporting communication and training:
  • Contributing to written reports and memorandums summarizing research findings.
  • Mentoring junior technologists and co‑op students.
  • Collaborating with technologists and scientists across the branch and organization, building and fostering strong working relationships.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.
  

What we are looking for:

• Education
  • Graduation from a recognized institute of advanced technology, or equivalent formal education, in a field relevant to the position (e.g., Environmental Technology, Applied Geosciences)
  • Higher post-secondary education (e.g. Bachelor of Science in Environmental Geoscience, Geology) would be an asset.
• Experience
  • A minimum of 2 - 3 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Proven skills in environmental fieldwork and environmental sample collection.
  • Knowledge of field and laboratory analyses of sediment and water samples for environmental parameters.
  • Proven laboratory skills, including chemical preparation and analyses.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to safe environmental laboratory and fieldwork practices.
  • Excellent communication skills and a strong attention to detail, particularly in keeping records of field and laboratory data, and data QA/QC.
  • Expertise in non-radiological chemical analysis and routine chemical laboratory methods such as pH, ORP, and conductivity measurements, titrations, use of analytical balances, etc.
  • Ability and willingness to perform field work in outdoor settings year-round, on-site and across Canada.
  • Ability to wear site-specific personal protective equipment such as a hard hat, steel-toed boots, respirator and hearing protection as needed.
  • A valid Class G Driver’s License.
  • Knowledge of the nuclear industry and radiation protection is considered an asset.
  • Knowledge of groundwater treatment systems would be an asset.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required
  • Reliability Status, 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:

• Working schedule: Five (5) days per week, seven and a half (7.5) hours per day for a thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hour work week.
• This position is part of the USW 1568 Union and is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in their Collective Agreement. As a member of this bargaining unit, you’ll benefit from clear expectations around hours of work, wages, vacation, and other conditions that support a fair and consistent working environment.
• Outdoor work will be required under varying weather conditions and could involve moderate to high physical effort.
• This position involves office, laboratory and field work.
  

Why CNL?

Does the idea of working with a dynamic team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world excite you? At CNL, we’re reinventing ourselves to be industry leaders—pioneering solutions to the problems that matter most.

From building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy technologies, to developing targeted cancer treatments, to continuing our global leadership in environmental remediation—we are driven by impact, innovation, and purpose.

What We Offer: A Total Rewards Package

We believe in taking care of our people. Here’s what you can expect as part of our team:

• Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and floater days
• Benefits effective Day One – no waiting period
• Tuition support to help you keep learning and growing
• A defined-benefit pension plan or a defined-contribution pension plan, depending on your employee group, to support your long‑term financial security

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Delivering clean energy for today and tomorrow
• Restoring and protecting the environment
• Contributing to the health of Canadians

If so, you’ll feel right at home at CNL!

Location: Onsite

Located in the heart of the Ottawa Valley, our Chalk River site offers a beautiful natural setting with forests, lakes, and wildlife, right at your doorstep. Surrounded by welcoming communities such as Deep River, Petawawa, and Pembroke, you’ll have access to unparalleled outdoor adventures and a fantastic work-life balance.

Please note: This is a fully on-site position based at our Chalk River Laboratory in Ontario.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

At CNL, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome employees, stakeholders, and partners of all backgrounds and identities. Click here to read all about it!

We are proud to uphold a workplace culture grounded in our Core Values:

• Respect
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Safety
• Integrity
• Excellence

These values drive our employment practices and ensure meaningful career development opportunities and accommodations for all employees.

CNL is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during any phase of the hiring process, please let us know via [email protected]. All requests will be handled with confidentiality.

CNL operates on sites located on the traditional lands, waterways and ceded and unceded territories of Indigenous peoples. CNL recognizes and affirms all First Nations, Métis communities and Inuit in this land we now know as Canada. We acknowledge, respect and seek to better understand Indigenous history, rights and title on the lands where we work and develop projects. We honour and respect the importance of the relationship between Indigenous peoples and their lands, waters and territories.