Plant Assistant

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.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

City: Ottawa

Organizational Unit: Real Property Planning and Management

Classification: PLA-3

Tenure: Continuing

Language Requirements: English

Work arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the at the NRC work location identified.

Note: The intent of this hiring process is to staff two (2) positions.

Anything is possible at the NRC, named in 2026 one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!

As Canada’s largest research and innovation organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey.

From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

We are looking for a Plant Assistant to support our Real Property Planning and Management Branch. The incumbent 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 new 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 performs a variety of maintenance activities including but not limited to, troubleshooting, providing assistance in servicing for a multitude of mechanical systems and or equipment such as pumps, fans, compressors, motors, HVAC equipment, filter changes, etc.

In addition, the Plant Assistant will also undertake other related duties as needed, such as but not limited to:

• installing/removing/inspecting fire extinguishers and safety equipment;
• cleaning parts and equipment;
• door repairs;
• replacing ceiling tiles;
• repairing tools and assorted equipment from tool crib;
• performing routine tasks to maintain and keep the NRC facilities looking well‑kept and presentable.

The Plant Assistant must have good communication and computer skills in order to write short reports and work from manuals, drawings and/or sketches.

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Secondary School Diploma according to provincial standards.

The following elements would be considered assets:

• Confined Space certification.
• Fall Arrest certification.
• Standard First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and Workplace…