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BWXT has recently announced some exciting partnerships that will mean significant growth for our skilled trades workforce, predominantly in the Welding trade. More information can be found in this press release: https://investors.bwxt.com/news-releases/news-release-details/bwxt-awarded-historic-manufacturing-contracts-support-pickering We are exploring all recruitment possibilities in terms of skilled trade markets within Canada and think that we might be a good fit for some affected employees. For example, at Algoma Steel, they have a Fitter Welder role that outlines a requirement for a 6G ticket, which would be relevant for our RT/UT Welder roles. To get an idea of the types of roles we are looking to fill, I’ve attached some job descriptions here. In addition, all of our current opportunities can be found online at www.bwxt.com/careers but we currently have a strong focus on the following: Robotic Equipment Operators: https://careers.bwxt.com/job/Cambridge-Robotic-Equipment-Operator-ON/1276531400/ Welders: https://careers.bwxt.com/job/Cambridge-RT-UT-Welder-Fitter-(nuclear-industry)-ON/1293362300/ Current rates of pay: Position Current Rate of Pay (Fully Qualified) RT/UT Welder $41.33 per hour Robotic Equipment Operator (Welding) $43.63 per hour Maintenance Millwright $47.15 per hour Maintenance Technicians $49.53 per hour In addition to a great team-oriented culture, at BWXT, we offer: · High-paying, steady work in a fast-growing, essential industry · Opportunities for career advancement · Purposeful jobs that help to create our clean energy future.