Tractor Trailer

The Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ontario Provincial Police, and the Fleet, Supply & Weapons Services Bureau is seeking a Tractor Trailer and Bus Driver to join our Garage Operations team. In this exciting, rewarding and challenging opportunity, you will operate tractor-trailer vehicles and various other garage vehicles to transport vehicles, staff, mail, and supplies.

About Us:

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is one of North America's largest deployed police services with more than 5,800 uniformed officers, 2,400 civilian employees and 830 Auxiliary officers. We provide essential services that ensure the safety and security of the people of the Province of Ontario. The OPP is a division of the Ministry of the Solicitor General, the largest operational ministry in the province with a presence in every community across Ontario. We are the largest police service in Ontario and the second largest in Canada.

Garage Operations is responsible for the equipping and decommissioning of every vehicle in the OPP fleet. A Garage Operations General Manager, who reports directly to the Deputy Director, Fleet, Supply & Weapons Services Bureau, heads the section. The General Manager is responsible for the overall operation of the garage and staff.

The OPP Values promote always doing the right things for the right reasons, by:
• Serving with PRIDE, PROFESSIONALISM and HONOUR.
• Interacting with RESPECT, COMPASSION and FAIRNESS.
• Leading with INTEGRITY, HONESTY and COURAGE.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?You will operate tractor-trailer vehicles and various other garage vehicles to transport vehicles, staff, mail, and supplies. To perform minor motor vehicle maintenance and various garage and fleet maintenance duties.

How do I qualify?Mandatory• Ability to pass an OPP background/ security investigation.
• Must possess a valid Ontario Class A and C Drivers' Licence with air brake endorsement.
• Ability to obtain an Equipment Operator's permit to operate a reach truck (Forklift).
• Ability to pass certification of Dangerous Goods Handling and WHMIS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities• Knowledge of routine preventative maintenance requirements and techniques to ensure the safe operation of vehicles.
• Knowledge of towing trailers & hook ups and securing loads including cars, motorcycles, boats and to properly stow and load materials onto trucks and trailers.
• Knowledge of record keeping processes and requirements to track the usage and maintenance of vehicles and timely/accurate driving log book entries. usage of electronic logging device application.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate communication devices safely while transporting vehicles.
• Knowledge of carrying out transportation duties and ability to determine alternate routes.
• Knowledge of and training in WHMIS and handling dangerous goods to safely deliver items and dispose of waste.
• Oral and written communication skills. Courteous interpersonal skills.
• Reasoning, problem-solving and evaluative skills. Planning and coordination is required to accommodate passengers for drop-off and in scheduling routine maintenance to ensure it does not conflict with delivery schedules.
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every requirement in this job posting.

Resume / cover letter must be received no later than 11:59 pm on 10-Jun-2024. Submit quoting WIN ID # (if applicable) and file # 24-131 showing how your qualifications, training and experience relate to the position to: Kai-Hendrik Grundt - Garage c/o Sandra Carter.

Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

Email: sandra.e.carter@opp.ca

The Ontario Provincial PoliceThe Ontario Provincial Police is dedicated to ensuring open, accessible, equitable and respectful workplaces, and is committed to reflecting the diverse communities it serves. We encourage applications from members of diverse communities, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, women, persons from racialized groups, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, those who are able to speak fluently in another language(s), and anyone committed to a rewarding career in public service. The Ontario Provincial Police is an equal opportunity employer and accommodations will be provided in all stages of our hiring processes, as necessary. If you require accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact the hiring manager.

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