Caretaker b/l

The Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ontario Provincial Police, and the Regional Commander, East Region are seeking a qualified individual to join the Hawkesbury Detachment. In this exciting, rewarding and challenging opportunity, you will provide cleaning and maintenance services for grounds, interior and exterior of buildings and vehicles, and arranging for building and vehicle repairs. You will also perform basic repairs and maintenance of operating systems, furniture and equipment.

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.

Hawkesbury Detachment is located in the United Counties of Prescott and Russell and has the responsibility of policing Prescott County. It is situated in eastern Ontario bordered by the Province of Quebec on the north and east. The resident population of the county is approximately 34,000; residency is divided between rural and 12 villages and towns. The largest of which is the Town of Hawkesbury which has a permanent residency rate of just over 10,000.

Hawkesbury is also unique in that it is home to the only bridge linking Ontario and Québec between Montreal and Ottawa making it a social and service hub for many communities in Québec.

The following five municipalities form the County of Prescott:

• Alfred-Plantagenet
• Champlain
• East Hawkesbury
• Town of Hawkesbury
• The Nation

This position is located at the Hawkesbury Detachment and is for 40 hours per week Monday to Friday. This is a bilingual position.

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?To provide cleaning and maintenance services for grounds, interior and exterior of buildings and vehicles, and arranging for building and vehicle repairs. To perform basic repairs and maintenance of operating systems, furniture and equipment.

How do I qualify?Mandatory• Ability to pass an OPP background/ security investigation.
• Valid class G driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:• Ability to determine repair needs and mechanical problems in building, its operating systems, furniture and equipment and ascertains whether or not an external contractor is required to resolve problem.
• Understanding of building operations and mechanical systems (heating, cooling, water, alarm systems, electrical) in order to identify and arrange servicing and repairs by technical personnel.
• Knowledge of and skill in general cleaning techniques to ensure quality and efficiency. Knowledge of relevant sections of WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety Act that pertain to handling and storage of toxic chemical solutions such as solvents and cleansing agents, and safety in use of equipment.
• Knowledge of and skill in proper cleaning techniques for bodily substances (blood, vomit, urine, feces) located in cells and police vehicles.
• Knowledge of and skill in operating cleaning equipment (rug shampooer, floor polisher, power washer). Knowledge of maintenance of grounds keeping equipment and their operation (snow-blowers, lawnmowers, etc.).
• Basic computer skills to utilize programs such as Microsoft Outlook and Word. Arithmetic skills to calculate and estimate repair costs and check invoices and billings for accuracy. Written communication skills to complete requisitions for equipment/supplies and maintenance materials.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance guidelines in arranging vehicle maintenance and servicing. Communication skills to contact various dealerships to schedule appointments, relay vehicle problems, and arrange for delivery and pick-up of vehicles sent for repair.
• Interpersonal skills to schedule and coordinate work performed by external contractors and to greet and provide/exchange information with the public and relay messages to staff while covering for receptionists in certain detachments.

Additional Information:Ensure that you read the job description to make sure you understand this job. Even if you don't meet every requirement in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.

Application Instructions:Resume / cover letter must be received no later than 11:59 pm on the closing date. Submit quoting WIN ID # (if applicable) and file # 24-180 showing how your qualifications, training and experience relate to the position to: S/Sgt Jocelyn Lessard.

Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

Email: jocelyn.lessard@opp.ca

The 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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