Caretaker Rpt

The Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ontario Provincial Police, and the Commander of East Region is seeking a qualified individual to join our Lanark County Detachment. In this exciting, rewarding and challenging opportunity, you will provide cleaning and maintenance services for grounds, interior and exterior of buildings and vehicles, arrange for building and vehicle repairs, and 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.

The eight municipalities policed by the Lanark County Detachment are Mississippi Mills, Perth, Carleton Place and the townships of Beckwith, Montague, Drummond/North Elmsley, Tay Valley and Lanark Highlands.

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.
• Possess a valid Class G driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities• Knowledge of and skill in general cleaning techniques and in operating cleaning equipment. Knowledge of maintenance of grounds keeping equipment and their operation. Understanding of building operations and mechanical systems in order to identify and arrange servicing and repairs by technical personnel.
• 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, cleansing agents, biological hazards, and safety in use of equipment. Knowledge of emergency procedures regarding generators and fire alarms in order to ensure that equipment remains operational in emergencies and to aid emergency personnel. Knowledge of OPP and/or OPS guidelines and procedures.
• Basic computer skills and ability to utilize programs such as Microsoft outlook, word and attendance tracking programs.
• Oral and written communication and interpersonal skills in order to communicate effectively with officers and other personnel as well as when assisting with scheduling and coordinating work performed by external contractors.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance guidelines in arranging vehicle maintenance and servicing. Ability to perform basic vehicle maintenance checks and identify requirements before sending out for servicing. Ability to determine repair needs and mechanical problems in building, its operating systems, furniture and equipment and ascertain whether or not an external contractor is required to resolve problems.
• Ability to monitor and order necessary vehicle, cleaning and building supplies.
• Ability to make decisions regarding routine vehicle maintenance, modification to maintenance schedules, and in prioritizing schedule of activities to ensure that they are completed in a timely and efficient manner along with other daily responsibilities.

Additional Information:Interested applicants are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every requirement in this job posting.

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 # 24-176 showing how your qualifications, training and experience relate to the position to: Sgt. Dion Lougheed.

Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

Email: dion.lougheed@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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