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JOB SUMMARY

Transit Operations provides safe, reliable and courteous transit services and excellence in customer service delivery to 100 million transit customers per year, by means of conventional bus, para transit and rail operations. The Transit Bus and Para Transit Operations team provides safe, reliable, efficient, effective, on time, courteous and cost-effective rapid transit service to a growing and diverse City of Ottawa. 

You operate City of Ottawa buses in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act and corporate policy. You also promote a customer service mindset when interacting with the general public and provide a safe, comfortable, efficient and reliable transportation service.

Bus Operators who temporarily work in the roles of Operator/Bilingual Sightseeing and Charter Sightseeing and Operator/Platform Instructor will be paid the appropriate rate or differential for the time that this work is performed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Grade 12.

Minimum of 5 years of driving experience with a clean driving record free of demerit points and including ideally a minimum 3 years of relevant customer service experience including direct contact with the public and dealing with a diverse population.

Public Urban transit experience is an asset

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• City of Ottawa landmarks and locations

Desirable Qualifications:

• Knowledge of transit fares and pass structure
• Knowledge of the Highway Traffic Act
• Knowledge of/experience using portable communications technologies, such as 2-way radio

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Able to adapt/react to changes in operating conditions/environment
• Able to operate in a highly diverse cultural community
• Attentive to detail and able to adhere to specific detailed procedures
• Persuasive and tactful with excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills
• Possess good written communication skills
• Basic understanding of and ability to use computers 
• Able to multi-task, solve problems and make decisions
• Able to remain calm in stressful situations
• Able to exercise sound judgement
• Able to work with minimum direct supervision and in a team environment 
• Ability to use a radio and microphone and to communicate effectively
• Ability to call out stops as per the CTA directive
• Ability to read and understand trip dockets
• Ability to operate a bus in high-density traffic in the downtown core
• Ability to react and deal with emergency situations as they arise
• Ability to talk to and assist passengers while safely operating a bus
• Able to project a positive and professional image at all times, through personal appearance and conduct
• Able to act independently
• Able to communicate clearly in writing, in person, and by using corporate communications technologies, such as 2-way radio, etc. 
• Able to deliver excellent customer service at all times and to deal with all situations in a professional manner by remaining calm and self-controlled when dealing with difficult situations, and co-operating with Transit Supervisors and other City of Ottawa personnel to meet customers’ transit needs
• Available and able to work overtime, and work a variety of scheduled shifts including split shifts, weekends, evenings and holidays, as per the collective agreement

Applicants must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job including, but not limited to, performing the following tasks, which are repetitive and constant during a normal shift as a Bus Operator:

• Ability to sit for long periods of time in the driver’s seat while wearing a seat belt
• Ability to bend, twist body and to manipulate controls independently or simultaneously at any given time, while wearing a seatbelt in the driver’s seat
• Ability to “reach over-head” with both arms to manipulate controls
• Constant twisting and neck rotation of different ranges to check mirrors, bus passes, etc.
• Ability to perform required MTO pre-trip inspection, which involves walking, bending, squatting, climbing, reaching, twisting body in many different positions
• Medium duty lifting while assisting customers with special needs
• Constant gripping, pulling and pushing to manipulate control (steering controls, control valves, etc.)
• Bending, stooping, crouching and twisting in order to keep stairway clear of ice and snow build-up
• Ability to manipulate dual foot controls independently or simultaneously at any given time
   

JOB SUMMARY

The mandate of the Fleet Safety & Training Branch is managing the City’s Fleet Safety program, including vehicle safety, driver behaviours, collision prevention, collision investigation and safe operation standards for the Corporation. The Branch is also responsible for maintaining the corporation’s Commercial Vehicle Operator Registration (CVOR) certification and ensuring ongoing compliance with all related provincial legislation.

You are responsible for providing a wide range of administrative duties required to support the Fleet Service Safety and Training (FSST) corresponding branch program.  Responsibilities include data and records management, communication, quality control, vehicle operator profile management, statistics and reporting, and general clerical duties including, coordinating and scheduling, continuous improvement, facilitating business processes and monitoring Fleet Services policy, procedure and program efficacies.
 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Grade 12.

A minimum of three (3) years experience working in a fleet safety, health and safety, training administration environment or related environment
 

KNOWLEDGE

• Organization and activities of Fleet Services
• Fleet Services Safety and Training policies, procedures and programs
• Maintains working knowledge of Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO), Highway Traffic Act (HTA), Commercial Vehicle Operator’s Registration (CVOR) and Driver Certification Program (DCP) requirements.
• Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO), Highway Traffic Act (HTA), Commercial Vehicle Operator’s Registration (CVOR) and Driver Certification Program (DCP) requirements.
• Vehicle pre- and post- trip inspection requirements
• Collision investigation, review and appeals processes
• Proficiency in spreadsheets and data management
• SAP, Risk Master, Fleet Management Information System (FMIS) including M5, Corporate Records Management System
• Corporate computer and software applications skills including MS365 applications such as SharePoint, Word, Excel, Planner, OneDrive
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers
   

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Accurately enters, retrieves and updates information from computerized systems
• Effectively communicate information to staff/public, both verbally and in written form
• Maintains strong interpersonal relations with internal and external
• Manipulates and analyzes data using spreadsheets (Excel)
• Work well in a team environment and with ongoing inter-branch contacts
• Displays good judgement and discretion
• Organizes work efficiently and able to handle several assignments simultaneously
• Works well under pressure
• Works independently and with a minimum of supervision
• Completes work assignments within deadlines
• Responds with a sense of urgency
   

JOB SUMMARY

Ottawa Public Library (OPL) provides accessible, innovative library and information services throughout the City of Ottawa, that meet the unique needs of diverse communities, delivered through a range of vehicles and reflecting a citizen-centred approach. The Public Service units are responsible for customer-centric public library activities, programs and services for the Library's 33 branches, mobile and digital services, to meet the needs of branches in their catchment area.

You are responsible for: providing information, reference and readers advisory services in the Library and/or the community and/or mini-libraries, nursing homes and other locations; providing circulation and page services in the Library and/or the community and/or mini-libraries, nursing homes and other locations; performing routine collection maintenance duties; and promoting Library services.

You may be the senior person in charge or exercise responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the library branch.

Work is performed within the context of the policies and framework of the Library corporate culture as embodied in the Mission Statement, Core Values, Customer Experience Guidelines and the Canadian Federation of Library Association position statements on Intellectual Freedom and Diversity and Inclusion, with particular emphasis on providing customer service excellence.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of 2-year college diploma in Library and Information Technician Program, or related field 

Minimum of 1 year of related experience.

KNOWLEDGE

• Adult/children’s literature in a variety of formats, readers’ advisory services, trends in reading, literacy, ESL collections and library programming.
• Reference resources in print, microform and electronic formats and of current developments in reference services.
• Electronic database and other bibliographic searching techniques.
• Principles of collection development and maintenance.
• Methods and techniques for sorting and shelving library materials according to alphabetical, Dewey Decimal or other prescribed sequence and procedures.
• Library circulation procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of multiple technology platforms (e.g. tablets, phones, e-readers, Android, Apple, Blackberry) as it relates to library offerings
• Methods and techniques of responding to inquiries and resolving patron complaints.
• Desktop applications, intranet and internet and keyboarding procedures, to the extent where it may be required to demonstrate such usage to colleagues or library patrons.
• General knowledge of library policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Use tact, discretion and confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Exercise effective judgement and independent decision-making capabilities.
• To carry out a range of circulation/page activities, including registration, collecting fees, and to respond effectively to a range of library service inquiries and resolve complaints.
• To perform routine clerical tasks.
• Minimum keyboard skills of 25 wpm.
• Data entry, retrieval and keyboarding skills including use of standard office equipment and operation of an IBM compatible computer in Microsoft windows.
• Ability to think quickly.
• Ability to learn on the job and apply learning to new technologies as required.
• Ability to create and design thematic displays.
• Ability to handle and account for cash and to prepare bank deposits.
• Perform multiple tasks concurrently.
• Customer service orientation, including the use of tact, discretion and confidentiality
• Ease of comfort with technology.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to deal with the public and handle problems as they arise.
• Flexibility, ability to adjust priorities.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member.
• Strongly committed to quality customer service.
• To perform routine manual tasks and maneuver book carts and lift boxes up to 40 pounds.

JOB SUMMARY

The mandate of Water Services is to provide treatment and distribution of a sustainable supply of high-quality drinking water and is committed to protecting the environment by collecting and treating wastewater for the health and prosperity of Ottawa. 

You are responsible for planned, unplanned and emergency inspection, testing, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and/or repair of electrical and electronic equipment within Water Services’ water treatment, supply and storage facilities (including the Water Purification Plants, pumping stations, reservoirs, elevated tanks, metering facilities and well treatment systems) or wastewater treatment and collection facilities (including wastewater treatment plant, pumping stations, odour control facilities, and regulators). 

These duties are carried out in an industrial, production and quality-focused environment and, as such, must be completed in consideration of, and in close coordination with, other skilled trade and maintenance staff in the Branch.

As a licensed water treatment, wastewater treatment and/or wastewater collection system operator, you are also responsible for operating various pieces of process equipment (in Drinking Water this spans water treatment, distribution and supply process equipment and in Wastewater this spans wastewater treatment and collection process equipment) and/or adjusting various water or wastewater treatment system process parameters, after prior consultation with and in close coordination with other licensed operating staff in the Branch.

Note this equipment includes, but is not limited to:  electrical power supply, distribution and generating equipment (up to 44kV), generators (up to 4.8MW), motors (up to 1.5MW), associated motor starter and control equipment, power cabling, transformers, standby, emergency and uninterruptable power systems, lighting systems, power control and lighting panels, electric actuators, electrical metering and monitoring systems, instrumentation and control equipment, and building services equipment. The equipment may or may not be energized, during the work, and is located in a variety of locations including chemical feed and storage areas, electrical equipment rooms, machine rooms, generator rooms, pump rooms, valve rooms and chambers, confined spaces, elevated tanks, above and below grade reservoirs, outdoor power substations, office areas, etc.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Industrial Electrician or Construction and Maintenance Electrician apprenticeship program of 9000 hours.  

Minimum of 5 years of experience as a licensed Industrial Electrician or Construction and Maintenance Electrician in a combination of both process-dependant industries and construction services including demonstrated experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of low, medium and high voltage electrical equipment and the installation, construction and commissioning of low, medium and high voltage electrical systems.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Canadian Electrical/Building/Fire Codes
• Ontario Electrical Safety Code
• Electrical Utility Safety Rules
• Hydro One Utility Work Protection Code
• Relevant Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change (MOECC) acts, regulations, standards and guidelines
• Relevant Ontario Ministry of the Labour (MOL) acts, regulations, standards and guidelines
• Branch, Departmental, Unit and Section roles and responsibilities
• Relevant City, Branch, Departmental, Unit and Section procedures, policies, manuals and processes
• City Purchasing Bylaw and policies, as related to authorized purchases and responsibilities
• CVOR Vehicle Requirements as identified by the Province
• Ontario Traffic Manual - Book 7 as it applies for traffic control plans as regulated by the Ministry of Transportation (e.g. when working at remote facilities that require partial or full lane closures)
• Electrical theory
• Electronics, instrumentation and controls 
• Installation, inspection, testing, maintenance and repair methods and procedures for high, medium and low voltage equipment including pumps, motors, compressors, ventilating equipment, switchgear, transformers, etc.
• Math concepts applicable to the trade 
• Working knowledge of mechanical equipment, materials and maintenance procedures
• Computer system applications pertinent to water and/or wastewater facilities including SCADA Systems and Maintenance Management Systems
• MS Office and Outlook
• Knowledge of TSSA rules & regulations
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers
• Knowledge of operational, monitoring and control functions associated with drinking water treatment and water pumping/storage processes, or wastewater treatment and collection processes is an asset
   

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Work effectively, with others and independently
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, including completing technical, test and other reports or forms
• Perform trade-related preventive and corrective maintenance procedures
• Able to operate small and large equipment (e.g. Person Lifts, Zoom Boom, Manitou, etc.)
• Analyze, identify and solve problems quickly and effectively
• Use a wide range of hand tools, machine shop tools, measurement tools and testing equipment
• Make precise and accurate measurements and layouts
• Accurately read, interpret and mark-up technical drawings
• Clearly sketch electrical schematics and installations
• Understand and effectively utilize new information for problem-solving and decision-making
• Good organizational skills
• Readily establishes effective interpersonal relationships
• Good record of attendance
• Alertness, dependability, punctuality
• Work well under pressure and without constant direct supervision
• Attention to detail
• Physical ability to perform assigned tasks, including climbing ladders, scaffolds and elevated tanks, entering confined spaces
• Willingness to work outside of normal hours 
• Comfortable working at heights
• Comfortable working in and around confined spaces 
• Utilize appropriate or specialized PPE and safety equipment such as SCBA, rescue equipment, personal gas monitors and fall protection

JOB SUMMARY

Hospitality Services is responsible for the planning, coordinated development, management and implementation of food, nutrition and environmental activities, programs, services and initiatives to the residents of a municipal long term care facility. 

You are responsible for performing housekeeping duties associated with the maintenance of a clean, comfortable, home-like and safe environment in the Long Term Care Home, with an emphasis on resident safety and engagement, in accordance with the Long Term Care Homes Act, 2007.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Grade 10 

Six months of experience in institutional cleaning

KNOWLEDGE

• Disinfection procedures
• Stripping and refinishing of floors
• Preservation of surfaces
• Shampooing of carpets and upholstery
• The use of housekeeping equipment
• Employee health and safety/WHMIS
• Good understanding of safe body mechanics for lifting and bending
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Work under pressure
• Operate auto scrubber, floor buffer and carpet extractor
• Understand and follow directions
• Identify and report hazards in the workplace
• Organize and prioritize work assignments
• Dependable, reliable and professional
• Flexibility with changes in work assignments
• Work within a team environment
• Cooperative, respectful and courteous with residents, visitors and co-workers
• Physical and mental ability to perform assigned routines
• Ability to either fully squat or kneel
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods
• Capable of lifting and carrying 35 lbs
• Good personal hygiene practices

JOB SUMMARY

Hospitality Services is responsible for the planning, coordinated development, management and implementation of food, nutrition and environmental activities, programs, services and initiatives to the residents of a municipal long term care facility.  

You are responsible for  the preparation and/or serving of meals to residents, day centre clients, staff, and Meals-on-Wheels recipients, and for catering during special events; for the cleaning and maintenance of Food Services equipment and utensils; and for the disposal of waste, with an emphasis on resident safety and engagement. Work is performed in accordance with Public Health regulations, Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 and Food Premises Act.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of 1 year Food Service Worker program or enrolled and attending a Food Service Worker program at a College of Applied Arts and Technology with completion expected within the year.

Minimum of 6 months of experience in institution health care food service

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of the Canada Food Guide, Ontario Public Health Act (Health Protection and Promotion Act: Food Premises), Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021, Food Premises and the “Sanitation Code” for Canada’s Food Industry.
• WHMIS guidelines
• Hazardous Analysis Critical Control Point guidelines (HACCP)
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Take direction, learn procedures, and perform routine duties
• Work under deadline pressures
• Alert, dependable, reliable and tactful
• Able to work under pressure
• Self-motivated
• Respects resident’s rights and privacy
• Work effectively with others
• Organize work
• Lift safely and use aides where possible
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to push/pull over 30 lbs
• Work varying shifts (including: early, late and weekend shifts)
• Good personal hygiene