LOCATION: Flower City Community Campus/Bob Callahan Seniors Centre

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Reporting to the Recreation Programmer/Recreation Coordinator, this position is responsible for professional preparing and serving of meals and snack items while providing excellent customer service.

• Create menu plans for lunch with appropriate pricing
• Supervise volunteers by assigning tasks
• Prepare and cook lunch and light snacks for 60 - 100 seat public dining room
• Service customers and address food related comments in a professional manner by providing
  exceptional customer service
• Ensure food loss is kept at a minimum
• Assist with and ensure inventory practices and portion control is adhered to
• Ensure volunteers, equipment and kitchen facilities meet all Department of Health regulations
• Ensure kitchen equipment is cleaned and report malfunctioning equipment to Supervisor
• Maintain complete vigilance while on duty and be ready to respond to any emergency situation
• Complete administrative duties in a timely manner (eg. attendance, incident/accident reports,
  opening and closing procedures)
• Maintain a safe and tidy space ensuring equipment is set-up and stored appropriately
• Report all concerns, accidents and incidents to immediate supervisor for follow up and take
  appropriate action
• Understand, adhere to, and enforce Corporate Policies & Procedures, Confidentiality Guidelines,
  Emergency Procedures and Health and Safety Standards for all participants and staff
• Attend meetings/training as required
• Performs other duties as assigned

SELECTION CRITERIA:

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in a commercial food preparation environment and/or formal
  training with strong food preparation and cooking focus
• Food Handlers certification, or ability to obtain within 1 month of date of hire
• Knowledge of OHSA, WHIMIS 2015, food related Health regulations
• Current Standard First Aid / CPR C from an accredited organization, or ability to obtain within 1
  month of date of hire
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills

**Preference will be given to students that have a permanent residency in Brampton.

**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

Interview:  Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology.

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by clicking the button above by April 21, 2024 and complete the attached questionnaire. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  The City of Brampton requires all applicants to have a valid Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (Level 2) or a Vulnerable Sector Check (if 18 years of age or older)   issued from their local police department, dated within the last six (6) months. All checks must indicate for the purpose of employment.

• Posting Period: 22-NOV-2024 to 05-JAN-2025

Join us for a Traffic Agent Information Session!

Interested applicants are recommended to join us at our virtual and/or in person info sessions. You will have the opportunity to learn more about the role and working for the City of Toronto, ask questions related to the position, and find out more about the application process. We have two (2) dates for a virtual session and one (1) date for an in-person session. Please join which one is most convenient for you! Information will be the same at all three sessions.

 
Dates and Times:

Wednesday December 4, 2024 at 6:00 PM Eastern Time

Join link:
https://toronto.webex.com/toronto/j.php?MTID=m8501d8a2744f2a5a59c98a9a1d1974fe
 

Thursday December 12, 2024 at 6:00 PM Eastern Time

Join link:
https://toronto.webex.com/toronto/j.php?MTID=mc138092b34b16c99508290dcbfc83741

In Person Information Session:

Wednesday December 18, 2024 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time

Location: North York Civic Centre, 5100 Yonge St., COUNCIL CHAMBERS
 

Job Description:

The Traffic Agent will provide critical traffic control and congestion management for the City of Toronto's Transportation Services Division, by implementing traffic mitigation measures, as it relates to the public Right of Way and in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act and City of Toronto Municipal Code and related provincial legislation.

Major Responsibilities:

• Implementing congestion management measures by directing traffic at intersections to ensure the safe and efficient movement of pedestrians, cyclists and motorists.
• Directs the flow of traffic within the City of Toronto and ensures barricades and other measures are implemented to ease congestion and ensure the safety and security of the public for all modes of Transportation.
• Provides in field active traffic management and educates the public on traffic operations at various projects not limited but including construction, signal activation and maintenance, events and critical intersections.
• Provides traffic coordination, parking enforcement and responds to vehicle and pedestrian related emergencies or other emergencies that occur on the roadway.
• Prepares and confirms details of incident reports as required.
• Carries out the duties of a sworn Special Constable/Peace Officer, Provincial Offences Officer and agent in accordance with Canadian/Provincial/Municipal laws and established contracts, agreements, policies and procedures, etc.
• Treats the public with respect and dignity and ensures compliance with AODA requirements.
• Provides feedback that assists with developing and implementing traffic mitigation measures and background research. Provides a summary-in-brief with the outcome and forwards recommendations.
• Ensures compliance with emergency preparedness measures and Occupational Health & Safety regulations.
• Responds to emergencies affecting the safety of those on the highway (i.e. falling glass from buildings, fallen scaffolding on roadways, flying debris, collisions, etc.) and initiates the attendance of emergency responders when required.
• Assists in the safe and timely movement of emergency vehicles through intersections.
• Promotes compliance with the City of Toronto's by-laws and provincial statutes and educates members of the public of their responsibilities as they relate to the Right of Way.
• Participates and/or leads the review of existing, and the development of new programs and processes related to the Right of Way.
• Creates and Conducts educational programs and trains new staff.
• Other administrative duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications: 

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to: 

1. Post-secondary education in a related field or the equivalent combination of education, and training in the same or related field.
2. Experience interacting and dealing directly in person with the public, service providers and/or staff, as well as via phone and email as required.
3. Experience and/or equivalent educational courses in interpreting, applying or enforcing laws and by-laws e.g. Highway Traffic Act.
4. Must possess and be able to maintain a current valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's License and the ability to obtain a City of Toronto driver's permit.

To be considered for a position as a Special Constable you must meet all the following criteria under the Community Safety & Policing Act (CSPA), 2019:

1. Be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident;
2. Be at least 18 years of age;
3. Be physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position in regard to your own safety and the safety of the public;
4. Be of good character.

Special hiring notes: 

• Successful candidates are required to complete and pass Special Constable Training and all other mandatory training to be considered for this position.
• Pass all testing mandated by the City of Toronto and the Community Safety and Policing Act.
• As a condition of employment, selected candidates will be required to obtain and maintain Special Constable Status in accordance with any established agreement throughout their employment as a Traffic Agent.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation for the purpose of obtaining Special Constable Status.
• OACP Certificate of Results is an asset. For further information on obtaining OACP Certificate of Results for the City of Toronto please visit: https://oacpcertificate.ca/becoming-a-special-constable/
• Full Traffic Agent hiring process is approximately 40 weeks.
• The following steps are included in the Traffic Agent hiring process. Candidates need to be successful at all these steps to be awarded a position:
  • Initial application screening
  • Written assessment
  • Screening Interview
  • Fitness assessment (Shuttle Run, Pass Level of 5.5)
  • Interview
  • Reference checking (1 Current Supervisor, 1 Employment, 2 Character References)
  • Pre-screening (Initial Background Investigation)
  • Background investigation (requires submission of a Preliminary Background Questionnaire)
  • Issuing Conditional Job Offer Letters
• Upon acceptance of Conditional Offer Letter, successful candidates must obtain their Special Constable status, process outlined below:
  • Special Constable Training
  • First Aid and all other Mandatory Training
  • Provincial & TPSB approval
  • Oath Taking
  • Final Approval
  • Achieved Special Constable Status
  • Assignment of Badge Number and Special Constable ID number
  • Maintain Special Constable status in accordance with Provincial Legislation and agreements
  • Completion of in-field training

You must also have:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time in live traffic in various weather conditions including, but not limited to, snow, rain, cold, and heat.
• Ability to work shifts (days, afternoons, nights, weekends and holidays).
• Access to a personal vehicle to be used for work purposes.
• Ability to use various tools and equipment related to the role including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ability to make independent decisions in the field under stressful conditions in a fast paced environment.
• In-depth knowledge of, legislation, codes, and by-laws including: Highway Traffic Act, Municipal By-Law Enforcement Act, the Provincial Offences Act and Provincial Court Operations.
• Familiarity with and knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act, the Human Rights Code and related Orders including Accommodation for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
• General knowledge and understanding of the City of Toronto's technical standards, policies and practices related to permitted road activities.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to provide a high-level of public service in responding to a variety of diverse situations (i.e. the public, emergencies, and law enforcement officials).
• Ability to use good judgment, problem solving, and decision making skills to assess and resolve situations which may require negotiation to affect resolution in urgent, volatile, sensitive, contentious, emotional and/or intimidating situations.
• Ability to use computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, for word processing and database management) to provide clear, timely and detailed documentation for investigations, enforcement activities, and incident response.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity, and respectful workplaces.
• Ability to work from various sites across the City of Toronto.

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Major Responsibilities: 

• Operates a wide variety of collection vehicles and equipment independently or with a crew member.
• Moves carts/bags to the truck and uses appropriate mechanisms to dump or manually lift onto the truck.
• Operates mechanical equipment attached to vehicles/equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Lifts and loads garbage, recyclable materials, organics, organic yard waste and special pick up items such as household appliances, discarded furniture, wood, carpet and electronics.
• Places empty carts and containers back to the set out location in a tidy manner.
• Assists operator by signaling vehicle which is being maneuvered or backed up when on a two person crew.
• Drives vehicle to designated disposal facilities and unloads all materials in accordance with requirements of facility operator.
• Performs Daily Pre-Trip Inspection Report (Circle Check); identifies and reports vehicle and equipment malfunctions; maintains vehicle and equipment in a clean and tidy condition.
• Completes reports (e.g., Driver’s Collision/Incident Report) related to assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Operates 2-way radio or mobile phone.
• Performs other duties at this wage grade level or lower such as labouring type duties, maintenance and cleaning activities when not operating assigned vehicle or equipment.
• Performs work in a safe, efficient and courteous manner.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Must possess and maintain a valid Province of Ontario, Class “D” Driver’s License with “Z” endorsement and must qualify for the City’s equipment operating permits and requirements.
2. Must be familiar with requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations for the safe performance of his/her duties and responsibilities or capable of obtaining familiarity of same.
3. Must possess and be able to maintain as appropriate, any valid Province of Ontario requirements to operate mechanized equipment.

You must also have:

• Good driving record and familiarity with location of major city streets.
• May be required to do shift work in conformance with the Collective Agreement.
• Ability to use or learn to use various technical devices related to the position.
• Ability to deal courteously with the public.
• Ability to communicate in relation to their job duties.
• Must be physically capable of performing required duties (accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under the City’s Employment Accommodation Policy and the Joint Modified Work Program in the Collective Agreement) and able to work in all weather conditions.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Major Responsibilities:

• Prepares flower beds, by hand digging or rototilling and raking, for planting; prepares plants and maintains flower beds, horticultural displays and plants in greenhouses.
• Maintains plant materials in a park area in a neat and orderly manner.
• Participates in the design, preparation, planting and maintenance of horticultural displays, turf grass areas, indoor and natural area plantings and landscapes including all aspects of Plant Health Care inclusive of I.P.M. and pesticide use.
• Prepares various growing media prior to planting; gathering, cleaning and storing propagules; planting and transplanting as required and determining and maintaining correct growing environment.
• Inspects plants, flowers, shrubs and trees and reports damage, insect infestation or disease.
• Prepares chemicals for spraying and sprays flowers, shrubs, etc.
• Performs park maintenance such as litter control, winter duties such as snow removal by hand and/or with equipment, ice removal, and washroom cleaning.
• Loads materials, plants, etc. and delivers, as required, to various locations.
• Operates various types of motor vehicles and mechanized grounds, garden and turf maintenance equipment, etc.
• Responds to horticultural questions from public.
• May be required to perform landscaping functions such as sodding and constructing retaining walls etc.
• May be required to direct other staff.
• Keeps equipment and tools clean and in good working order. 

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to: 

1. Diploma or certificate in horticulture or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Considerable experience as a practicing gardener.
3. Must possess and be able to maintain a valid Province of Ontario Class "G" Driver's License Class and must qualify for the City's equipment operating permits and requirements.
4. Possession of or the ability to obtain within 6 months an Ontario Landscape Exterminator's License
5. May require Structural Greenhouse/interior Plant Exterminator Licence 

You must also have:

• A good knowledge of plant materials and the ability to propagate and grow a wide variety of plants for the beautification of park areas.
• Ability to arrange, plant and maintain annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees according to the best horticultural methods and to achieve an attractive appearance.
• Ability to identify insect pests, diseases and weeds and to treat them in the most effective manner.
• Ability to make the most effective use of fertilizers and an understanding of the water requirements of plants.
• Must be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the regulations that apply to this work.
• Must be physically capable of performing required duties.
• Ability to deal courteously with the public.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• May be required to work shifts, weekends, and overtime as required.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted

Job Description:

The Traffic Agent will provide critical traffic control and congestion management for the City of Toronto's Transportation Services Division, by implementing traffic mitigation measures, as it relates to the public Right of Way and in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act and City of Toronto Municipal Code and related provincial legislation.

Major Responsibilities:

• Implementing congestion management measures by directing traffic at intersections to ensure the safe and efficient movement of pedestrians, cyclists and motorists.
• Directs the flow of traffic within the City of Toronto and ensures barricades and other measures are implemented to ease congestion and ensure the safety and security of the public for all modes of Transportation.
• Provides in field active traffic management and educates the public on traffic operations at various projects not limited but including construction, signal activation and maintenance, events and critical intersections.
• Provides traffic coordination, parking enforcement and responds to vehicle and pedestrian related emergencies or other emergencies that occur on the roadway.
• Prepares and confirms details of incident reports as required.
• Carries out the duties of a sworn Special Constable/Peace Officer, Provincial Offences Officer and agent in accordance with Canadian/Provincial/Municipal laws and established contracts, agreements, policies and procedures, etc.
• Treats the public with respect and dignity and ensures compliance with AODA requirements.
• Provides feedback that assists with developing and implementing traffic mitigation measures and background research. Provides a summary-in-brief with the outcome and forwards recommendations.
• Ensures compliance with emergency preparedness measures and Occupational Health & Safety regulations.
• Responds to emergencies affecting the safety of those on the highway (i.e. falling glass from buildings, fallen scaffolding on roadways, flying debris, collisions, etc.) and initiates the attendance of emergency responders when required.
• Assists in the safe and timely movement of emergency vehicles through intersections.
• Promotes compliance with the City of Toronto's by-laws and provincial statutes and educates members of the public of their responsibilities as they relate to the Right of Way.
• Participates and/or leads the review of existing, and the development of new programs and processes related to the Right of Way.
• Creates and Conducts educational programs and trains new staff.

Key Qualifications: 

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Post-secondary education in a related field or the equivalent combination of education, and training in the same or related field.
2. Experience interacting and dealing directly in person with the public, service providers and/or staff, as well as via phone and email as required.
3. Experience and/or equivalent educational courses in interpreting, applying or enforcing laws and by-laws e.g. Highway Traffic Act.
4. Must possess and be able to maintain a current valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's License and the ability to obtain a City of Toronto driver's permit.

 
Special hiring notes:

• Please note that the process for hiring Traffic Agents may change due to legislative requirements and/or other agreements. We will do our best to notify candidates of potential changes.
• Successful candidates are required to complete and pass Special Constable Training and all other mandatory training to be considered for this position.
• As a condition of employment, selected candidates will be required to obtain and maintain Special Constable Status in accordance with any established agreement throughout their employment as a Traffic Agent.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation for the purpose of obtaining Special Constable Status.
• Applicants are encouraged to review the "Special Constables: A Practitioner's Handbook" published by the Ministry of the Solicitor General, this guide provides valuable information regarding the skills needed to become a Special Constable.
• OACP Certificate of Results is an asset. For further information on obtaining OACP Certificate of Results for the City of Toronto please visit: https://oacpcertificate.ca/becoming-a-special-constable/
• Full Traffic Agent hiring process is approximately 40 weeks.
• The following steps are included in the Traffic Agent hiring process. Candidates need to be successful at all these steps to be awarded a position:
  • Initial application screening
  • Written assessment
  • Screening Interview
  • Fitness assessment (Shuttle Run, Pass Level of 5.5)
  • Interview
  • Reference checking (1 Current Supervisor, 1 Employment, 2 Character References)
  • Pre-screening (Initial Background Investigation)
  • Background investigation (requires submission of a Preliminary Background Questionnaire)
  • Issuing Conditional Job Offer Letters
• Upon acceptance of Conditional Offer Letter, successful candidates must obtain their Special Constable status, process outlined below:
  • Special Constable Training
  • First Aid and all other Mandatory Training
  • Provincial & TPSB approval
  • Oath Taking
  • Final Approval
  • Achieved Special Constable Status
  • Assignment of Badge Number and Special Constable ID number
  • Maintain Special Constable status in accordance with all legislation and agreements
  • Completion of in-field training

You must also have:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time in live traffic in various weather conditions including, but not limited to, snow, rain, cold, and heat.
• Ability to work shifts (days, afternoons, nights, weekends, overtime and holidays).
• Access to a personal vehicle to be used for work purposes.
• Ability to use various tools and equipment related to the role including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ability to make independent decisions in the field under stressful conditions in a fast paced environment.
• In-depth knowledge of, legislation, codes, and by-laws including: Highway Traffic Act, Municipal By-Law Enforcement Act, the Provincial Offences Act and Provincial Court Operations.
• Familiarity with and knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act, the Human Rights Code and related Orders including Accommodation for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
• General knowledge and understanding of the City of Toronto's technical standards, policies and practices related to permitted road activities.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to provide a high-level of public service in responding to a variety of diverse situations (i.e. the public, emergencies, and law enforcement officials).
• Ability to use good judgment, problem solving, and decision making skills to assess and resolve situations which may require negotiation to affect resolution in urgent, volatile, sensitive, contentious, emotional and/or intimidating situations.
• Ability to use computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, for word processing and database management) to provide clear, timely and detailed documentation for investigations, enforcement activities, and incident response.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity, and respectful workplaces.
• Ability to work from various sites across the City of Toronto.

NOTE TO ALL APPLICANTS:
There is a PART-TIME, TEMPORARY Traffic Agent posting, Job ID: 44412. Should you want your application to be considered for the part-time posting as well, you must also submit your application to that posting.

NOTE TO INTERNAL FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CITY OF TORONTO EMPLOYEES:

City of Toronto employees must apply to full-time or part-time employment opportunities posted on the City's Internal Job Posting Portal.