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Job Summary

The Administrative Coordinator at Fire Services will work closely with the Fire Chief, members of the management team, and colleagues to provide administrative support within the Division while coordinating matters of priority with a high degree of professionalism and attention to detail.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide confidential administrative support including correspondence from Fire Chief.
• Coordinate the Fire Chief’s schedule, ensuring it is effectively planned and aligned with the Fire Chief’s key priorities, with related logistics identified and taken care of in a proactive manner ensuring directions are followed up on by staff.
• Process daily email, mail, and phone calls, and research and respond to queries as required.
• Act as staff liaison for pillar committees and other task forces or working groups providing administrative support including scheduling, preparing agendas and minutes, and attending meetings after hours, when required.
• Act as a scribe for the chief at large emergency situations
• Oversee and coordinate Escalated Service Requests. Process escalated complaints and inquiries as received and within defined timelines; respond or direct responsibility for responses. Liaise with administration staff at the Offices of the Mayor and Council, City Manager, and Commissioner.
• Monitor the budget and purchases for the Fire Chief’s Office and reconcile monthly expenses and annual expense report.
• Provide budget variance reporting to the senior management team
• Track corporate reports, service requests, and daily requests for the Fire Chief’s attention.
• Maintain files and records for safekeeping.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• Graduation from a post-secondary program in administration, business or related fields. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• 3 -5 years experience in administration with direct support of senior executives or preferably in a municipal environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, with tact and diplomacy, with internal and external business partners including elected officials, staff, the public, and outside agencies.
• Ability to recognize and keep confidential information.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365, SAP Applications, WebEx Meetings, escribe and other relevant software.
• Ability to function with minimal supervision.
• Experience in finance, business analysis, and Lean methodologies is an asset.
• Experience working with unionized staff and an understanding of collective agreements is an asset

Job Summary

Do you want to help move people across the city? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? MiWay is looking for enthusiastic individuals with a passion for leading teams, performing quality mechanical and electrical repairs on transit buses and non-revenue fleet vehicles. If that’s you, then come on board! Help the public get where they need to be, by becoming a Supervisor, Transit Maintenance

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As Ontario’s third largest transit system and has been recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA. Guided by a forward-thinking strategic plan, the MiWay's vision is to be a transit system that makes Mississauga proud. MiWay's recruitment efforts are directly aligned to its mission of providing "a safe, reliable, and efficient, transit system that draws its high standards of customer care from our rich traditions of safety, service, and courtesy."

Why Work for MiWay?

• Start with MiWay as a Full-Time Permanent
• Competitive Salaries 
• Annual Salary Performance and Economical Adjustment Review
• Career advancement opportunities
• Four weeks of Paid Vacation 
• Competitive compensation and benefits package 
• Pension Plan (OMERS Retirement Savings Plan);
• Overtime  Premiums
• And much more....

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Manager, Transit Maintenance or Assistant Superintendent of Transit Vehicle Maintenance the successful candidate:

• Oversees the day to day activities of the maintenance staff to ensure the effective and efficient management and coordination of vehicle inspection, repair, cleaning and overall maintenance operation
• Establishes and monitors attainment of objectives/performance standards and trouble shoots deficiencies
• Allocates personnel and equipment according to priorities; schedules maintenance of Transit vehicles and prepares work orders utilizing a computer assisted system
• Implements and maintains policies, procedures and standards to ensure a safe, productive and timely operation with regard to continuous improvement initiatives
• Motivates and assesses performance, controls absenteeism, manages disciplinary measures, handles employee issues and assist with grievances at Step 1
• Ensures that employees are instructed in methods, procedures, and performance standards for all maintenance activities and operations
• Supports and may be called on to supervise the daily operation of the bus wash racks, fuelling stations and fare box clearing in the absence of the Washbay Supervisor
• Manages statistical data such as book-offs, sick absences, overtime, lieu/floater day requests, and accident/incident forms 
• Participates in monthly maintenance meetings and ensures that maintenance records are kept up to date via input to maintenance clerk 
• Ensures that all work adheres to the Ministry of Transportation legislated requirements 
• Ensures that assigned staff complies with all safety requirements, Corporate policy and procedures, and Standard Practice Instructions 
• Supports in orientation and training of new Transit Maintenance staff in Transit policies and procedures 
• Identifies and assists with bus and bus part warranty claims and the tagging of defective components, thereby ensuring manufacturer/supplier warranty commitments are upheld 
• Monitors the work environment to ensure tools, parts and materials are properly treated, stored or disposed of and that cores and repairable parts are returned to Stores 
• Maintain positive employee relations by fair and equitable treatment of all staff in all areas including: assignment of work, and managing performance expectations.
• Conduct technical investigations and procedural quality audits, as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Promotes a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Provides leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, program and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with MiWay’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and MiWay's policies

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of experience as a journeyperson tradesperson, following attainment of trade certification, exposed to the full range of activities in a bus maintenance operation, with increasingly responsible work with all critical bus systems. For at least 3 years, must have increasingly responsible work and supervisory experience, and demonstrated the capability for supervising other employees.

• The successful candidate must hold a valid - Truck and Coach Technician (310T) certificate and maintain it in good standing,
• A preferred asset would be a current Ontario Government Certificate of Qualifications Automotive Service Technician (310S) as well.
• Must have a valid G Driver’s License; D or C Ontario Driver’s License with a “Z” endorsement is preferred with a Driving Abstract acceptable to the city.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, afternoons, days, and stat holidays with various off days
• Must possess the ability to establish effective working relationships, with internal and external stakeholders, including staff, senior management, union executives, and public

Additional Skills

• Detailed knowledge of Truck or Coach vehicle maintenance and repair, and manufacturer’s specifications and schematics is an asset
• Comprehensive knowledge of shop management practices, preventative maintenance theory, Ministry of Transportation, Ministry of Environment, and Ministry of Labour legislated requirements, and the Health and Safety Act
• Demonstrated ability to act as a coach and mentor through staff development
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, along with strong organizational skills
• Proven ability to create, communicate, and execute procedures and processes that foster efficiencies, and increase productivity following safe work practices and equipment operation
• Proven abilities in the use of database and computer applications,
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and air conditioning systems utilized on urban transit vehicles combined with a sound knowledge of diagnostic, inspection, repair, and maintenance procedures for these components and vehicle body structure
• Requires an understanding of the skills associated with the maintenance of urban transit vehicles (mechanical, body/paint repair, wheel/tire installation) used in a major automotive repair environment

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Councillor and functional guidance of the Councillor’s Executive Assistant the Administrative Assistant, Ward 7 will carry out the daily duties of the Council Office.
The successful candidate will be considered for the duration of the Elected Official’s term of Office. The current term ends November 14, 2026. There will be an opportunity for renewal should the Elected Official remain in office for another term.
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Three Weeks Vacation, Two Personal Paid Days, Extended Health Care (Vision, Prescriptions, Paramedical, etc), Dental Care, Basic Employee Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Optional Life Insurance, Optional Critical Illness Insurance and eligible to elect to join the OMERS Pension Plan.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:
•    Ensure the Councillor is relieved of all administrative details as it relates to the day-to-day running of the office.
•    Assume primary responsibility for the review, distribution, and response to all incoming correspondence and telephone inquiries to appropriate staff member.
•    Forward inquiries, which are not routine or general, to Executive Assistant for follow-up and action.
•    Receive and respond to in-person, telephone and email inquiries from the public.
•    Drafting correspondence on behalf of the Councillor (written).
•    Updating and maintaining spreadsheets and databases, and data entry.
•    Photocopying, opening and distributing mail, and other general clerical duties.
•    Maintaining and updating the Councillor’s contact list.
•    Budget monitoring experience required.
•    Working knowledge in a Windows environment with experience in the Internet and web posting and social media postings and website creation/maintenance.
•    Attend and assist in the organization of events.
•    Liaise with other Councillors, Councillors Assistants, senior management, other government officials, constituents and community representatives as required.
•    General office support activities with the Councillor’s Executive Assistant.
•    May undertake other activities consistent with the requirements of the Councillor’s office, such as attending site visits, meeting with constituents and representing the Councillor as required.
•    Required to prepare social media posts and communication pieces for the Councillor.

Skills and Qualifications

•    Post- secondary education with two to five years’ experience in an administrative related position is required. 
•    Minimum of 3 years of experience working with elected official is highly preferred. 
•    Knowledge of the City sufficient to obtain information in response to constituent questions and issues and to refer constituents.
•    Knowledge of the mandate and structure of Council and its committees is highly preferred.
•    Knowledge of various MS Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
•    Knowledge of office systems and procedures.
•    Energetic, motivated and a self-starter.
•    Deal effectively with time frames and deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.
•    Deal effectively with people under circumstances where the other party can be highly irate and unreasonable.
•    Strong ability to multitask and take on a variety of assignments.
•    Organize, prioritize and manage tasks and responsibilities toward timely completion, adjusting priorities as required.
•    Ability to maintain composure in stressful and difficult situations.
•    Ability to demonstrate a high level of tact and diplomacy when dealing with constituents, other Councillors, senior management, different levels of government, etc.
•    Excellent written and oral communication and listening skills.
•    Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check will be required of the successful candidate, as a condition of employment, at their own expense

Love to cook! Do you want to test your culinary skills under internationally trained chefs and also be eligible for gratuity sharing? Come and join us at the City of Mississauga.  We are currently looking for qualified cooks to work in team-oriented, fast paced, guest focused location at the City of Mississauga. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to work independently of Full Time, Permanent staff including in absence of Chef for minor events and functions (preps, portion, cook, serve)
• In absence of Chef, provide direction to other Part Time Staff
• Follow specific recipes set by Chef
• Prepare proteins and cook dishes including a la carte items
• Monitor inventory control and monitor par stock levels
• Coordinate timely food service in the kitchen
• Assist Chef/Supervisor in day to day operation of the kitchen
• Assist in the ordering of product
• Maintaining proper procedures for cleaning dishes and kitchen utensils
• Provide the highest level of customer service on a consistent basis
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years culinary work experience/and or formal training with strong food preparation, cooking and presentation skills.
• Food Handlers Certification required.
• Smart Serve certification required
• Emergency First Aid/CPR "B" Certification required within 6 months of your employment
• Knowledge of WHMIS and Occupational Health & Safety
• Must be able to work weekdays, weekends, holidays and a variety of early morning and late evening shifts
• Light Lifting Required
• Must be flexible to work at the following locations, Q-Banquet located at the Civic Centre, Living art centre, BraeBen Golf course.
  May also be needed at Lakeview golf course, Lakefront promenade, Malton youth hub. However this is based on skills, and availability to get there.