Overview
Department: Innovative Client Services Dept.
Service: Fleet Services
Branch: Fleet Maintenance & Tech Srvcs Branch
Employment Type: 1 Full-time Permanent
Work Hours: 40.00 /hours per week
Affiliation: CUPE 503 Inside/Outside
Salary Information: $67,870.40 – $79,420.64 annually (2022 rates of pay)
Location: 2799 Swansea Crescent
City: Ottawa, ON
Job Category: Maintenance and Trades
Application Close: 28/10/2022
JOB SUMMARY
Fleet Maintenance & Technical Services is responsible for: scheduled, unscheduled and emergency service; seasonal overhauls; vehicle commissioning/decommissioning; vehicle inspections and certifications; warranty monitoring; shop and specialty tool maintenance/management; maintenance of small equipment and special equipment such as fire, ambulance, ice resurfacing, turf, etc.; repair performance analysis; and Technical Services including specifying, acquiring, leasing and disposing of Municipal Fleet Vehicles.
You are responsible for performing duties concerning welding, maintaining and servicing motor vehicles, equipment and attachments.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 1 year welding certificate
Minimum of 3 years of experience in welding
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
Must obtain Ontario unrestricted DZ class driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent) within the timeframe determined by the employer
Must obtain Forklift Operator Licence within the timeframe determined by the employer
KNOWLEDGE
Principles, methods and techniques of various types of welding, including Arc, Stick welding, flux core welding, etc., with oxy-acetylene, high frequency tungsten inert gas and high voltage inert gas welding on a variety of metals, including cast iron, stainless steels, aluminums
Proven demonstrated knowledge and ability to diagnose and repair hydraulic systems
Metal fitting, layout, cutting techniques, using oxy-acetylene, plasma arc, air arc gouging and abrasive wheels
Methods and techniques used in mounting, assembly, hoisting, rigging, jig and overhead crane operation
Fabrication and welding shop practices
Methods and techniques of using various equipment and tools, including heating and cutting welding torches, impact gun, welding rods, grinders, saws and other hand/power tools to carry out welding assignments
WHMIS
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic computer knowledge to work with a Fleet Maintenance System
Working knowledge of Fleet Maintenance Program Branch policies and procedures
Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to perform welding competently
Ability to read and interpret service manuals, work orders, drawings and special instructions
Ability to discuss options with co-workers and follow instructions from supervisors
Ability to prioritize work
Ability to identify problems and develop alternate options/solutions
Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy
Ability to collaborate and work effectively with co-workers
Independent
Team player
Dependable
Personable
Physical capability to perform the tasks of the position
Must supply own necessary hand tools (SAE & Metric) including air tools to perform the tasks
Required to work shifts and over-time
Good physical health
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
Driver’s License Requirement: A valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated
You may initially be paid 95% of your starting rate of pay, in accordance with the collective agreement.
Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
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We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal peoples and persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions.
The City of Ottawa provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the HR Service Centre at 613-580-2424, extension 47411.