The Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ontario Provincial Police, and the Bureau Commander of Fleet, Supply & Weapons Services Bureau requires a qualified individual to join our Fabricating/Equipping unit. In this exciting, rewarding and challenging opportunity, you will perform preventative maintenance, equipment/systems installation and removal, and repairs for the OPP vehicle fleet.
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.
Fleet, Supply & Weapons Services Bureau (FSWSB) has a broad scope of business impacting every member of the OPP. With very few exceptions, all fleet assets, weapons and uniform items used across the organization are procured and distributed by FSWSB. Bureau members work behind the scenes to provide planning, procurement, fleet management, vehicle services and Garage Operations to ensure the OPP is well equipped for daily operations. FSWSB members demonstrate their expertise, creativity and fortitude every day.
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.
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
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.
About the job
To perform preventative maintenance, equipment/systems installation and removal, and repairs for the OPP vehicle fleet.
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
• Must possess an Automotive Technician 310S or 310T or equivalent Certificate of Qualification.
• Must possess a valid/current Ozone Depletion Certificate.
• Must possess a valid Driver's Licence Class G.
• Must possess own tools.
• Ability to pass an OPP background security investigation.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of automotive technology, technical manuals, diagnostic procedures and techniques and specialized equipment to determine the nature and extent of vehicle problems, and to perform maintenance and repair to various automotive systems.
Knowledge of vehicles' electrical systems, emergency lighting systems, wiring component locations, wiring and routing techniques and schematic, air bag restraint systems and all other mechanical components to perform repairs and equipment/systems installations and removals.
Knowledge of WHMIS and the Occupational Health and Safety Act to safely perform servicing, maintenance and repair of vehicles and trailers.
Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills to perform mechanical and electrical diagnoses and troubleshooting.
Ability to identify and evaluate appropriate test procedures and determine how to approach and carry out technical modifications and adjustments.
Ability to evaluate whether repairs can be made on equipment and/or parts must be replaced.
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
Additional Information:
Ensure that you read the job description to make sure you understand this job. Even if you don't meet every requirement in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.
Application Instructions:
Resume / cover letter must be received no later than 11:59 pm on 13-Apr-2023. Submit quoting WIN ID # (if applicable) and file # 23-119 showing how your qualifications, training and experience relate to the position to: Kai-Hendrik Grundt, Manager Garage Operations.
Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.
Email: sandra.e.carter@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 our 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.