Driver

At Halton Region, we treat everyone with respect, honesty, fairness and trust. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. Halton Region is committed to providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. 

We are proud to operate three non-profit long-term care homes where our employees make a meaningful contribution on the lives of the residents by providing quality care in a family-like atmosphere. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service-focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also recognized as a Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO) Best Practice Spotlight organization.

You make a positive difference in people’s lives because you provide high quality customer centered services.  You operate within a highly ethical environment and will be accountable for going the extra mile, listening to your customers, creatively meeting needs and always being respectful to those you serve.  As a result, you will be part of a qualified and strategic team recognized widely for caring, excellence, integrity, inclusiveness and flexibility.

Posting ID: 3091
Department: Social & Community Services
Division: Services For Seniors
Pay Range:$21.46 - $22.70
Job Type: Permanent 
Hours of Work: 15 hours per week (working 3 shift per week)
Work Location: Allendale Long Term Care Facility - 185 Ontario Street, Milton
Employee Group: OPSEU LTC
Posting Date: April 19, 2024
Application Deadline:April 26, 2024

Job Summary

Reporting to the Production Kitchen Nutrition Services Supervisor, the Driver Position delivers prepared menu items to all clients of the Production Kitchen.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform daily truck safety inspections and document results on inspection logs. Provide completed inspection logs to the Production Kitchen Nutrition Services Supervisor.
• Transport Cambro carts from the production area to the truck and secure for shipment.
• Validate that the internal temperature of the delivery truck box is between zero to four degrees Celsius prior to beginning delivery.
• Document internal truck box temperatures at the start and throughout delivery. Inform the Production Kitchen Nutrition Services Supervisor immediately of any temperature variations.
• Deliver Cambro carts to respective long term care clients and Adult Day Programs, following any delivery requirements at each location.
• Report any truck damage or abnormal driving conditions to the Production Kitchen Nutrition Services Supervisor.
• Arrange regular maintenance of the delivery truck including refueling and repairs.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly cleaning assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• Secondary school diploma
• Class G driver’s license
• Successful completion of Fleet Vehicle Driver Program training
• Current Food Handling certificate
• Excellent organizational skills

Preferred

• Strong interpersonal skills

Working/ Employment Conditions

Working Conditions

• Physical demands that includes lifting and working in cold environmental conditions

Employment Conditions

• The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on condition that the Regional Municipality of Halton receives a current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Criminal Records Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening by the first day of employment.
• You will also be required to provide a current two-step tuberculosis test (obtained within the past six (6) months) by the first day of employment.
• You will also be required to provide a current drivers abstract by first day of employment.

Important information about your application:

• In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.  
• Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at .   
• Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
• We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
• Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
• If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.

Halton Region serves more than 624,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to the delivery of high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions.