Transportation Driver

Internal/External Posting
Three (3) Casual Positions
Location: Sioux Lookout, Ontario
Salary Range $25.178 to $33.819 per hour
Reference Number: TRANS001239
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Job Summary:

The Transportation Driver will be responsible for providing ground transportation of hostel clients and escorts from the First Nations communities approved by NIHB within an 8 km radius of Sioux Lookout. The Driver/Interpreter will provide general outreach and interpret for clients as well as perform routine maintenance and upkeep of the passenger vehicles.

Qualifications:
• Must have a valid G class Driving license.
• The ability to perform the requirements of the position on a regular basis.
• Must possess a minimum of five years of driving experience, from having a valid and unrestricted full driving license.
• Any further driving training such as Defensive Driving, Driving with Dangerous Goods, would be an asset.
• Experience working in a transportation environment would be an asset, but full training will be provided
• Experience in frontline Customer Service working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to speak in a first Nations dialect of the Sioux Lookout Region would be an asset (Ojibway/Oji-Cree/Cree)
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) — Current certification in the proper handling, transportation, offering or importing of goods labelled as Dangerous by the government.

Roles and Responsibilities:
• Provide transportation for First Nations medical clients and escorts
• Provide safe and courteous driving services, drop off and pick up in front of all medical buildings;
• Ensure that all passengers abide by safety laws (seat belts, child seats);
• Ensure all passengers are courteous and respectful of their fellow passengers.
• Working shift work and flexible shifts as required.
• Provide general outreach and interpreting services for clients by:
• Always provide proper and professional relations with clients;
• Provide polite, out-going and attentive client supervision, assistance, support and advocacy as necessary;
• Provide interpreting services as required.
• Perform routine maintenance and upkeep of Client Services Department passenger vans by:
• Provide safe and responsible operation of the department’s vehicles;
• Submit daily reports of each vehicle’s maintenance log book entries, daily vehicle Circle Checks and mileage;
• Submit daily reports of each vehicle’s client and mileage sheet used for statistical reporting;
• Monitor and report number of deliveries with and without clients for statistical reporting;
• Perform daily routine safety/Circle Checks of vehicles, including availability of safety equipment. While doing this all safety equipment must be worn. i.e. Safety vest;
• Perform light, routine vehicle maintenance and cleaning as directed by procedures or by the Client Services Supervisor.
• Pick up and deliver agency mail
• Pick up trays and orange coolers and deliver to lab
• Pick up packages from stores
• Pick up and deliver medical instruments to and from hospital and appointment clinic
• Fill up the van and fill out gas information at reception after every shift
• Plug van in during winter months when necessary
• Request supplies for van when needed
• Write up and submit incident reports to appropriate departments
• Participate and contribute to regular staff development activities and staff meetings
• Work as a team member with co-workers, SLFNHA staff and other organizations
• Provide assistance when required and any other duties assigned

Apply online at https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/SIO5000SIOL/JobBoard/95ef5c5b-da87-42c9-9e91-60e84e21c807/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=c9e9cb0f-d745-4179-8829-6926ff627f5d

Human Resource Department
Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority
P.O. Box 1300, 61 Queen Street
Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1B8
Phone: (807) 737-1802
Fax: (807) 737-2969
Email: Human.Resources@slfnha.com

SLFNHA currently “Strongly Recommends” COVID-19 immunizations and requests your immunization status to be sent to our staff health department if successful in the recruitment process.

Closing Date: Open to Filled

The Health Authority wishes to thank all applicants in advance. However, only those granted an interview will be contacted.
For additional information regarding the Health Authority, please visit our website at www.slfnha.com

SLFNHA is a proud supporter of Mikinakoos Children’s Fund. To find out more, visit www.mikinakoos.com