Job Description

Position Overview

The Driver/Dispatcher is primarily responsible for the transportation (arrivals, departures and appointments) of clients.

Qualifications

The Driver must possess:

Prerequisites:

A clean driving abstract upon hire.

The ability to lift up to fifty (50) lbs.

The ability to deal with difficult clients, escorts and/ or visitors.

A valid Class G Driver's License, WHMIS and First Aid / CPR Certificate.

Completed Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) upon hire.

Preferred:

A minimum of two (2) years direct work experience with Aboriginal people in a residential care setting.

Demonstrable and proven abilities in office work, phone etiquette, and computer literacy, client supervision and written and verbal communication.

Proficiency in the use of computer systems (Computerized database system, Microsoft Word, Excel and other Web based tools).

Fluency either in Ojibway, Oji-Cree or Cree would be an asset.

An understanding and appreciation of Indigenous culture.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Primary responsibility is the transportation of clients/escorts for arrivals and departures to and from medical appointments and to pharmacies.

2. Know and abide by all driving laws in all areas where they operate vehicles while conducting company business.

3. Conduct daily circle checks; maintain cleanliness of vehicles and record use of vehicles in the Trip Logbook.

4. Assisting clients/escorts loading and unloading (luggage, wheel chairs, walkers etc.).

5. Be willing and able to drive all vehicles in the Fleet.

6. Report in writing to the Manager(s) any safety concerns, maintenance and repair needs.

7. Have knowledge of fire evacuation procedures.

8. Participate in monthly and other staff meetings.

9. Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor and/or the Executive Director or Designate.

10. Willing to train on dispatch.

Application Process

Interested candidates may apply by email, fax or mail. Your application should include the competition number (2025-PSA-13), your cover letter and resume and may be submitted in confidence to:

Wequedong Lodge of Thunder Bay

435 Balmoral Street, Thunder Bay, Ontario P7C 5N4

Fax: (807) 626-9365

Email: HR@weqlodge.org

Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants.

Wequedong Lodge is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations for job applicants in accordance with the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. To make a request, please contact

dstachowich@weqlodge.org

Wequedong Lodge is dedicated to ensuring a safe, comfortable, and culturally appropriate environment for its clientele. As a tool in the recruitment screening process, all offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon a

Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions.

Regular attendance at work is imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate good record to be considered for this position.

While all responses are appreciated and will be handled with the strictest confidence, only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.

Job Type: Casual

Benefits:

Employee assistance program On-site parking
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Job Type: Casual

Pay: From $18.66 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Employee assistance program On-site parking
Licence/Certification:

Class 1 Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person