Paramedic Services Fleet Coordinator

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Posting ID: 1787
Department: Health
Division: Paramedic Services
Pay Range: $75,743 - $100,992
Job Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: Woodlands Operation Centre - 1179 Bronte Road, Oakville (Paramedic Services)
Employee Group: OCT
Posting Date: March 30, 2023
Application Deadline: April 20, 2023

Job Summary

Reporting to the Deputy Chief/Manager of Logistics, the Paramedic Services Fleet Coordinator will manage, coordinate, and oversee all aspects of the Paramedic Services vehicle fleet and vehicle-related patient conveyance and medical equipment. Conducts and oversees regular vehicle and equipment procurement, disposal, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance and warranty issues to ensure all legislated requirements are met. Research and monitor the automotive industry to make recommendations on vehicle designs and features. Manage capital and operating budgets specific to vehicles and equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the acquisition, PDI inspections, commissioning of new vehicles, and the decommissioning and disposal of vehicles.
• Manage vehicle preventative maintenance and emergency and collision-related repairs and conduct regular vehicle safety and equipment checks.
• Liaise with all programs around the coordination of daily and future vehicle requirements.
• Create and maintain SAP commissioning work orders and equipment masters for all vehicles and provide reports as required and complete tangible capital asset reports.
• Manage equipment preventative maintenance cycles.
• Manage real-time alerts regarding vehicle systems and other onboard technology.
• Data collection, analysis, and reporting related to fleet utilization.
• Procure and maintain an inventory of specialty items required for the upkeep of paramedic vehicles.
• Coordinate ongoing proactive cleaning cycles by infection prevention and control requirements.
• Investigate alternative green fleet solutions to support the Region\'s key priority in responding to climate change.
• Provide educational training and materials regarding the paramedic-specific vehicle and equipment maintenance requirements and processes.
• Liaise with vendors and partners on a variety of vehicle and equipment tasks and issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• Candidate must have a comprehensive working knowledge and understanding of motor vehicle mechanics.
• Advanced knowledge and experience with Excel, Outlook, and Word required.
• Sound organizational skills in project planning, resource management, knowledge of procurement and evaluation processes, and budget and financial planning.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong time management skills and ability to manage workflow in order to complete work on time and as expected.
• Sound human relations skills and the ability to work in a team environment and independently is required.

Preferred

• Automotive Service Technician certification and/or equivalent experience working in a vehicle maintenance environment including knowledge and understanding of the specialty features of emergency response vehicles is an asset. Certification to perform preventative maintenance and repairs to specialized paramedic medical equipment is also an asset.
• Knowledge and experience with SAP, Operative IQ, Vairkko and paramedic-specific vehicles and equipment is an asset.
• Knowledge and understanding on the Provincial Equipment Standards for Ontario Ambulance Services and the Highway Traffic Act as it pertains to Ambulance Service vehicles.

Working/ Employment Conditions

Working Conditions

• The incumbent must be able to perform all the necessary physical tasks associated with the position including lifting approximately 70lbs., pushing, pulling and moving heavy materials, equipment and boxes.
• Required to work varying shifts, including evenings and weekends to support 24/7 operations.

Employment Conditions

• Travel will be required between locations within Halton Region and on occasion outside Halton Region. The incumbent will be required to drive a Regional vehicle and will be required to provide a copy of their driver\'s license and a driver\'s abstract, by their first day of employment. The incumbent will be required to provide a copy of their completed "F" class driver\xe2\x80\x99s license within six months of employment.

Important information about your application:

• In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 \xe2\x80\x93 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 905-825-6000 extension 7700.
• 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 595,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering 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. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.