Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometers of Inuvik, NT.
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
Located in Inuvik and reporting to the Transportation Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for vehicle fleet maintenance, the care and services of the Handi Van vehicle booking, usage and maintenance and ensuring clients receive appropriate and safe transportation to and from designated points in the Town of Inuvik. The incumbent provides inventory of controllable assets to eight (8) surrounding communities including Inuvik and assists with orientation of casual staff within the Division.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- GNWT Financial Administration Act, WHMIS Regulations, Transportation of Dangerous Goods and medical terminology
- Must possess a valid class 4 NWT driver's license and must be bondable
- Certification in WHMIS, ITA Dangerous Goods, First Aid and CPR are mandatory
- Computer experience in data based programs and knowledge of spreadsheets is required
- Solid customer service skills when dealing with stakeholders and staff of BDHSSA
- Must possess good time management skills to organize time and deliver services within time schedules for maximum efficiency
- Has experience and hands on training to assist ambulatory clients who require walking aids or are confined to wheelchairs to embark and disembark from the Handi Van
- Must be able to use radio communication, pagers, and mobile telephone equipment
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
Completion of grade 12.
Experience using computers and with Excel.
Experience in a warehouse setting or other related fields.
Class 4 Driver's License.
Certification in WHMIS, First Aid and CPR are mandatory. Certificate in ITA Dangerous Goods, is required.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620
jobsinuvik@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.