Facilities Driver

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Department: Public Works
Reports to: Buildings Foreman
Effective Date: January 2025
Positions Supervised: 0
Revised Date: N/A

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Facilities Driver will focus on delivering service excellence in supporting the Facilities maintenance and technical staff in day-to-day tasks and to provide support to the maintenance team during home repairs ensuring visit safety. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Provides the following support and services to the County facilities division including:

• Distribute Notice of Entry (NOE) documentation to designated social housing units within the County. 
• Escort contractors to provide access to social housing or other County-owned properties.
• Facilitate the pickup and delivery of materials or supplies to staff members at job sites.
• Assist facilities staff in visiting locations identified as potential risks, in accordance with the Community Outreach & Home Visit policy.
• Perform data collection/take photos in the field to assist other County staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUCCESS:

• Post-secondary education not required, however would be considered an asset
• Demonstrated experience working in a customer service setting
• General understanding of building parts and components
• Ability to demonstrate the required competencies for this position in alignment with Oxford County’s competency framework. 
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with key stakeholders to deliver programs and services. 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team.
• Understanding of role specific health and safety responsibilities, and ensured compliance with internal and external safety policies, procedures, and legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Valid Ontario drivers’ license required.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS

• Individual Contributor 

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Works primarily outside of an office environment requiring flexibility to work in multiple work locations both indoor and outdoor as needed.
• Involves driving to different County-owned sites.
• May be exposed to potentially hazardous conditions associated with construction sites, buildings and clients.