Closing Date: August 11, 2024

About the Position

In this role, you'll engage in a variety of tasks, including pruning, trimming, and removing trees to maintain their health and aesthetics. You'll diagnose and treat tree diseases and pest issues, ensuring our urban forest remains vibrant and resilient. Safety is paramount, and you'll operate with a strong emphasis on performing all tasks without incident. Your work will significantly impact the community by enhancing our city's green spaces and contributing to environmental sustainability and community well-being. 

We're seeking someone with a genuine passion for trees and outdoor work, coupled with a strong commitment to maintaining the highest safety standards. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in arboriculture and a deep understanding of tree care practices. Additionally, they will be a team player, able to work collaboratively with a dedicated team of forestry professionals.

Position Requirements

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) or equivalent
• Certified Arborist certificate from the Ministry of Skills & Labour or International Society of Arboriculture
• Chainsaw safety training
• Chipper safety training
• Ontario Traffic Council Book 7 Training
• Valid First Aid & CPR Certification
• Valid DZ class driver’s licence with an abstract acceptable to City guidelines
• Ontario Pesticide Training & Certification (OPT&C) Commercial Land Exterminator Licences with Industrial, Forestry and Landscape designations is considered an asset

Required within 12 months:

• Infrastructure Health & Safety Association (IHSA) Line Clearing - Safety Awareness training
• Working at Heights training that meets the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Mobile Crane Operator 0-8 Tonn Training
• Utility Work Protection Code Program

Demonstrated Skills and Abilities

• Ability to liaise effectively with management, colleagues, staff, the public, user groups, and outside agencies to achieve collective goals while managing expectations within approved service levels
• Team building skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with computer software applications
• Competent within the meaning of the Occupational Health & Safety Act
• Extensive knowledge of the Ministry of Labour Regulations
• Able to operate urban forestry equipment, including chipper and stumper
• Physically able to perform the physical demands of this position under adverse weather and site conditions
• Shows commitment to personal growth, development, and leadership opportunities

Additional Information

Are you passionate about trees and their role in creating vibrant, green urban landscapes? Do you have a keen eye for safety and a love for working outdoors? Join our team and be a key player in transforming our city's green spaces!

About The Position

This is a full-time support staff Bargaining Unit position reporting to the Manager, Employment Services working 35 hours per week at an hourly rate of $38.01.

Under the direction of the Program Manager, in compliance with the funded program guidelines and College policies, and guided by performance targets, the incumbent assists job seekers who are multi- barriered, unemployed and underemployed to explore, access and retain employment and where determined necessary, initiates, develops, and secures direct employment opportunities, meaningful work experience & training placements for unemployed clients.

You would be responsible for facilitating information sessions/workshops and general health and safety orientation to clients, in addition to being responsible for conducting and participating in employer research, job fairs and other related employer focused events to identify target markets and outreach opportunities. These activities may take place on or off site.

There is travel throughout Sarnia Lambton on a daily basis for this position. The position is located at the Petrolia Lambton College Community Employment Services site. This position requires weekly evening hours.

Specific Accountabilities

• Using a client centred and collaborative approach with the client the incumbent develops a tailored Employment Action Plan which is monitored, and outcomes managed.
• Interviews, assesses, and guides the client to explore their career, employment and training goals. Works with the client to identify activities, incentives and supports that are most suited to the individual in achieving their desired outcomes.
• Maintain up-to-date client records and files in accordance with funded program Guidelines and departmental procedures.
• Advocates on client’s behalf to gain access to relevant community resources and ensures continued support for access to services.
• Develops, and secures direct employment opportunities, meaningful work experience and training for clients. The incumbent develops employer leads and connections to support all service delivery components of Lambton College Community Employment Services.
• Creates individualized training agreements including determination of the appropriate length of placement, level of financial incentives, monitoring schedule and required assessments/training. Modify training plans and discuss resources to support the training process, as needed.
• Network using targeted marketing/outreach strategies to create and maintain effective relationships with the employer and community partners.
• Prepares and facilitates information sessions/presentations for employers and associations and community organizations as needed.
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 year degree/diploma in one of the following areas: Human Resources Professional / Business Administration/ Career Development
• Minimum of three years of experience as a consultant working with multi-barriered clients requiring career planning or job search assistance and related placement and employment/career advising experience
• Strong computer skills in MS Office programs including outlook and excel
• Experience with CaMS and Clockwork would be an asset
  
  

Lambton College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

We thank all applicants for their interest and wish to advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Lambton College is an equal opportunity employer seeking to live its values in all we do. We are committed to taking proactive steps to provide and create opportunities for historically marginalized groups. We seek applicants who will strengthen our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strongly encourage the following qualified candidates: women, Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+ to consider working with and for Lambton College.

We recognize that structural barriers shape experiences and job qualifications, and therefore we seek to use employment equity to differentiate between candidates who meet the required qualifications; and encourage people to apply even if they feel that the position would be a stretch.

Employee Perks

Lambton College provides a wide range of exciting opportunities for both unionized and non-unionized positions with competitive total compensation packages, wages and benefits.

Investing In Our People

Lambton College is committed to the personal and professional growth of all our employees. Employees of Lambton College are incredibly valued and part of a transformative adventure. They enjoy an engaging and vibrant culture where they are encouraged to realize their full potential via development opportunities and accessible, supportive employee wellness initiatives.

Investing in our People

Lifetime Retirement Pension - Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Our employee benefit package includes a defined benefit pension to help you create a secure future. The CAAT Pension Plan provides you with a predictable lifetime retirement income, survivor benefits, early retirement options, and more without the stress of making investment decisions. CAAT makes it easy for you to build stable, secure retirement income while you work.       

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind.

As the Production Shift Supervisor, you will supervise, lead and coordinate the activities of a team of Production Technicians on a given shift. You will monitor daily plant activities and ensure time and quality commitments are met. Utilize your organization skills by managing work processes and balancing workloads. Supporting a team of technicians, you will capitalize on your leadership skills by training and motivating employees. This position works across the location; however, you will focus on several specific areas (conditioning, warehousing, packaging, etc.) as a process expert. The duties of your role will vary throughout the year due to the seasonal demands of our business. Get a jump start on your career through this opportunity to gain valuable experience and knowledge.

This role will be on-site at our Corteva location.

What you will do:

• Review production schedules and allocate team members to complete schedules and ensure production expectations are met.
• Ensure employees are properly trained. Analyze and resolve problems or assist workers in resolving problems. Provide coaching and feedback to workers.
• Help to coordinate harvest activities such as preparation, sorting, drying, shelling, etc. Accountable with conditioning, bagging, and warehousing operations on assigned shift. Monitor product quality and ensure activities meet the needs of the Quality Plan.
• Develop and maintain good communication and rapport with plant personnel, employees from other Corteva plants or departments, growers, vendors, etc. Work with other leaders to coordinate workflow and resources between departments.
• Provide input for workforce planning and development, scheduling, and development of annual business plan. Complete and maintain appropriate records, documents, or reports.

Qualifications

What is required from you?
(Equivalent years of education and experience will be considered)

• College Degree is highly preferred
• 3-5 years of leadership or supervisory experience in operations, warehouse
• 3-5 years of coaching experience (including training and counseling others.)
• Able to interact effectively at all levels of the organization. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent at problem solving and analysis skills.
• Able to adjust to changing conditions, prioritize and manage work processes and workforce flexibility
• Basic PC skills
• Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing Methodology experience
• Willing and able to work in a variety of conditions (field, plant, warehouse – hot, cold, dust, etc.).
• Willing and able to lift up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodations
• Willing and able to work rotating shift schedule and overtime hours during seasonal peaks (including weekends, nights, and holidays)
• Ag knowledge/background is highly preferred.

Group Summary:

FORMAL QUALIFICATIONS
•    Grade 12 or equivalent
•    Ability to pass and maintain lift truck operator certification and medical.
•    Must be able to read and write English
•    Computer literate
•    Good communication and organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast paced team environment.
 
 CORE COMPETENCIES        

•   Safe working practices, and compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and principles of the “Magna Employee’s Charter”

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES    
•    Transfer raw material, work in process, and component parts to the designated storage areas as required to support manufacturing on an ongoing basis
•    Maintain proper FIFO and stack height restrictions as identified
•    Communicate FIFO / stack height violations and unsafe material handling / storage conditions to supervisor immediately
•    Ensure trailers are properly secured prior to loading / offloading any material
•    Conduct FIFO / shelf life audits as directed by Supervisor or their designate
•    Utilize overflow area when designated storage areas are full, transferring material once space becomes available
•    Maintain a steady flow of material to all related assembly areas
•    Operate lift truck in a safe manner
•    Complete daily lift truck check sheets
•    Ensure and verify the accuracy of all inbound / outbound shipments and receipts of material to the appropriate paperwork, and advise material Department immediately of any discrepancies
•    Communicate bar code scanning problems to supervisor on a daily basis
•    Maintain a clean, safe and organized work area at all times by conducting daily housekeeping activities at the end of each shift
•    Assist in all material handling related activities including packing of outbound shipments, cycle counting , hold area transfers, scrapping rejected / obsolete material and general house keeping as directed by the Supervisor or their designate
•    Perform related Shipping / Receiving data entry
•    Performs all duties in accordance with TS16949 and ISO 14001
 

ACCOUNTABILITY / PERFORMANCE MEASUREABLES

•    QOS Metrics, Quality, Productivity, and Cost Reduction
•    Customer Satisfaction

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting

In this position, you will be responsible for loading, unloading, receiving, sorting, and stocking packages. All work is performed in a warehouse setting.  This is a general labor type job that requires unloading packages out of trailers and then loading the packages into the UPS trucks based on the final destination city/postal code.  

Job Type: Part-Time - Permanent Work

Location: 5325 Rhodes Drive ON N8N 2M1

Workdays: Monday to Friday (Must be able to work all 5 days a week)

Shift Duration: AM MORNING SHIIFT 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM, Shift averages 3-5 hours a day. Start times/finish times may vary with operational need.  Flexibility required

Pay rate: $17.30/hr.

**Applicants must be able to work 25 hours per week**

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Loading and unloading packages by hand onto or off of package delivery vehicles and trucks

• Organizing and stacking packages to fit as many onto each truck

• Scanning packages based on postal codes

• Able to lift 70lbs without assistance

• Working in the UPS warehouse – hot and cold temperatures

• Learning UPS package handling procedures

• Working in a very fast-paced position

• Washing UPS trucks inside and out

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. (32kg) without assistance

• Loading/unloading packages onto and off of package delivery vehicles and trucks

• Full availability to work Monday to Friday (all five days of the week)

• Must be able to work 25 hours per week legally

• Ability to read, memorize postal codes while scanning packages

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment

• Comfortable working inside truck trailers and package delivery vehicles

• No prior experience required

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay rate of $17.30

• Weekly Pay every Friday

• Automatic pay rate progression as per the existing Union Collective Agreement.

• Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,000 per semester

• Extended health and dental benefits after one year of service

• 2 weeks of paid vacation after one year of service

• Immediate access to UPS ‘Employee Discounts’ upon hiring

• Paid training

• Opportunity for advancement within a Fortune 50 Company

• Free onsite parking

Working Conditions:

• Exposed to changing temperatures while working in a warehouse environment.

Of Note:

• In our industry, this position is also known as Package Handler, Warehouse Worker, Warehouse Associate, Sorter Loader/Unloader and Shipper/Receiver.

In this position, you will be responsible for loading, unloading, receiving, sorting, and stocking packages. All work is performed in a warehouse setting.  This is a general labor type job that requires unloading packages out of trailers and then loading the packages into the UPS trucks based on the final destination city/postal code.  

Job Type: Part-Time - Permanent Work

Location: 5325 Rhodes Drive ON N8N 2M1

Workdays: Monday to Friday (Must be able to work all 5 days a week)

Shift Duration: MORNING SHIIFT : 10.30 AM to 3:30 PM, Shift averages 3-5 hours a day. Start times/finish times may vary with operational need.  Flexibility required

Pay rate: $17.30/hr.

**Applicants must be able to work 25 hours per week**

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Loading and unloading packages by hand onto or off of package delivery vehicles and trucks

• Organizing and stacking packages to fit as many onto each truck

• Scanning packages based on postal codes

• Able to lift 70lbs without assistance

• Working in the UPS warehouse – hot and cold temperatures

• Learning UPS package handling procedures

• Working in a very fast-paced position

• Washing UPS trucks inside and out

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. (32kg) without assistance

• Loading/unloading packages onto and off of package delivery vehicles and trucks

• Full availability to work Monday to Friday (all five days of the week)

• Must be able to work 25 hours per week legally

• Ability to read, memorize postal codes while scanning packages

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment

• Comfortable working inside truck trailers and package delivery vehicles

• No prior experience required

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Pay rate of $17.30

• Weekly Pay every Friday

• Automatic pay rate progression as per the existing Union Collective Agreement.

• Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,000 per semester

• Extended health and dental benefits after one year of service

• 2 weeks of paid vacation after one year of service

• Immediate access to UPS ‘Employee Discounts’ upon hiring

• Paid training

• Opportunity for advancement within a Fortune 50 Company

• Free onsite parking

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exposed to changing temperatures while working in a warehouse environment.

OF NOTE:

• In our industry, this position is also known as Package Handler, Warehouse Worker, Warehouse Associate, Sorter Loader/Unloader and Shipper/Receiver.

UPS is a diverse and equal opportunity employer.  Accommodations are available, on request, for candidates with disabilities taking part in the recruitment process.  If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please advise if you require accommodation for a disability.

In this position, you will be responsible for loading, unloading, receiving, sorting, and stocking packages. All work is performed in a warehouse setting.  This is a general labor type job that requires unloading packages out of trailers and then loading the packages into the UPS trucks based on the final destination city/postal code.  

AM Morning Shift:

• Monday to Friday (5 days a week)
• Shift start and finish time: 05:00 AM to 09:00 AM (approx.)
• Please note we ask for flexibility with start and finish times as they can vary slightly depending on volume.

This is a permanent general labor type role that offers:

• Full benefits
• Training and career development
• Guaranteed wage progression
• Tuition Reimbursement

Compensation:

• Wage $17.30 / per hour
• Guaranteed wage progression through Union Collective Agreement. $28.71 per hour after seniority plus 48 months of service. 
• Overtime after 5 hours
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $2000 per semester
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance (after 1 year)
• Promotion from within.  Career development and growth opportunities.
• Employee discounts
• EAP - employee assistance program

Qualifications/Skills:

• No experience necessary – on the job training provided!
• Able to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 70lbs.

UPS is a diverse and equal opportunity employer.  Accommodations are available, on request, for candidates with disabilities taking part in the recruitment process.  If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please advise if you require accommodation for a disability.

Every member of our warehouse team is an integral part of our business. They ensure every order is staged and delivered to our customers in a timely manner while helping maintain our Warehousing cleanliness and inventory.

What’s in it for you?

• Full health care benefits starting day one.
• Career development and training opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits with premiums fully paid for by the company for the “Core” package.
• Life insurance, disability and wellness programs
• Retirement savings programs including RRSP and DC pension with up to 5.25% employer contribution
• Paid vacation and sick time and day off on your birthday!
• Bonus programs that include annual performance and profit sharing
• Employee discounts on top brands of plumbing and HVAC/R products
• Education reimbursement for employees
• Employee referral program
• Safety shoe reimbursement

What you will do:

• Loading and unloading product in a timely manner to meet delivery deadlines and customer commitments
• Receiving incoming shipments and checking for accuracy
• Put away product to correct areas in the warehouse in a timely manner
• Picking, packaging and shipment of customer orders, including preparing documentation for shipment
• Liaising with freight companies and inside/outside customers to determine shipping priorities
• Ensuring good housekeeping and safety procedures are maintained in shipping area

What you will bring:

• Previous warehouse experience required
• Knowledge of industry products is an asset
• General basic computer skills including Microsoft Office is required
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Must be dependable and reliable and willing to take initiative
• Able to regularly lift (up to 50lbs pounds)
• Forklift certified or ability to be certified
• WHMIS and TDG certification would be an asset