Skills Ontario is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting careers in the skilled trades and technologies to
Ontario youth through a variety of programs and competitions across the province.
We are looking to add a new member to our team in brand new position! We are adding a DZ driver and Trades and Tech
Truck Coordinator to our staff. Our employees enjoy a casual work environment, flexible schedules, and have a real
opportunity to make a difference! Skills Ontario also offers a pension and competitive benefits. The successful candidate
will be based in the Kitchener/Waterloo area.

Skills Ontario is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our organization and is an equal opportunity
employer. Representation throughout all programs is essential to Skills Ontario. Accommodations are available on request for
candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

DZ Driver – Skilled Trades and Tech Driver and Program Facilitator
(35-40 HOURS/WEEK)
STARTING AT $30.00-$35.00/HOUR (depending on experience)
Pension and benefits effective after completion of probationary period

The successful candidate will drive the mobile classroom across the province as it travels from school to school reaching
communities from Windsor to Cornwall to Thunder Bay. However, while possessing a DZ driver’s license is an essential
qualification, this is not purely a driving position. The driver will also help with set up of the vehicle and delivering the
program.

The Trades and Tech Mobile Classroom is a custom 2022 Freightliner M2-106, equipped with hydraulic slide outs, giving us
approximately 470 square feet of experiential learning space. This “classroom” is loaded with skilled trades equipment and
trainers for use by students in elementary and high school.

Skills Ontario is looking for a candidate who is willing to not just drive but also engage with students and be a part of our
team, working to ignite a passion for the Skilled Tech and Trades sectors in youth across the province.
The incumbent will be responsible for set up and take down of the mobile classroom (including operation of generators,
slide outs, set up of stairs and wheelchair lift), fueling and cleaning the truck, as well as maintaining ELD logbook records
and vehicle maintenance records.

Breakdown of duties:
• Driving – 25% of time
• Working at home or on site at a school/event delivering Skills Ontario programming – 75% of time
Successful candidates will:
• Have a DZ license
• Have a clean driving record
• At least 2 years driving experience
• Be passionate about or have experience in the Skilled Tech and Trades sectors
• Be able to help set up of equipment
• Experience working with youth would be an asset
• Fluency in French will be considered an asset
• Be willing to be away from home

How to apply: 

Applicants should send one document which includes a resume and cover letter in PDF format outlining how they meet the specific
requirements of the position to Emily Collard ecollard@skillsontario.com no later than May 20th, 2022. Interviews are expected to
take place virtually during the month of May 2022.
While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
At Skills Ontario, we are committed to creating a safe and healthy environment for all youth. As such, the selected candidate will be
required to submit references and a vulnerable sector–criminal records check.
Proof of COVID vaccination will be required upon hiring.