Fleet Services Detailer

City of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government is seeking a Fleet Services Detailer to maintain the cleanliness of its fleet. The role includes coordinating vehicle cleaning efforts, maintaining equipment, and conducting safety inspections. Candidates should have a Grade 12 diploma and one year of relevant experience. A valid driver's license is also necessary. The position involves working in a garage environment with a schedule from Monday to Friday, offering diverse training opportunities and a supportive work atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience performing routine vehicle cleaning in a commercial automotive service environment.
• Fluency in English, both oral and written.
• Possess a valid Ontario or Quebec Provincial Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of all OPS vehicles.
• Report vehicle damages and defects.
• Conduct monthly workplace safety inspections.

Skills

Communication

Networking and Relationship Building

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Leadership

Service Orientation

Education

Grade 12 Secondary High School diploma or General Equivalency

Tools

MS Office

MS Excel

Job description

Job Information

Competition Number: 19633

Application Deadline: 22/12/2025 23:59

Posting Details: Two temporary fleet services detailer positions available until June 2026. All applications must be received through the online application system and include a cover letter and resume.

Overall Purpose

Under the direction of the Supervisor Fleet Services, the Fleet Services Detailer is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the fleet of OPS vehicles, ensuring the trunk equipment is complete, and reporting any damage.

Major Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Fleet Attendants to prioritize vehicle cleaning.
• Maintain cleanliness of all OPS vehicles, including exterior washes and internal cleaning.
• Maintain monthly spreadsheets of vehicles cleaned and trunk equipment restocked.
• Ensure frontline patrol trunk equipment is complete and up to date.
• Build first aid kits to OPS standards.
• Report vehicle damages and defects to a Fleet Supervisor or Attendant.
• Ensure all vehicle fluids are at required levels.
• Conduct monthly workplace safety inspections and submit Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) Fleet area reports.
• Maintain current knowledge of National Capital Region geography and drive motor vehicles to meet OPS operational requirements.
• Transport, clean, restock, and set up Command Vehicle to ensure operational readiness for next use.
• Perform other duties as required or directed.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 Secondary High School diploma or General Equivalency.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience performing routine vehicle cleaning in a commercial automotive service environment.

Language

• English – fluency in oral, reading, and writing.

Certifications and Licences

• Possess a valid Ontario or Quebec Provincial Driver’s License.
• Successfully pass the two‑stage OPS Professional Development Centre driving test.

In‑Service Training

• Occupational Health & Safety.
• Respectful Workplace.
• Violence in the Workplace.
• Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI).
• Training on specialized fleet management databases.
• Complete all additional mandatory training as prescribed by the Office of the Chief.

Job Knowledge

• Understanding of OPS Mission, Vision and Values.
• Working knowledge of MS Office software.

Competencies

• Communication – Level 1
• Networking and Relationship Building – Level 1
• Teamwork – Level 1
• Problem Solving – Level 1
• Adaptability – Level 1
• Leadership – Level 1
• Service Orientation – Level 1

Hours of Work and Effort and Working Conditions

• Monday to Friday day shift schedule.
• Work requires lifting and transporting vehicle parts, inventory and supplies including tires, wheels and rims.
• Requires bending to check vehicle trunk supplies.
• Dirty, noisy, garage atmosphere subject to exhaust fumes and inclement temperatures.
• Requires using a pressure washer and loud vacuum for extended periods of time.
• Limited contact with prisoners.
• Work environment consistent with a working garage.
• Must be able to work independently, with minimal supervision, as well as within a team environment.
• Must be able to operate a police vehicle safely and within standards, including maintaining a valid Ontario or Quebec Provincial Driver’s License.

Desired Qualifications

• Oral, reading, and writing fluency in French or other languages.
• Experience in large commercial fleet operations, fleet service and vehicle maintenance.
• Experience in asset management and tracking.
• Working knowledge of MS Excel.

Additional Competition Information

We thank all candidates for their interest. Only those selected to continue in the selection process will be contacted. The job poster will no longer be available once the closing date has passed.

The Ottawa Police Service promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodation during all parts of the hiring process as required. Applicants need to make their needs known if contacted to proceed to the selection process. Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request.

Additional information about our hiring process can be found on the recruiting website.

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