Festival Driver
Toronto International Film Festival
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Full Time Job
Festival Driver (Multiple positions)
Submission Deadline: WEDNESDAY, JULY 18, 2018
TIFF is a charitable, cultural organization dedicated to presenting the best of international and Canadian cinema and creating transformational experiences for film lovers and creators of all ages and backgrounds in our home - TIFF Bell Lightbox. Our mission: To transform the way people see the world, through film.
TIFF is committed to embracing diversity and treating all individuals with respect, dignity and fairness by removing physical, social and economic barriers to participation.
We are currently hiring for the position of:
Festival Driver (Multiple Positions)
Festival drivers will be responsible for airport transfers of guests; transportation of TIFF staff; and/or pick-up and drop offs of goods and equipment. Duties vary depending on department needs.
Responsibilities
• Adhere to all applicable traffic laws while driving in a safe and courteous manner
• Adhere to TIFF's Safe Driving Policy
• Ensure the safety and security of all passengers and/or equipment in transit
• Liaise with department/team lead regarding pick up/drop off requirements of passengers and/or goods
• Maintain open communication with all branches of departmental teams
• Safely operate and maintain TIFF provided vehicles and equipment
• Conduct a post-mortem report at the conclusion of contract
Minimum Requirements
• Must possess a valid Ontario G class license (or higher)
• Must possess a clean driving record
• Must be legally allowed to rent in Ontario the following vehicles:
• Standard
• Luxury
• Specialty
• Minivans
• Passenger Vans
• Full-size SUVs
• Premium SUVs
• Previous experience driving a company owned vehicle and/or providing livery/delivery service is preferred
• Previous experience with a live event and/or festival is preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and excellent customer service
• Familiarity with major and minor streets in the downtown core, location of TIFF designated hotels and access/egress routes to major airports
• adaptable to a flexible work schedule including some evenings and weekends
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Contract Dates
• Various contracts, from 5-30 days in length, in late August to September, 2018
How to Submit & Application Deadline
• Please submit cover letter, resumé and the names and phone numbers of 3 references as one (1) PDF or Word document, by 5pm on WEDNESDAY, JULY 18, 2018.
• All applications must be submitted online through the posting found on our website tiff.net/careers.
• Please note in your cover letter where you saw this job posting.
We thank everyone who applies for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview are contacted. No telephone or walk-in inquiries please. All applications are considered confidential.
TIFF is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing accommodations in our hiring process for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please inform us in advance and we will work with you to meet your needs.