Top Benefits
About the role
Posting Title:
Tailor
Department:
Quartermaster Stores
Status:
Temporary, Full-Time
Hourly Range:
$26.29 - $38.65
Grade:
H3
Open Positions:
1
Job Id:
500878
Additional Info:
***See Below
Open Date:
2026-04-30
Close Date:
2026-05-18
Are you an ambitious and highly motivated Tailor with experience in tailoring and outfitting services? Are you looking to make the next step in your career? If so, apply below and join Peel Regional Police – one of Canada’s most progressive police services!
As a Tailor within our Quartermaster Stores Department, you will be responsible for providing tailoring services in accordance with established standards and procedures to ensure all members of Peel Regional Police can perform their role safely and to the highest professional standard.
What will your typical day look like?
- Provides tailoring/outfitting services to sworn and civilian members of Peel Regional Police by; measuring for size using tape measure, recording measurements, fitting garments and marking for alterations.
- Performs alterations by re-cutting garments, assembling and joining garment parts using needle and thread or by machine (e.g. serger, industrial sewing machines), hand sewing buttons, piping and insignia, and pressing garments using a steam iron. Performs detailing of specialty uniforms as required.
- Carries out sewing repairs of garments in the appropriate manner, e.g. replacing Velcro, re-hemming and replacing zippers.
- Liaises with both sworn and civilian members regularly with a focus on customer service for new recruit outfitting, internal officer promotions and special events.
- Works independently in a fast-paced environment and prioritizes the work in order to meet operational demands which are often time sensitive.
- Monitors tailoring supply stock levels (e.g. needles, piping, pins, etc.) and places orders upon approval. Maintains accurate records for the tailoring supply activity.
- Maintains a catalogue with diagrams/pictures of approved uniform standards, which may include uniform rank, specialty bureaus, correct measurements for insignia placement, etc.
- Performs routine maintenance of equipment (cleaning parts, oiling etc.) to ensure they are in good working order and performs minor repairs. Arranges for servicing equipment through Supervisor as required.
- Creates and updates work orders in tailoring database to track work completed.
- Provides customer service to members via email, phone and in person.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Enough about us, lets talk about you
You are someone with:
- A High School Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A minimum of one year of related tailoring experience working with industrial sewing machines and steam irons required.
- Knowledge of computerized inventory systems preferred
- MS-Outlook
- Demonstrated knowledge working with uniforms in an emergency services or related field preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of tailoring, alterations, and garment construction; use of different materials and supplies to fit, alter and repair uniforms for a large client group.
- Demonstrated knowledge of various tailoring equipment (e.g. industrial sewing machine, serger, steam iron) and ability to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on the equipment.
- Effective oral and communication skills
- Effective customer service skills
- Demonstrated planning and organizational skills
- Demonstrated attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
Applicable test
Applicants will be required to successfully complete the following tests:
- Grammar
- MS Outlook
- Spelling
- Vocabulary
- Practical Test
What we offer
The hourly range for this temporary, full-time position is **$**26.29 to $38.65.Please note that this vacancy is to replace a regular, full-time member
What’s in it for you
- A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including employer-paid health, dental & insurance premiums offered semi-annually
- OMERS Pension Plan
- Excellent career development and access to a variety of job opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement for professional development
- Free on-site learning/training programs
- Work-life balance programs & services
- Wellness protection for you and your family
- State-of-the-art fitness facilities
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing service
About us
Peel Regional Police is the second-largest municipal police service in Ontario and the third largest in Canada, serving more than 1.5 million residents across Brampton, Mississauga, and Toronto Pearson International Airport. With more than 2,800 police officers and over 1,200 civilian employees, Peel Regional Police is dedicated to meeting the needs of its communities and supporting the health and well-being of all members. Recognized as one of the most progressive, innovative, and inclusive police services in the country, Peel Regional Police remains committed to its vision: A Safer Community Together.
The next step is yours!
Qualified persons should apply online by Monday May 18, 2025 by 10:59PM. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email. Check your inbox regularly, including junk mail. No agency contact and/or referrals, please.
This position DOES NOT allow for remote working arrangements.
Disclaimer: Peel Regional Police does not utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) during any stages of the recruitment process.
Applicants in consideration for hire shall be subject to a thorough background investigation that includes, but is not limited to, police checks with local, provincial and out-of-country law enforcement agencies, if required, education credentials, credit and financial inquiries, and personal and work references.
Peel Regional Police is committed to fairness and equity in our recruitment and selection process, and in building and retaining a talented and diverse workforce representative of the community we serve.
As an equal opportunity employer, Peel Regional Police is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment and committed to accommodating the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We encourage applicants to inform Recruitment and Staff Support of any accessibility needs to ensure they are accommodated throughout the recruitment and selection process.
Not the right fit? Search for Tailor jobs in Ontario
About Peel Regional Police
Peel Regional Police is committed to our Vision of 'A Safer Community Together'. Everything we do is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values and we pride ourselves in being accountable to our community. We are the third largest police service in Ontario and the fourth largest municipal police service in Canada. We serve the Region of Peel which has over 1.4 million residents, and the Pearson International Airport which sees an estimated 35 million people pass through every year. One of our objectives is to address crime through call response, investigations, enforcement, and police visibility. With over 2,000 police officers and 800 civilian employees, our solvency rates are some of the highest in the country and our crime rates are below provincial levels.
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Top Benefits
About the role
Posting Title:
Tailor
Department:
Quartermaster Stores
Status:
Temporary, Full-Time
Hourly Range:
$26.29 - $38.65
Grade:
H3
Open Positions:
1
Job Id:
500878
Additional Info:
***See Below
Open Date:
2026-04-30
Close Date:
2026-05-18
Are you an ambitious and highly motivated Tailor with experience in tailoring and outfitting services? Are you looking to make the next step in your career? If so, apply below and join Peel Regional Police – one of Canada’s most progressive police services!
As a Tailor within our Quartermaster Stores Department, you will be responsible for providing tailoring services in accordance with established standards and procedures to ensure all members of Peel Regional Police can perform their role safely and to the highest professional standard.
What will your typical day look like?
- Provides tailoring/outfitting services to sworn and civilian members of Peel Regional Police by; measuring for size using tape measure, recording measurements, fitting garments and marking for alterations.
- Performs alterations by re-cutting garments, assembling and joining garment parts using needle and thread or by machine (e.g. serger, industrial sewing machines), hand sewing buttons, piping and insignia, and pressing garments using a steam iron. Performs detailing of specialty uniforms as required.
- Carries out sewing repairs of garments in the appropriate manner, e.g. replacing Velcro, re-hemming and replacing zippers.
- Liaises with both sworn and civilian members regularly with a focus on customer service for new recruit outfitting, internal officer promotions and special events.
- Works independently in a fast-paced environment and prioritizes the work in order to meet operational demands which are often time sensitive.
- Monitors tailoring supply stock levels (e.g. needles, piping, pins, etc.) and places orders upon approval. Maintains accurate records for the tailoring supply activity.
- Maintains a catalogue with diagrams/pictures of approved uniform standards, which may include uniform rank, specialty bureaus, correct measurements for insignia placement, etc.
- Performs routine maintenance of equipment (cleaning parts, oiling etc.) to ensure they are in good working order and performs minor repairs. Arranges for servicing equipment through Supervisor as required.
- Creates and updates work orders in tailoring database to track work completed.
- Provides customer service to members via email, phone and in person.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Enough about us, lets talk about you
You are someone with:
- A High School Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A minimum of one year of related tailoring experience working with industrial sewing machines and steam irons required.
- Knowledge of computerized inventory systems preferred
- MS-Outlook
- Demonstrated knowledge working with uniforms in an emergency services or related field preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of tailoring, alterations, and garment construction; use of different materials and supplies to fit, alter and repair uniforms for a large client group.
- Demonstrated knowledge of various tailoring equipment (e.g. industrial sewing machine, serger, steam iron) and ability to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on the equipment.
- Effective oral and communication skills
- Effective customer service skills
- Demonstrated planning and organizational skills
- Demonstrated attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
Applicable test
Applicants will be required to successfully complete the following tests:
- Grammar
- MS Outlook
- Spelling
- Vocabulary
- Practical Test
What we offer
The hourly range for this temporary, full-time position is **$**26.29 to $38.65.Please note that this vacancy is to replace a regular, full-time member
What’s in it for you
- A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including employer-paid health, dental & insurance premiums offered semi-annually
- OMERS Pension Plan
- Excellent career development and access to a variety of job opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement for professional development
- Free on-site learning/training programs
- Work-life balance programs & services
- Wellness protection for you and your family
- State-of-the-art fitness facilities
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing service
About us
Peel Regional Police is the second-largest municipal police service in Ontario and the third largest in Canada, serving more than 1.5 million residents across Brampton, Mississauga, and Toronto Pearson International Airport. With more than 2,800 police officers and over 1,200 civilian employees, Peel Regional Police is dedicated to meeting the needs of its communities and supporting the health and well-being of all members. Recognized as one of the most progressive, innovative, and inclusive police services in the country, Peel Regional Police remains committed to its vision: A Safer Community Together.
The next step is yours!
Qualified persons should apply online by Monday May 18, 2025 by 10:59PM. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email. Check your inbox regularly, including junk mail. No agency contact and/or referrals, please.
This position DOES NOT allow for remote working arrangements.
Disclaimer: Peel Regional Police does not utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) during any stages of the recruitment process.
Applicants in consideration for hire shall be subject to a thorough background investigation that includes, but is not limited to, police checks with local, provincial and out-of-country law enforcement agencies, if required, education credentials, credit and financial inquiries, and personal and work references.
Peel Regional Police is committed to fairness and equity in our recruitment and selection process, and in building and retaining a talented and diverse workforce representative of the community we serve.
As an equal opportunity employer, Peel Regional Police is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment and committed to accommodating the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We encourage applicants to inform Recruitment and Staff Support of any accessibility needs to ensure they are accommodated throughout the recruitment and selection process.
Not the right fit? Search for Tailor jobs in Ontario
About Peel Regional Police
Peel Regional Police is committed to our Vision of 'A Safer Community Together'. Everything we do is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values and we pride ourselves in being accountable to our community. We are the third largest police service in Ontario and the fourth largest municipal police service in Canada. We serve the Region of Peel which has over 1.4 million residents, and the Pearson International Airport which sees an estimated 35 million people pass through every year. One of our objectives is to address crime through call response, investigations, enforcement, and police visibility. With over 2,000 police officers and 800 civilian employees, our solvency rates are some of the highest in the country and our crime rates are below provincial levels.