Co-Op Student, Transit Facilities

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Co-Op Student to join their Transit Facilities team. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in hands-on transit facility site surveys, analyze data, and contribute to impactful projects. You'll collaborate with various teams, conduct research on new technologies, and help prepare essential reports that guide transit infrastructure planning. Ideal for engineering students eager to gain practical experience, this position promises a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly influence the community's transit systems. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Must have completed 1st or 2nd year of Engineering.
• Strong computer skills in office software and database management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct transit facilities field surveys and prepare reports.
• Maintain tracking databases and assist in project updates.

Skills

Engineering (1st or 2nd year)

Class G Licence

Office Software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe)

Database Management

Verbal Communication

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Decision Making

Ability to Work Outside

Flexible Hours

Education

Completed 1st or 2nd year of Engineering

Tools

Microstation

Job description

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Co-Op Student, Transit Facilities

Req ID:26635
Vacancy Type:Temporary
Contract Duration: September - December, 2025
Number of Positions:1
Closing Date:05/21/2025

Transit Facilities requires one co-op student for a 4 month work term (starting September 2025) to conduct transit facility site survey/inspections, record information in databases, analyze results, review pertinent drawings as related to transit facility construction projects and provide internal/external communications for areas of impact.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Organize and conduct transit facilities field surveys;
• Research various sources of information and prepare reports in the form of maps, charts, and graphs;
• Undertake facility asset inventories;
• Prepare service requests and maintain up-to-date tracking databases and dashboards;
• Attend team meetings and update project progress;
• Maintain accurate notes, records and sketches to describe and certify work performed;
• Survey bus terminals and stations, and record infrastructure information;
• Follow all safety procedures and be aware of changing surroundings;
• Provide support and assistance to Transit Facilities section(including Transit Infrastructure Planning);
• Assist in Board Period Infrastructure changes, including Operator and Customer outreach information sessions, as required;
• Conduct research on new technologies and initiatives for transit facilities; and
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills and Qualifications

• Must have completed 1st or 2nd year of Engineering. Enrollment of subsequent year is required;
• Must hold a valid class “G” Licence with a driving record that is acceptable to the City of Mississauga. A Driver’s Abstract will be required;
• Strong computer skills/aptitude in office software (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe) and Microstation;
• Proficient in database management and manipulation;
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills;
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing tasks;
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with other teams;
• Good judgement with the ability to make decisions in the field;
• Must be able to work outside (driving, walking and/or standing) in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work flexible hours on site and in the office, as required; and
• Successful candidate is required to provide their own ‘Green Patch’ CSA approved safety footwear.

Hourly Rate/Salary:19.80 - 23.53
Hours of Work:35
Work Location:Mississauga Transit
Organization Unit:T&W/Transit Infrastructure Planning A
Department/Division/Section:T&W/Transportation&Works Dept,T&W/Mississauga Transit,MT Maintenance
Non-Union/Union: Non Union

We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can alsocheck your application status in your candidate profile online.

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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.

Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion .

Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of anyaccommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.