Outside Summer Student - PWO Job Details | Richmond Hill

Richmond Hill; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government is seeking an Outside Summer Student to perform grounds maintenance, assist in parks operations, and support special events in Richmond Hill. Candidates must be enrolled as full-time students returning to school in the fall, possess good interpersonal skills, understand instructions, and work outdoors in all conditions. A valid Ontario Class 'G' Driver’s License is required. This role is ideal for enthusiastic students looking to gain practical experience in a municipal setting.

Qualifications

• Must be returning to school full-time for the fall semester.
• Ability to deal with the public courteously and effectively.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain parks and sports fields including mowing and litter collection.
• Assist in inspection and cleaning of park amenities.
• Support special events with setup and takedown.

Skills

Demonstrate the City’s corporate values

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to understand instructions

Previous municipal experience

Written and verbal communication skills

Education

Currently enrolled in college or university

Tools

Green Patch CSA approved safety boots

Pickup truck operation

Job description

Position Summary

Reporting to the Supervisors of Public Works Operations, the Outside Summer Student will be responsible for the following:

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Parks:

  • Grounds maintenance, including litter collection, mowing, and trimming/edging
  • Sports field maintenance, including line marking, turf cutting, and minor repairs to field amenities and equipment (e.g., goals, benches, fences, dugouts, etc.)
  • Assist staff in the inspection, cleaning and repair of multiple park amenities e.g. playgrounds, splash pads and picnic shelters
  • Horticultural maintenance: including planting, weeding and maintenance of annual, perennial and shrub beds along with other horticultural displays
  • Operate various hand tools and powered equipment, including a pickup truck
  • Arboriculture operations including small and large tree care
  • Other duties as assigned

• Energy and Waste

  • Litter picking and planned garbage/recycling collection and disposal in parks
  • Providing support for special events includingdelivery, set up, takedown, clean-up
  • Other duties as assigned

• Water/Roads

  • Water Department- Traffic Control, Data Collection, Painting Fire Hydrants, Cleaning and maintenance
  • Assist staff in the inspection, cleaning and repair road and water infrastructure
  • Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Be currently enrolled in a college or university as afull-time student and returning to school full time for the fall semester

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Demonstrate the City’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service
• Previous experience working in a municipal setting outdoors would be considered an asset
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
• Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to deal with the public courteously and effectively
• Must possess Green Patch CSA approved 8" safety boots
• Ontario Class "G" Driver’s License in good standing and must provide a satisfactory current Drivers Abstract from the Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO)
• Ontario Class "G2" Driver's License may be considered
• Be able to work outdoors during all weather conditions and available to work7 days a week including holidays
• Demonstrates good judgment and makes sound decisions
• Shows commitment to personal growth, development, and leadership opportunities
• Shares new ideas and challenges the status quo
• Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty, openness, respect, and trust
• Takes initiative to participate in a culture of learning, mentoring, and sharing
• Contributes to building and being a part of a positive culture

Leadership Competencies

• Demonstrates personal leadership
• Builds people and culture
• Cultivates open communication
• Shapes the future
• Navigates and leads through complexity and change

Attention Internal Candidates: All current City of Richmond Hill employees are required to apply via the 'View Jobs for Current Employees' link on the 'City’s Careers Page'.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

TheCityof Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.