Summer Student Labourers – Water Department (4 vacancies)

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

Job summary

A progressive municipal office in Canada is seeking summer student laborers to assist in essential water services. This role includes tasks such as painting fire hydrants, checking service jackets, and aiding in the installation of water meters. Candidates must have a minimum Grade 12 education and be returning to post-secondary school. A Class G2 Ontario Driver’s License is required. This position offers an opportunity to work outdoors contributing to the community while gaining valuable experience.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 completion and returning to post-secondary school required.
• Must possess a Class G2 Ontario Driver’s License in good standing.
• Physical ability to perform outdoor labor in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Paint fire hydrants and check service jackets.
• Assist in installation of water meters and services.
• Support operators with maintenance tasks.

Skills

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Physically able to perform duties

Education

Minimum Grade 12

Returning to a post-secondary school

Tools

Handheld powered equipment

Job description

Reporting to: Water Supervisor/Assistant Supervisor

Department: Water

Classification: Summer Student; Unionized

Salary Range: $19.71/hour as per Schedule “A”

Starting Date: April/May 2026

Application Deadline: 4:00pm January 16, 2026

Why Woodstock?

The City of Woodstock is a rapidly growing city at the heart of Oxford County. When you work for the City you get to be part of an incredible team of dedicated people with a range of skills and experiences to share. Our team works together to help build a strong, connected community where people have access to the services they need, while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle.

Job Summary

Are you looking for a hands‑on role that allows you to get outside? Want to work with a great team and take on new challenges? We’re hiring summer student labourers to help deliver essential services to our community. Help keep our water clean by assisting with a variety of Water Services including locating and checking water service jackets, installing water meters and testing backflows, and repainting fire hydrants.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for painting Fire Hydrants, and checking and measuring service jackets,
• Assist operators in fire hydrant and valve maintenance,
• Assist in the installation of water meters,
• Assist in the installation of water main, water services and fire hydrants which includes excavation, backfilling and restorations,
• Assist in the enforcement of the City of Woodstock Outside Use watering by‑law,
• May be required to pick up various materials,
• Perform other related duties as directed by the Water Distribution Supervisor or Designate

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 and must be returning to a post‑secondary school,
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions and be physically able to perform duties
• Must have Class G2 Ontario Driver’s License in good standing

Preferred Qualifications

• Standard First Aid and CPR training,
• Experience operating a wide variety of handheld powered equipment,
• Training with MTO Book 7 for Temporary Conditions, and proven knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other applicable legislation

Working Conditions

• Scheduled 40-hour workweek, which includes weekends and alternate shift hours,
• Will be required to work in adverse weather conditions,
• May be required to work overtime

Thank you for your interest in working with the City. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviews will take place in February 2026.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Woodstock is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. We embrace equity, diversity, justice, inclusion and belonging and we’re committed to building a team that represents many backgrounds, perspectives and skills, representative of the communities we serve.

Conflict of Interest

Immediate family member, as per City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015, shall not be employed in the City of Woodstock in any capacity under the following circumstances, but not limited to wherein the family member is in a supervisory or management capacity or responsible for the work of the individual or the department. A conflict of interest must be declared to the Director of Human Resources as outlined in the City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015 as soon as it has been identified.

Accommodations

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Woodstock 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 the City’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation by contacting [e-mail]. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Personal Privacy Act, personal information collected will only be used for candidate selection. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

We invite all qualified applicants to submit their resume and cover letter via online at https://cityofwoodstock.applytojob.com/.