Public Works & Facilities Summer Student

PUBLIC WORKS & FACILITIES SUMMER STUDENT

(Full-Time Temporary)

Under the direction of the Public Works & Facilities Lead Hands, the Public Works & Facilities Summer Student will perform various tasks relating to the maintenance and upkeep of municipal infrastructure including but not limited to Township cemeteries, green spaces, parks, gardens, flowers, trails, and facilities. The majority of work will be performed outdoors and will include grass cutting, restoration and upkeep of walking trails, flower beds and green spaces, as well as general maintenance of municipal facilities

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school Education or Post-Secondary Education
• Valid class G2 or G driver’s licence

The ideal candidate will posses:

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to operate a pick-up truck, tractor, riding mower, trimmer, push mower, power tools and hand tools.
• Adequate knowledge of equipment and vehicle maintenance techniques.
• Ability to handle physical demands of operating tools and equipment. Ability to lift up to 25kg (55 pounds).

Applicants must be prepared to work 40 hours per week Monday to Friday. The rate of pay for this position is $16.55 per hour. Further information on the position is available on the Township of North Huron website.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a letter of application and resume outlining their qualifications and experience to the undersigned by no later than 4:00 PM on Friday, March 1, 2024.

ATTN: Human Resources
RE: Public Works & Facilities Summer Student
274 Josephine Street
Wingham ON, N0G 2W0
hr@northhuron.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Township of North Huron is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and solely for the purpose of candidate selection.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 12 weeks

Salary: From $16.55 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-01
Expected start date: 2024-06-28