Job Type:

Contract

Department:

Operations

Hourly Wage:

$17.87

Close Date (closes at 12:00 am on date noted below):

January 19, 2025

Openings:

25

Position Summary

The Town of Milton’s Operations division is currently accepting applications for the contract position of Summer Student - Operations. Successful candidates must be able to work from May 1, 2025 – August 29, 2025.

Major Job Responsibilities

• Performs park maintenance duties including turf maintenance, horticulture planting and maintenance, garbage collection and other park beatification 

• Follows a schedule to provide routine service to parks and open spaces

• Operates riding mowers and landscaping related equipment in accordance with industry standards

• Represents the Town of Milton in a professional manner and works as part of a team

• Complies with all health and safety practices as it relates to the work, standard operating guidelines and the Occupational Health and Safety Act

• Performs other duties as assigned in accordance with Department objectives

Education & Experience

• Enrolled in a secondary or post-secondary school

• Documentation/proof of registration as a current full-time student must accompany the application; please attach the proof to your resume document

• Previous experience with park and road maintenance duties, such as: turf maintenance, horticulture, and roadway flagging is considered an asset

Certifications and Designations

• Minimum G2 license is required

• Current Standard First Aid Certificate/CPR and WHMIS is considered an asset

The successful candidate must have a clean driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving habits. A recent driver’s abstract dated within 30 days will be required if selected for an interview. Persons with 4 or more demerit points need not apply.

Hourly Rate: $17.87

Interested applicants should apply online at www.milton.ca under the Current Employment Opportunities section. The job posting closes at 12:00 am on January 20, 2025. Interested applicants, please ensure to apply by 11:59 pm on January 19, 2025. 

Internal Applicants: If you are currently employed with the Town of Milton, please apply internally through the Jobs Hub app of your Workday account in order for your application to be processed as an internal applicant.

About Milton

At the Town of Milton, we provide excellent and sustainable municipal services to foster a vibrant and inclusive community where residents thrive, businesses flourish and nature is cherished.

We are laying the groundwork for our vision for Milton 2051: a safe, diverse and welcoming community that respects its natural beauty and heritage, supports a range of neighbourhoods, sustains a strong and balanced economy, and offers outstanding opportunities to live, learn, work and play.

In accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation, applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used strictly for candidate selection.