Co-op Student - Road Operations

Location

Halton Regional District, ON | Canada

Job description

Looking for an exciting job opportunity that will launch your career? Halton Region’s co-op program provides a paid professional opportunity that allows you to gain valuable experience and develop the skill set you need to build a successful career.

We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. As a co-op at Halton, you will gain professional growth and development working alongside your mentors. You will be part of a progressive, service-focused and award winning employer.

Posting ID: 2577 
Department: Public Works 
Division: Waste Management & Roads Operations 
Pay Range: $19.43 - $22.50
Job Type: Co-op Student 
Contract Duration: up to 8 Months, starting May 2024
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location:Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville
Employee Group: OCT 
Posting Date: February 28, 2024
Application Deadline: March 13, 2024

To be eligible to apply for a co-op student position, you must meet the following criteria:

• Legally entitled to work in Canada as a student.
• In possession of a Social Insurance Number (card) at time of hire.
• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary educational institution on a full-time basis and returning to school upon completion of the co-op work term(s).

This position will require the successful incumbent to provide proof of co-op eligibility, a transcript and tax credit form(s) from their school’s co-op department.

Job Summary

We are seeking a co-op student to complete an 8-month term from May 2024 – December 2024 within the Road Operations & Maintenance to provide support in operation and maintenance of Regional road assets and continues to remain in a state of good repair.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide support to Road Operations and Maintenance staff relating to work and assets within the Regional road right-of-way including roads, traffic control devices, storm infrastructure, roadside drainage, safety devices, etc.
• Perform field investigations at specified locations along the Regional road network, including inventories and assessments of infrastructure and observation of various deficiencies.
• Provide periodic inspection of various maintenance works, including: storm sewer systems, annual pavement marking program, crack sealing program, sweeping program, guiderail repairs, tree planting and maintenance, asphalt spot repairs, permits and acoustic barrier repairs.
• Assist in the delivery of Regional asset management programs for various road capital assets, including acoustic barriers, guiderails, retaining walls, oil/grit separators, trees, roadside cross-section, storm infrastructure and bridges and culverts.
• Perform inspections and condition assessments of the Tourist-Oriented Directional Signing (TODS) and Emergency Detour Route (EDR) program.
• Provide input to various traffic operational and safety initiatives to improve safety and efficiency of new and existing Regional Roads.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary teams that undertake both internal and external projects.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• Currently enrolled in a recognized post-secondary institution in a Civil Engineering program.
• Analytical, organizational, and project management skills, along with critical problem-solving, customer service, and effective time management skills.
• Strong practical knowledge in Civil Engineering principles.
• General understanding of road maintenance and asset management practices.
• Software skills in Microsoft Office.

Preferred

• Knowledge of OPS Standards, Ontario Traffic Manual Book 7 (OTM).
• Knowledge of Databases and GIS applications.
• A commitment to quality and compliance. 

Working/ Employment Conditions

Working Conditions:

• Travel will be required between locations within Halton Region; incumbent must supply their own transportation at times when not driving a Regional fleet vehicle.

Employment Conditions:

• The incumbent may be required to drive a Regional vehicle and will be required to provide a copy of their 'G' driver’s license and a driver’s abstract, by their first day of employment. 
• The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on condition that the Regional Municipality of Halton receives a current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Criminal Record Check, by the first day of employment.

Important information about your application:

• In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.  
• Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.   
• Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
• We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
• Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
• If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.

Halton Region serves more than 624,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community.

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