Summer Student, Waste Disposal Operations

at  Niagara Region

IMPORTANT NOTICES & AMENDMENTS

All applications must be received online by the closing date indicated.
In order to qualify, applicants must be starting or returning to full-time, post-secondary studies in September 2025 - please review the posting for all requirements.
Please note that the online application process includes questionnaire related to the requirements of the posting. It is highly recommended you print or save a copy of the job posting prior to starting your application so you can reference the job requirements throughout the online application process. Carefully review each question to ensure you answer accurately.
In addition to the questionnaire, applications & resumes should clearly detail related education, training and experience. Please ensure you provide a valid email address that you check regularly as part of your online application, in addition to phone contact information.
Student applications are reviewed for eligibility and selected for interview by way of a lottery system.

ABOUT US

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.
At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.
We welcome all applicants! For more information about diversity, equity, and inclusion at Niagara Region, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Niagara Region, Ontario or email related questions to diversity@niagararegion.ca. To send input on reducing barriers in the current hiring process, please email myhr@niagararegion.ca
For the Region’s full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.

DON’T HAVE EVERY QUALIFICATION?

You may be hesitant to apply if you do not have every qualification listed in the posting. While specific qualifications are important for certain roles, we invite individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of experience and education to apply. Our recruiters will evaluate your suitability for the role.
Please note that for unionized roles, we must follow collective agreement requirements. However, we encourage all interested candidates to submit their applications. We believe success in a role can extend beyond meeting every single requirement.

JOB SUMMARY

Niagara Region has an opening for summer 2025 for temporary, full-time Summer Student positions in our Public Works Department for the divisions of Transportation Services, Forestry & Waste Management. The Summer Student position is responsible for providing outdoor and indoor operational and maintenance service to the Regional roadallowances and Public Works properties and facilities.

Our summer students perform a wide variety of duties,including but not limited to:

• Grass cutting, line trimming and lawn maintenance within the Regional road allowances and at Regional Public Works properties and facilities.
• Brushing, grubbing and pruning within the Regional right-of-way and at Regional properties and facilities.
• Traffic control-related work (e.g. flagging, setting up and tearing down safety devices) on Regional work sites.
• Poster removal, debris and litter pickup.
• Painting, cleaning, and stocking within Regional Public Works facilities.
• Utilizing hand tools and small power tools to perform general assembly and labour (indoor and outdoor).
• Performing daily mechanical safety checks of assigned equipment and adding fluids, etc. as required.
• Performing other operations-related activities associated with summer roadway maintenance.
• Assisting with planting, pruning, maintenance, and removal of trees on Regional property.
• Assist Sign manufacturing shop in fabrication of custom and roadway signs
• Assist pavement marking section with the application of pavement markings on roadways and/or parking lots by means of zone marking machines
• Compost and yard waste analysis and entry
• Assisting with various diversion program for Waste Management and assisting contractors
• Facilitating waste compaction studies
• Performs other duties as assigned.

In order to qualify, applicants must be starting or returning to full-time, post-secondary studies in September 2024 -please review the posting for all requirements.

EDUCATION

• Completion of an high school diploma or equivalency (ex. GED) is required
• Must be enrolled in/returning to full-time post-secondary studies in September 2025 (upon completion of summer employment)
• Valid CPR and First Aid certification is an asset.
• Valid chainsaw and brush chipper certification is an asset.
• Valid Traffic Control Ontario Traffic Manual Book 7 training is an asset.

SKILLS

• Strong customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Competent health and safety awareness.
• Computer skills (e.g. email, internet, word processing).
• Ability to maintain orderly and accurate records.
• Requires lifting over 16 Kg. (35 lbs.), when moving equipment.
• Must possess a mechanical aptitude and knowledge of basic tools and mechanical equipment related to road maintenance activities.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to start full-time work no later than May 5, 2024 (unless otherwise agreed to by the Hiring Manager).
• Must be able to work the hours and duration of work outlined in the job posting.
• A valid and restriction-free G class license is preferred.
• Physical demands: the position requires the ability to perform physical activities such as walking, lifting, bending, twisting, climbing, crouching, sitting, and standing for long periods of time.
• Work is performed mostly outdoors, but does include indoor work as required.
• Frequent exposure to traffic, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, and sunlight.
• Occasionally exposed to dust/dirt, noise, chemical/cleaning substances, grease/oil, odour, fumes, and vibration.
• Occasionally exposed to road kill, spent needles and other debris.

• Grass cutting, line trimming and lawn maintenance within the Regional road allowances and at Regional Public Works properties and facilities.
• Brushing, grubbing and pruning within the Regional right-of-way and at Regional properties and facilities.
• Traffic control-related work (e.g. flagging, setting up and tearing down safety devices) on Regional work sites.
• Poster removal, debris and litter pickup.
• Painting, cleaning, and stocking within Regional Public Works facilities.
• Utilizing hand tools and small power tools to perform general assembly and labour (indoor and outdoor).
• Performing daily mechanical safety checks of assigned equipment and adding fluids, etc. as required.
• Performing other operations-related activities associated with summer roadway maintenance.
• Assisting with planting, pruning, maintenance, and removal of trees on Regional property.
• Assist Sign manufacturing shop in fabrication of custom and roadway signs
• Assist pavement marking section with the application of pavement markings on roadways and/or parking lots by means of zone marking machines
• Compost and yard waste analysis and entry
• Assisting with various diversion program for Waste Management and assisting contractors
• Facilitating waste compaction studies
• Performs other duties as assigned