Operations Summer Student

Job Type:

Contract

Department:

Hourly Wage:

$18.41

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

February 1, 2026

Openings:

10Position SummaryThe Town of Milton's Operations & Environment Division is accepting applications for the contract position of Summer Student – Operations (Horticulture). Successful candidates must be able to work from May 1, 2026 – August 28, 2026. Reporting to the Supervisor, Operations & Forestry, this position is responsible for maintaining the horticulture beds on Town property.Major Job Responsibilities

Major Job Responsibilities

• Complete assigned horticultural work, including pruning perennials and shrubs in horticulture beds, planting annuals, perennials and shrubs, weeding, edging, mulching and watering various horticulture beds, and engaging in various horticultural work practices as required

• Operate specialized horticultural equipment in a safe and efficient manner

• Maintain written records as required, park bed maintenance work records, activity cards, traffic safety plans when required (for roadside hort. beds), site hazard assessments when required, etc.

• Duties include and are not limited to pruning projects, horticulture bed maintenance, address various miscellaneous service requests, bed watering, weeding, mulching, horticulture bed designs from time-to-time, etc.

• Assists other business units such as, the Town Arborists when needed for special arboricultural projects as directed (street tree elevation pruning, tree mulching, tree watering, tree stake removals, etc.).

• May occasionally provide Lead Hand duties and supervise fellow students during the temporary absence of Lead Hand staff

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

• Perform all 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 in the operation of various hand and power tools associated with horticultural bedding care 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.

Additional Skills

• Excellent customer service and problem solving skills are required

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Proven teamwork ability

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.

Interested applicants should apply online at under the Current Employment Opportunities section. The job posting closes at 12:00 am on February 1, 2026. Interested applicants, please ensure to apply by 11:59 pm on January 31, 2026. 

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.

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