Summer Student

Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.

As a summer student at Halton, you will gain the experience you need to build a bright future by working alongside experts in their field.

This position will be required to work 100% in person, on site.

Posting ID: 4647

Department: Health

Division: Paramedic Services

Pay Range:

1st Term - $20.61

2nd Term - $21.64

3rd Term - $22.72

4th Term - $23.86

Job Type: Student

Vacancies: 2

Contract Duration: May 4, 2026 to August 28, 2026

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week

Work Location: Logistics Center at 1157 Blair Rd, Burlington

Employee Group: OCT

Posting Date: December 15, 2025

Application Deadline: January 5, 2026

To be eligible to apply for a summer 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 in the fall of 2026.

This role is responsible for providing support to Halton Region's Paramedic Services by maintaining the stock and cleanliness of medical equipment, stations, and vehicles.

• Assist Logistics Officers, Paramedics and Management staff with a wide variety of tasks.
• Provide support with lifting, supply order picking, and delivery of supplies and materials.
• Perform cleaning and maintenance of specialized medical equipment, stations and vehicles.
• Assist with vehicle movement, shipping and receiving, maintaining documentation, and updating equipment logs.
• Provide customer service as required.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work as a team and independently.

Preferred

• Enrolled in a Paramedic or related post-secondary program.
• Certification in CPR, First Aid, a working knowledge of medical supplies and equipment.
• Experience working with MS Word and Excel.
• Ambulance related experience.

Working Conditions

• The incumbent will be required to operate a Regional vehicle.
• The ability to work various shifts is required.
• Must be able to perform all the necessary physical tasks associated with the position and may be required to lift up to 50lbs.
• The incumbent must be able to provide a current complete record of immunization according to the Ontario provincial immunization schedule.

Employment Conditions

• A valid F class driver's license is required. The incumbent must provide a copy of their Ontario F class 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 Records Check by the first day of employment.
• Record of Influenza Immunization will be required.

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 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 650,000 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.