Student, Roads

1 day ago

Maple Grove, Minnesota, Canada Provincial Government of Waterloo Full time

Job Number: 3843 
Job Type: Student 
Vacancy Reason: Temporary
Temp Contract Length: 4 Months 
Location: 100 Maple Grove Rd - Regional Operations Centre 
Job Category: Other 
Number of Positions: 2 
Department: South Patrol Yard 
Division: Transportation Services 
Hours of Work: 40 
Union:  OTHER 
Grade: Student Grade 06 
Salary Range: $ $21.23 per hour

About Us

The Region of Waterloo is a thriving, diverse community committed to fostering opportunities for current and future generations.  Waterloo Region is part of the Dish with One Spoon wampum, a treaty guiding our commitment to:

Taking only what we needLeaving some for others Keeping the dish clean

This agreement underpins our vision, mission, and core value, and reinforces our dedication to meaningful reconciliation and equity.

Waterloo Region is home to over 674,000 residents and expected to grow to nearly one million by 2051. Guided by our Strategic Plan, "Growing with Care," we prioritize homes for all, climate aligned growth, equitable services and opportunities and a resilient and future ready organization. Our mission is to provide essential services that enhance the quality of life for all residents, while our core value emphasizes caring for people and the land we share. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in our community.

Duties/Responsibilities Performs general maintenance activities on regional roads and roadsides, including general summer roads maintenance, operating small-sized vehicles (pick-ups, utility vehicles), and using hand tools and maintenance equipment.Cuts grass and vegetation, maintains flowerbeds, and performs shrub maintenance along regional roadsides and on selected regional properties, using hand equipment, power trimmers, and riding mowers.Performs concrete repairs on bridges, curbs/gutters, sidewalks, and catch basins/manholes, including removal and replacement.Performs cold/hot patching, dead animal removal, guide rail/cable maintenance, and drainage maintenance.Performs traffic control duties around worksites for own and crew's safety.Cleans and performs maintenance on bridge decks and structural components.Repairs potholes, asphalt road surfaces, and shoulders.Assists to install traffic control devices, including barrier rails and cables, posts and markers, temporary signs, barricades, and delineators.Work requires manual dexterity, visual concentration and attention to detail, frequent standing, walking, climbing, bending, stooping, reaching, and maintaining balanced footing on slopes and uneven ground.Lifts and carries equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 kg/110 lbs (with help over 50 lbs). Pushes and pulls equipment, pipes, and concrete parts weighing up to 100 kg/220 lbs (with assistance over 22 kg/50 lbs.Works outdoors on the regional road system and properties in varying weather conditions.Follows health and safety policies and procedures and uses personal protective equipment (e.g., protective clothing, masks, respirators) to mitigate risks associated with working around and with heat, dust, noise from equipment, traffic, various chemicals, and potentially hazardous materials or conditions.Performs related duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to read and understand policies, procedures, and instruction material such as safety notices, equipment operation manuals, safety data sheets, and product labels.Basic writing and math skills.Functional knowledge of the proper operation and use of job-related equipment.Knowledge of and ability to comply with policies, procedures, standards, regulations, and legislation.Ability to function effectively and safely in a variety of environmental conditions, including hazards related to the roads system.Communication skills to understand verbal instructions; interact positively with supervisors, staff, and the public; and participate as an effective team member.Ability to read, understand, and interpret traffic control plans.Ability to complete vehicle maintenance checklists and a daily log of hours spent operating equipment.Must have a valid G driver's license (or G2 with 3 years of driving experience) and acceptable driving record to operate corporate vehicles.Ability to support and demonstrate the Region's values. Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

To be considered for employment as a student, a person must be: registered as a full-time secondary or post-secondary student in an accredited institution, or currently recognized as having full-time status by the academic institution but applying for a school vacation, practicum or work term, or returning to full-time studies in the next academic term. Students who are in their final year of academic study and who are not intending to return to full-time studies are eligible for student employment up until the time they convocate.  Students participating in education and retraining programs at the post- secondary level, though not full-time students, are eligible for related student employment opportunities, where appropriate.


Region of Waterloo is committed to building a workforce through fair, equitable, and accessible hiring practices that allow us to hire qualified staff who reflect the diversity of the community we serve and to promote a respectful, inclusive, and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;persons who identify as women; and persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions

For questions or to request accommodations during your recruitment, onboarding or employment, please contact , or by calling our Service First Contact Centre at phone number

Please note: candidates will be provided an update on their application.  Please check your spam or junk folder occasionally as some candidates have noticed our emails in those folders (Gmail and Hotmail in particular).   

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