Summer Student Labourers – Public Works Department (8 vacancies)

Summer Student Labourers – Public Works Department (8 vacancies) Reporting to :   Public Works Supervisor / Assistant Supervisor Department :   Public Works  Classification :   Summer Student; Unionized Salary Range :   $19.71 / hour as per Schedule “A” Starting Date :   April / May 2026 Application Deadline :   No later than 4 : 00pm January 16, 2026 Why Woodstock?

The City of Woodstock is a rapidly growing city at the heart of Oxford County.

When you work for the City you get to be part of an incredible team of dedicated people with a range of skills and experiences to share.

Our team works together to help build a strong, connected community where people have access to the services they need, while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle.

Job Summary Are you looking for a hands-on role that allows you to get outside?

Want to work with a great team and take on new challenges?

We’re hiring summer student labourers to help deliver essential services to our community.

This position helps to keep the City looking great by cutting grass on boulevards, picking up litter, replacing signs and helping various Public Works Crews.

Responsibilities Operate machinery such as String trimmers, leaf blowers, push mowers, and riding mowers, Collect and dispose of garbage and litter as directed, and assist with garbage and recycling collection, Assist the Traffic Department with street sign replacement and traffic lane painting, Assist the Road Maintenance and Restoration Crews with Traffic Control, asphalt, and pothole repair, Assist with setup and takedown of special events and city functions, Assist with Sanitary lateral repair and cleaning, catch basin cleaning and repair, Perform other related duties as directed by the Supervisor of Works or designate.

Qualifications Essential : Minimum Grade 12 and must be returning to a post-secondary school.

Must be able to work in all weather conditions and be physically able to perform duties.

Must have Class G2 Ontario Driver’s License in good standing Preferred : Standard First Aid and CPR training Experience operating a wide variety of handheld powered equipment Training with MTO Book 7 for Temporary Conditions, and proven knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other applicable legislation.

Working Conditions Scheduled 40-hour workweek, which includes weekends and alternate shift hours, Will be required to work in adverse weather conditions, May be required to work overtime.

Thank you for your interest in working with the City.  Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.  Interviews will take place in February 2026.    The City of Woodstock is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds.

We embrace equity, diversity, justice, inclusion and belonging and we’re committed to building a team that represents many backgrounds, perspectives and skills, representative of the communities we serve.

The more inclusive we are, the better our work and workplace will be.

We are committed to creating a workplace where people experience meaningful work, a sense of hope and optimism, an environment of trust, and inspired results.

If this sounds like an environment in which you would like to work, apply here today!

We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to a further diversification of ideas.

Please note : Immediate family member, as per City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015, shall not be employed in the City of Woodstock in any capacity under the following circumstances, but not limited to wherein the family member is in a supervisory or management capacity or responsible for the work of the individual or the department.

A conflict of interest must be declared to the Director of Human Resources as outlined in the City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015 as soon as it has been identified.

In accordance with the  Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005  and the Ontario Human Rights Code , the City of Woodstock will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and / or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and / or assessment process, please inform the City’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation by contacting hr@cityofwoodstock.ca.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Personal Privacy Act , personal information collected will only be used for candidate selection.

Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

We invite all qualified applicants to submit their resume and cover letter via online at  https : / / cityofwoodstock.applytojob.com / .

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