Spare Crossing Guard

Job Summary

Service Area : Infrastructure Development and Enterprise

Department : Engineering and Transportation Services

Division : Transportation Services

Work Location : Spare Guard Position covering various locations across the city

Work Mode : In-person

Job Type : Spare guard

Job Type and Duration : Part-time Seasonal

Number of Open Positions : 3

Salary : $19.09 per hour a maximum 10 hours per week.

Posting Period : January 9 2026 to January 16 2026 at 11 : 59 P.M.

Why Join the City of Guelph

When you join the City of Guelph you join a team of over 2000 employees who deliver services the community relies on every day. Together we are bringing to life Guelphs vision of an inclusive connected and prosperous city where we look after each other and our environment. As a single tier municipality we offer a variety of occupations and career specialities within our organization. Guided by the goals and objectives of the Future Guelph : Strategic Plan and committed to the Corporate Values of integrity service inclusion wellness and learning the candidate will aid in the achievement of the Community Vision for an inclusive connected prosperous city.

Position Overview

Do you want to give back to your community Do you want to keep children and pedestrians safe Do you enjoy working outside Become a school crossing guard!

Crossing guards are provided only when schools are open. You dont work when school is out including weekends PD days and all holidays. Daily shifts are scheduled Monday to Friday between 7 : 45 to 9 a.m. and 2 : 45 to 4 p.m. on days when school is in.

Key duties and responsibilities

Between the months of September and June ensure the safe crossing of pedestrians and students as they travel to and from school.

Self-motivated personable and able to communicate effectively you will ensure elementary students cross safely at designated school crossing locations in the city of Guelph. You are required to obey all established safety regulations and report and document any concerns. You will work either one or two shifts per day at school bell times from Monday to Friday in various weather and traffic conditions. Access to reliable transportation is required. Employment will be subject to providing a satisfactory vulnerable police record check.

Available Locations

Please list the below criteria on your resume or application for the spare guard position :

1. Spare guard (for both shifts) at various locations across the city of Guelph will require the successful applicant to have a reliable vehicle.

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Hours of work

Daily shifts are scheduled between 7 : 45 to 9 a.m. and 2 : 45 to 4 p.m.

How to apply

If you are interested in providing safer routes to school for students there are three ways to apply :

• Complete the application form and email it to mail it to Christine Vettor at 1 Carden Street Guelph Ontario N1H 3A1 or drop it off at the Service Guelph counter at City Hall.
• Submit your resume by email to
• Call to speak to Christine directly about this opportunity.

Hiring Process Transparency

The City of Guelph is committed to fair and transparent recruitment practices. Candidates who participate in an interview for this position will be notified of the hiring decision within 45 days of their interview. Notifications will be provided in writing or through technology.

Commitment to Diversity & Accessibility

The City of Guelph is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees feel welcome valued and engaged. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All employment practices are solely based on individual merit qualifications and organizations needs at the keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act we are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals in our job application procedures. If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process you may contact us to make your needs known in advance.

Privacy Notice

Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment. We thank all candidates in advance; however only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

For more information

Christine Vettor Supervisor ASCG Program

Transportation Services

Engineering and Transportation Services

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Key Skills

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Employment Type : Hourly

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1