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The Town of Ajax, situated on the northern shore of Lake Ontario, is an innovative municipal sector leader that provides a variety of services to one of the fastest growing communities in Ontario. With over 130,000 residents, Ajax\'s rich heritage and culturally diverse community make it a great place to work and live.

Seasonal Employee - Fleet Services

Reporting to Fleet Services, the Seasonal Employee will be responsible for inspecting and maintaining the seasonal lawn care equipment (large area mowers, push mowers and weed trimmers) to ensure it is in good operating condition and ready for daily use.

Qualifications/Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Nine (9) months relevant experience with machines and equipment and skilled in the operation of various shop tools as well as being physically capable of performing all the duties as required
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and exercise good judgment along with knowledge of legislation applicable to the position
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to work with limited supervision and as part of a team
• Good time management skills and flexibility in adjusting between a variety of duties
• Class G driver\'s license in good standing and clear driver\xe2\x80\x99s abstract
• Ability to provide a current criminal record check satisfactory to the Town
  

What is offered to staff

• Rate of Pay: $24.07 - $27.05 per hour (Rates increase to $24.55 - $27.58 April 2023, as per the Collective Agreement.)
• Hours of Work: This is a unionized position that works a 40 hour work week in varying weather conditions. Seasonal Labourers are assigned to a crew and crews may be required to work a rotating shift, including days, evenings and weekend shifts.
• Duration of Employment: This seasonal position works up to 150 days from about April to the end of November each year and is based on the operational needs of the department.
• Probationary Period: Seasonal Labourers are required to complete a six (6) month probationary period and if the probation is successful, then the Seasonal Labourer will be invited to return in subsequent seasons.
• Town Perks: The Town offers Seasonal Labourers paid sick days, family days; Employee & Family Assistance Program; Health & Wellness Program, Town of Ajax Fitness Centre membership; plus a defined benefits pension (OMERS pension - https://www.omers.com/).

How to Apply

This position is being advertised concurrently to internal and external candidates and applications are accepted online. To apply to this position, please click the \xe2\x80\x98\xe2\x80\x99 button below. Internal closing date: 11:59 p.m. on April 1, 2023
External closing date: 11:59 p.m. on April 06, 2023 Members of CUPE bargaining unit will be considered first in accordance with the collective agreement. If there are no qualified candidates from within the bargaining unit, consideration may be given to other applicants. We would like to thank all applicants however, please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted and all other applicants will be kept on file. Applicants are advised that written, oral and practical testing may form part of the selection process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Town of Ajax is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and accessibility within the workplace where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. The Town embraces diversity and gender expression through policy, staff training and providing positive spaces. The Town encourages applications from all qualified candidates. If selected for an interview, please inform Human Resources staff of any accommodation you may require during the process.