Job Description

Cornwall is a vibrant community with a population of 47,000, nestled along the scenic St. Lawrence River in Eastern Ontario. The city boasts a variety of urban amenities, making it an ideal place for summer students to kickstart their careers. With a thriving economy, growing population, and excellent quality of life, there's never been a better time to begin your professional journey with the City of Cornwall!


Cornwall is a diverse and forward-thinking community where residents and newcomers feel safe, welcomed, and enjoy a high quality of life. The city supports this with access to financially responsible and sustainable municipal services and infrastructure. Whether you're looking to gain valuable work experience, build your network, or simply enjoy the beautiful surroundings, Cornwall offers a fantastic environment for summer students to grow and succeed.


Reporting to the Supervisor, Transportation, the Summer Student, Traffic position is responsible for:


• To work collect traffic data and input is data collection system.
• To be knowledgeable of, and to enforce, all City of Cornwall Policies and other relevant legislations, including but not limited to Ministry of Health regulations, TSSA Standards, Health & Safety etc.
• Attend all in service training.
• To perform AADT mapping.
• To assist in the data collection of roads reclassification.
• To conduct speed studies.
• To keep inventory of all street signs.
• To assist in pavement marking.
• To assist in maintaining street light inventories.
• To update various departmental databases.
• To be a representative of the City of Cornwall and maintain outstanding public relations skills and professional image at all times.
• All other duties as assigned.


Required Qualifications:


• Full-time day student at a recognized secondary or post-secondary institution and be returning to full time attendance the fall of 2025.
• Knowledge in AutoCAD (GIS Plus).
• Keen Knowledge of databases.
• Valid Class G2 or G Driver's License.


Asset Qualifications:


Bilingualism is considered an asset.

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If selected for this role, you may be required to work the following shifts:


• Monday-Thursday -- 7:00-10:00am // 11:30am-1:30pm // 3:00-6:00pm


• Fridays -- 7:00am-12:00pm // 1:00pm-4:00pm


• Line Painting (on occasion, based on operational needs) -- 7:00pm-6:00am




If selected for this role, you will need to provide:


• Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory CRJMC (Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check), at the candidate's own expense.
• Must provide a satisfactory driver's abstract
• Successful reference check (two work-related references, with a minimum of one being a direct supervisor)
• Verification of school status


All Summer Students must be Full-time day students at a recognized secondary or post-secondary institution and be returning to full time attendance in the fall of 2025.


Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet each of the required qualifications. Please note, selection for further consideration will be based on the information you provide in your application. The Corporation of The City of Cornwall strives to promote and demonstrate the values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. We are committed to reflecting the diversity of the community we serve and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.


We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.


The deadline for submissions is March 5, 2025, at 3:30pm (EST). Please save a copy of this posting for your records. Interviews may be conducted virtually through Microsoft Teams or in-person.


Additional Information:

Approximate Start Date & End Date: May 2025 - August 2025

Job Type: Student

Work Shifts: Varies

Work Location: 1225 Ontario Street, Cornwall, ON K6H 3E1

Salary: $18.00-$19.00 hourly

Unionized? Yes, CUPE 3251

Benefits: Employee Assistance Plan, Free Parking


To see the full job posting, please visit https://www.cornwall.ca/en/city-hall/careers.aspx