Summer Student - Road Operations
Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.
As a summer student at Halton, you will gain the experience you need to build a bright future by working alongside experts in their field.
This position will be required to work 100% in person, on site.
Posting ID: 4735
Department: Public Works
Division: Engineering, Construction & Transportation Management
Pay Range:
1st Term - $20.61
2nd Term - $21.64
3rd Term - $22.72
4th Term - $23.86
Job Type: Student
Contract Duration: May 4 to August 28, 2026
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville (Public Works)
Employee Group: OCT
Posting Date: December 15, 2025
Application Deadline: January 27, 2026
To be eligible to apply for a summer student position, you must meet the following criteria:
- Legally entitled to work in Canada as a student.
- In possession of a Social Insurance Number (card) at time of hire.
- Currently enrolled in a post-secondary educational institution on a full-time basis and returning to school in the Fall of 2026.
Job Summary
Talent Acquisition team to provide Job Summary at the time of posting.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to Road Operations and Maintenance staff relating to work and assets within the Regional road right-of-way including roads, traffic control devices, shoulders, roadside drainage, safety devices, etc.
- Perform field investigations within Halton Region Regional Road network, including inventories, assessments of infrastructure and observation of various deficiencies and contraventions associated with Halton Region’s Road By-laws.
- Provide periodic inspections of various maintenance works, including annual pavement marking program, crack sealing program, sweeping program, guiderail repairs, tree planting and maintenance, asphalt spot repairs, and permits.
- Perform inspections and condition assessments of the Tourist-Oriented Directional Signing (TODS) and Emergency Detour Route (EDR) program.
- Participate in multi-disciplinary teams that undertake both internal and external projects.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications
Essential
- Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Engineering or equivalent program.
- Demonstrated practical knowledge in Engineering principles, along with a general understanding of road maintenance and asset management practices.
- Possess strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills, along with critical problem-solving, customer service, and effective time management skills.
- Knowledge of OPS Standards, Ontario Traffic Manual (OTM), and Highway Traffic Act (HTA).
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office
Preferred
- Knowledge of databases and GIS applications is an asset.
- Experience working outdoors and near traffic within the Regional road corridor
- Experience safely operating fleet vehicles (pick-up trucks)
Working/ Employment Conditions
Working Conditions
- Travel will be required between locations within Halton Region; incumbent must supply their own transportation at times when a fleet vehicle is unavailable.
- Completing outdoor inspections near traffic within the Regional road corridor
Employment Conditions
- A current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Criminal Record Check, by the first day of employment.
- The successful candidate must possess and maintain a valid G class driver’s license.
- The incumbent will be required to drive a Regional vehicle and will be required to provide a copy of their driver’s license and a driver’s abstract, by their first day of employment.
Important information about your application:
- In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
- Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.
- Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
- We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
- Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
- If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.
Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community.
