Summer Student - Utilities and Streetlight Maintenance

December 16 2024
Industries Public administration
Categories Electrical, Trades, Manual, Operator, Machinist
Markham, ON • Full time
The City of Markham is proud to be recognized for the 4th consecutive year as one of Canada's Best Employers by Forbes and Statista Inc. In 2024, the City of Markham is ranked the top city in Ontario and in the top 10 for Government Services. The recipient of multiple environmental awards, we are recognized for our innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives as well as our fiscal accountability. More than 357,000 residents call Markham home and benefit from our rich heritage, culturally diverse environment, vibrant local economy and focus on quality of life.

Applications are now being accepted for the Summer Student - Utilities and Streetlight Maintenance position in the Operations Department, Community Services Commission. To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume on-line by January 10, 2025.

Join us and make a lasting difference!

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist with addressing and closing streetlighting requests.
  • Assist with municipal consent permits.
  • Assist with streetlight site inspections.
  • Support the invoice review processes.
  • Update maps and streetlight attributes using ArcGIS applications.
  • Assist with mapping Utility Permits in ArcGIS application.
  • Assist with cost recoveries from developers and accidental damages.
  • Liase with internal and external parties as necessary.
  • Assist with tracking streetlight work orders using the Enterprise Asset Management tool.

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Ability to work independently.
  • Proficient use of ArcGIS applications.
  • Adept at reading and understanding blueprints.
  • Experienced user of Microsoft Office applications in a Windows environment.
  • Good communication and project Management skills.
  • Class 'G' driver's license.
  • Personal vehicle preferred (usage compensated).

Minimum Education Required:

  • Working towards Bachelor of civil engineering or electrical engineering at University or Diploma in engineering technician / technologist at College.

Core Behaviours:

  • Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
  • Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
  • Teamwork & Relationship Building: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
  • Communication: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
  • Accountable & Results Oriented: Demonstrates ethical behavior and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
  • Management & Leadership: Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example

The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.

Please respect our scent free area by not wearing scented products when visiting the office.

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