Crossing Guard - Part Time

Town of Tillsonburg • Tillsonburg, ON

11d • CA$20 - CA$23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Town of Tillsonburg is looking for a responsible Crossing Guard to join our By-Law Services Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for escorting school children across the roadway safely at designated school crossing locations, in accordance with: the Highway Ontario Traffic Act, The Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Town of Tillsonburg guidelines and procedures.

Requirements

• OSSD or equivalent.
• Strong public relations abilities with good verbal and listening communication skills.
• Must be alert, able to maintain a high degree of concentration, with visual and hearing ability to recognize traffic at a safe a distance (approx 300 feet).
• Ability to walk pedestrians safely across busy intersections and react safely and quickly to traffic conditions.
• Must be able to display a school crossing stop sign (weight up to 5 lbs) in an upright position so that it is visible to vehicular traffic approaching each direction and extend the other arm out parallel for one – three minutes on a frequent basis.
• Ability to perform all physical requirements of the activities.
• Must be able to perform duties outside in all diverse weather conditions.
• Successful applicant must obtain acceptable security clearance (must provide a Criminal Record Check including the vulnerable sector and pardoned sexual offenders) from the Ontario Provincial Police at the applicant’s expense.
• Medical certificate may be required upon request.
• Supply of a personal vehicle may be required.

Responsibilities

• Must obey all established traffic safety regulations to ensure children (going to and from school) are assisted in crossing roadways at designated locations.
• To wear safety equipment (eg. safety vest) supplied by the Town of Tillsonburg at all times while on duty.
• To report any incidents or accidents involving traffic and/or children to the supervisor and appropriate police or school officials.
• Have good working knowledge of the Highway Traffic Act and Occupational Health & Safety Act as it relates to the job, to be aware and comply with Conditions of Employment and instructions as provided by the Town of Tillsonburg.
• To arrive at crossings at specified times and remain at crossing throughout specified time.
• Attends all scheduled meetings and training sessions for school crossing guards.
• Aware of safe work practices relating to job responsibilities and have basic understanding of the Occupational Health & Safety Act as it relates to the work environment.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures for the Town.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED