Ongoing Recruitment for Crossing Guards (various locations)
Ongoing Recruitment for Crossing Guards (various locations)
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Job Description
Department
Operations & Environmental ServicesAffiliation
Non-Union
Compensation Range
$19.71 - $21.42Job Summary
The Crossing Guard is responsible for the safe crossing of pedestrians of all ages at designated crossing locations throughout the Town of Ajax. This role will also provide customer service to all using the crossing and to be aware at all times the activity at the crossing to ensure the safety of pedestrians.Job Duties Include
- Direct and supervise the movement of persons across the roadway
- Monitor vehicle and pedestrian traffic management at the crossing
- Educate pedestrians on safe crossing practices
- Respond to emergency issues involving vehicles and pedestrian traffic at a crossing
- Report safety issues to supervisor as required
- Provide customer service to the pedestrians and the public
- Champion of safety in the community on behalf of the Town of Ajax
Skills/Abilities:
- Able to stand at a crossing for up to five hours per day in all types of weather
- Able to work in adverse weather conditions including extremes of heat humidity cold rain snow sleet and wind and be capable of working under all types of road conditions exposure to traffic noise and exhaust from vehicles
- Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public
- Able to remain calm and use good judgment in emergency situations
- Able to work independently without supervision
- Must provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening Check before commencing work
What we offer to staff
- Rate of Pay: $19.71 - $21.42 per hour
- Hours of Work: This is a non-union position that works approximately 12 hours per week and depends on crossing location. School Crossing Guards work during the school year (September - June excludes holidays and PA days) and must be available to work shifts between the hours of 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday exact times are based on crossing guard location but range from 2 to 4.5 hours per day. School Crossing Guards are required to be at their assigned crossing site in the morning during lunchtime and after school.
- Town Perks: The Town offers part-time staff access to an Employee & Family Assistance Program Health & Wellness Program Town of Ajax Fitness Centre membership and a defined pension plan (OMERS pension - note: If you have applied to this position prior to June 16 2025 and are still interested in this position please apply to this new posting.
How to Apply
If this opportunity matches your interest and experience please click the Apply button above and apply by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date:
September 14 2025Current Town of Ajax employees should log into their Workday account to browse and apply to job postings.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Town of Ajax is committed to employment equity and building a workplace where all employees feel valued respected and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds especially those who have been historically excluded including Black and Indigenous people racialized communities disabled persons 2SLGBTQIA individuals and others facing systemic inequities. If selected for an interview you will be provided with an opportunity to indicate your access needs. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and respectful hiring process.
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Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment. We thank all candidates in advance; however only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.
Employment Type
Part-Time
