THE MUNICIPALITY OF STRATHROY-CARADOC – SEASONAL JOB OPPORTUNITY 

CROSSING GUARD IN

STRATHROY OR MT BRYDGES

The Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc is looking for someone who shares our values of teamwork, respect, honesty and commitment. You will be joining a team of dedicated, professional and committed co-workers, willing to go the extra mile to serve residents and ratepayers. Our mission is to lead and serve our communities by pursuing opportunities, leveraging partnerships and managing our resources to achieve growth. The bar is set high, but we strive to reach it together.

If you are looking for an opportunity to learn and grow and promote positive change in a friendly, safe environment, we’d love to hear from you!

STRATHROY-CARADOC… URBAN OPPORTUNITY, RURAL HOSPITALITY

The Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc is accepting applications for Crossing Guards in Strathroy or Mt Brydges. 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The primary responsibility of the Crossing Guard is to provide for the safe movement of students when students are on their way to and from school. Crossing guards assist students crossing public roadways and intersections by observing gaps in the traffic and leading the students across the roadway or intersection. The Crossing Guard works approximately two (2) hours per day (1 hour in the morning and 1 hour in the afternoon), Monday through Friday, during the public school year (September through June). Specific hours worked will be determined by area of assignment. A Spare Crossing Guard will fill in when a Full-Time Crossing Guard is unavailable for their shifts.

GOAL STATEMENT:

As a member of the Municipal team, each employee is responsible for serving the citizens of Strathroy-Caradoc by meeting the ratepayers’ needs and expectations, as articulated by Council, by striving to be the best in everything we do through attitude, training and creativity, and for representing the Municipality as a strong, integrated organization dedicated to quality, sustainable and viable services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist students who are on their way to and from school in safely crossing roadways and intersections.
• Watch for gaps in traffic and walk students across roadway or intersection while holding a “STOP” sign in such a manner as to be visible to approaching vehicles.
• Communicate traffic and crossing rules and other information to students and adults in a positive and effective manner.
• Keep knowledge levels current by participating in job-related training.
• Maintain a well-groomed, neat and clean appearance and wear the safety attire provided at all times.
• Exceptional customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Energetic, positive attitude and ability to work independently.
• Safety conscious and sound judgement.
• Understand and comply with the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc policies and procedures, and Occupational Health and Safety Act.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum completion of Grade 10 or equivalent

• Ability to work one (1) hour in the morning and/or afternoon

• Must be able to stand/walk for a minimum of sixty (60) minutes in duration

• Must be able to work in an outdoor environment including extreme temperatures and adverse weather conditions

• Must be able to extend an arm out parallel to shoulder height holding a “STOP” sign (weight of approximately 1 pound)

• Flexibility to accept last-minute shifts considered an asset for Spare Crossing Guards

• First Aid / CPR certification considered an asset

• Provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check prior to starting employment

• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada

COMPENSATION:

Wage:  Band 1 - $18.29 - $22.86 per hour (2026 rates) Benefits: Voluntary enrolment in the OMERS pension plan. To learn more about OMERS, please visit https://www.omers.com/nft. [https://www.omers.com/nft]

Posting Type: Existing Vacancy

Closing Date: When Filled

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Personal information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only for employment purposes. The Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc is an equal opportunity employer.  Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process.  Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.