SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD Temporary Job

CLOSING DATE: December 31, 2024

 

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:

 

Reporting to the Supervisor, Crossing Guards, this position is responsible to safely escort pedestrians, as defined in the Highway Traffic Act (HTA) across roadways at designated school crossings by monitoring traffic flow gaps and assuming right of way, while adhering to regulations, policies and procedures.

• • Control and obey all regulations, policies and procedures to ensure pedestrians are safely assisted at designated school crossings.
  • Provide exceptional customer service to the public, ensuring safe crossing rules are communicated clearly, followed and reinforced as required.
  • Document and communicate all incidents and/or unsafe conditions to management, school officials and/or Peel Regional Police.
  • Adhere to emergency vehicle right of way, ensuring they have priority over both vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
  • Comply with all safety requirements by using and wearing all required safety equipment and clothing.
  • Assist in training new crossing guards as required.

 

SELECTION CRITERIA:

• • Must have the ability to remain alert and perform responsibilities quickly and safely.
  • Must have excellent customer service skills and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with management, pedestrians, residents, school officials and police.
  • Must be able to move briskly and repeatedly in and out of intersection and stand for 45 to 90 minutes, 3 times a day in all weather conditions.
  • Must be able to extend an arm out parallel to shoulder holding a “STOP” sign (weight of approximately 1 pound) for up to one minute frequently.
  • Must be able to effectively hear and see oncoming traffic at a safe distance (approximately 300 feet).
  • Previous experience dealing with the public and/or children is an asset.
  • Training on the Highway Traffic Act and Health and Safety Act as it relates to the job and City policies and procedures is provided to all School Crossing Guards by the City.
  • A Police Vulnerable Sector Check is required at applicant expense.
  • A Medical Evaluation is required at applicant expense.

 

 

**Preference will be given to students that have a permanent residency in Brampton.  

 

**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

 

Alternate formats will be provided upon request.

 

Interview:  Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.

Brampton is a Canadian city in Ontarios Greater Toronto Area. Its Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives is housed in 19th-century and contemporary buildings. In the center of downtown is the Rose Theatre, a major performing arts venue. In front, Garden Square hosts big-screen movies and live events. Green spaces include Gage Park with its floral gardens. To the north sits Historic Bovaird House, a Victorian home.