Overview
Crossing Guard Jobs in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada at City of Kitchener
Title: Crossing Guard
Company: City of Kitchener
Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Overview
As a Crossing Guard, you will assist in the safe movement of all pedestrians, including school children, by observing gaps in traffic and indicating when it is safe to cross. Your role ensures the safety of pedestrians at designated crossing points by assuming right-of-way and stopping vehicular traffic.
Responsibilities
- Helps all pedestrians, including children, safely cross roadways and intersections by stopping vehicular traffic at designated points.
- Watches for gaps in traffic and walk children across the roadway or intersection while holding a "stop" sign visible to approaching vehicles.
- Advises children on safe behavior.
- Reports issues or incidents to the supervisor.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education
Minimum equivalent to partial secondary school education.
Experience
Up to 1 month of related experience such as customer service or working/volunteering with others.
Additional Requirements
- Hours of work (may vary): Monday to Friday, approximately 1 hour shift between 8:00am to 9:30am and approximately 1 hour shift between 2:45pm to 4:00pm
- Access to reliable transportation and be able to travel to various locations across the city.
- Willing to undergo a medical check to ensure that the potential candidate is fit for duty as a condition of employment.
- Provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check at your own expense as a condition of employment.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Strong understanding of pedestrian road safety skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to work in a variety of weather conditions in all seasons.
- Able to work with youth.
- Reliable with a good attitude and employment record.
