Opening Statement

The City of Kingston is grateful to experience the traditional territories of Anishinabek (Ah-nish-nah-beg), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen-dat). Kingston is a smart, livable city in the heart of eastern Ontario. Its reliable and diversified economy includes global corporations, innovative start-ups and all levels of government.

As staff, you play a pivotal role in enhancing people's lives by delivering exceptional, customer-centered services of the highest quality. Within our highly ethical environment, you'll embrace accountability by consistently going above and beyond, actively listening to our customers, creatively addressing their needs, and maintaining unwavering respect for all individuals you serve. As a result, you'll become an integral part of our qualified and dynamic team, recognized for its compassion, excellence, integrity, inclusivity, and adaptability.

Position Summary

Ensure parks, open spaces, and outdoor amenities are safe, clean, and accessible

Responsible for park, sports field maintenance, including; grass trimming and cutting, leaf/grass raking, diamond infield care, trash and litter collection

Maintenance and care for dog park areas including grass trimming, minor fence maintenance and litter collection

Minor maintenance and care of park playgrounds surfaces and structures

Minor maintenance of splash pads and daily cleaning of surfacing

Cleaning of park and sports field public washrooms and documentation

Clean and maintain park furniture including park benches, trash cans, picnic tables and BBQ’s

Park special event support. Customer service interactions with park and sports field users





Perform traffic control duties in accordance with Book 7

Assist with general road crew labourer duties including shoveling, raking

Other duties as assigned

Shift hours of operation are between 7:00 am and 11:00 pm, (Monday to Sunday)

Must be available to start full-time work as of May 4, 2026, varied shifts including evenings and weekends

Qualifications, Competencies

MUST BE ENROLLED IN AND RETURNING TO FULL-TIME SECONDARY OR POST SECONDARY STUDIES IN FALL OF 2026 - Verification will be required

Preference will be given to applicants with a valid Class 'G' driver’s licence

Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation.

Skills, Abilities, Work Demands

Ability to work alone or in a team environment

Proven customer service skills

Proof of immunity to Tetanus and Hepatitis B may be required prior to start date

Ability to work outside in inclement weather conditions

Must be able to follow instructions and complete daily work assignments

Must provide and wear CSA approved protective footwear

Closing Statement

Your resumé must demonstrate how you meet position requirements. Please upload to your profile any educational Degrees, Diplomas and/or Certificates that are relevant and required for the position. We thank all who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The City of Kingston may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) assisted tools throughout the recruitment process. All final hiring decisions are made by qualified municipal staff.

📌 Public Works Student (Summer Student 2026) (Kingston)
🏢 City of Kingston
📍 Kingston