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Reporting directly to the Environmental Superintendent, this position directs and supervises the daily work activities of the Environmental staff to ensure the efficient operation of the Town’s drinking water treatment plant, wastewater treatment plant and water distribution system.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Be available to answer emergency calls after hours, including weekends

Responsibilities 

• Act as Overall Responsible Operator (ORO)
• Supervise and assign work to the operating staff to ensure that systems are operated & maintained as required
• Implements and coordinate a preventative maintenance plan for the three systems
• Ensure compliance with Drinking Water and Wastewater regulations & legislations
• Ensure that all health and safety regulations, standards and policies are followed
• Operate systems and related equipment as required
• Handles day-to-day labour relations matters, including adherence to the Collective Agreement and handling of grievances and the imposition of discipline as required
• Be available to address issues that may arise after hours (on-call)
• Performs other duties, responsibilities and functions as assigned

Requirements

• University degree in engineering, environmental technology or any other related field.
• Hold or be willing to obtain a Class IV water distribution certification, Class IV water treatment certification, and Class IV wastewater treatment license, or equivalent certifications from another Canadian province or territory. 
• Three (3) years of experience in personnel management
• Manual skills in mechanics and equipment maintenance, such as pumps, valves, motors and other advanced complex rotating equipment
• Ability to analyze problems and issues, evaluate alternatives, and develop sound conclusions, recommendations, and action plans
• Experience with inventory and preventative maintenance programs in an operational or production environment.
• Knowledge in emergency response scenarios, including response to environmental spills, power failures, flooding, and general operational challenges on a 24/7 basis
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, CityWide, OneDrive, GIS, and SCADA)
• Thorough knowledge of MECP Regulations and Operating Guidelines plus any other legislation relevant to the duties
• Hold a valid driver's license
• Excellent communication skills in French and English (oral and written).  The work environment is Francophone. 

Remuneration

The annual salary offered for this full-time position (40 hours/week) ranges from $88,287 to $107,416 per year. The Corporation of the Town of Hawkesbury offers very attractive benefits.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please email your cover letter and resume by May 16, 2025. 

The Corporation of the Town of Hawkesbury promotes equal opportunity.  It would like to thank all those who apply. However, only the applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Reporting to the Director of Public Works and Engineering, the candidate will participate in the effective management of Technical Services capital projects, adhering to strict professional standards to ensure safety and quality while controlling costs and project schedules.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITY

• Defines needs by drafting technical quotes for collaborative tenders and evaluates bids with the various departments involved.
• Supervises and inspects the work to ensure the quality of the material and respects of the contract’s conditions.
• Provides an advisory role in maintaining asset records and long-term planning.
• Participates in the preparation of Technical Services capital budgets.
• Prepare any grant or funding application that would apply to planned or approved projects.
• Acts as a Project Manager for major projects in the municipality.
• Represents the municipality with agencies and government programs on capital projects.
• Update our capital management structure as well as other relevant electronic files.

ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

• College diploma in civil engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar function including project management and quality control.
• Knowledge of Municipal Laws, methods and acquisition process of goods and services, and Ontario provincial standards for roads and public works, an asset.
• Fluently bilingual, French and English, both orally and in writing.
• Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project. Knowledge of AutoCad and mapping software, an asset.
• Ability to use needed equipment to prepare plans such as laser level, GPS, total station, etc.
• Strong people skills at all levels.
• Be results-oriented and with a goal to maintain quality of service.
• Great planning and organizing skills.
• Excel in customer service, autonomy and meeting deadlines.
• Rigorous, meticulous and demonstrate great professional work ethic 
• Capacity to express and simplify financial data, assets technical needs and concepts of project management

SALARY

This permanent full-time position (35hours/week) has a salary range from $70,073 to $85,249 annually.  The Town offers a very attractive complete range of benefits.

If you are interested, send your cover letter and resume by May 19th, 2025.

The Corporation of the Town of Hawkesbury would like to thank all those who apply. However, only the applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.  Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received.  We may communicate with candidates meeting the profile sought before the end of the posting in order to fill the position promptly. 

Schedule

• Shifts including weekends

 Requirements

-         High School Diploma

-         Possess the appropriate certification as per the Ministry of the Environment of Ontario’s regulations or the equivalent

-         Have two (2) years of relevant experience

-         Manual skills in mechanic and equipment maintenance, an asset

-         Ability to read and interpret control devices

-         Knowledge and experience in laboratory

-         Knowledge in computers (EXCEL and SCADA System)

-         Be on call on rotation

-         Must live within 25 minutes of the workplace

-         Hold a valid driver’s licence

-         Bilingualism (French and English).  Please note that the working environment is French.

-         Initiative and autonomy

 Salary

This full-time permanent unionized position has an hourly wage starting at $25.76 as operator in training according to the Collective Agreement presently in force. Note that the salary is adjusted upon obtaining new certifications – class 1-4 in the different skill area.  The Corporation of the Town of Hawkesbury offers very attractive benefits and a competitive pension plan.

 Please send your covering letter and résumé by email no later than May 18, 2025.

The Corporation of the Town of Hawkesbury would like to thank all those who apply. However, only the applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.  Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received.   We may communicate with candidates meeting the profile sought before the end of the posting in order to fill the position promptly.  

The successful candidate carries out smoke alarm inspection tasks in residential buildings and supports the fire department team in order to meet fire prevention objectives and reduce risks.

Skills sought:

Good French and English communication (oral and written)
Ability to provide good service to residents
Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
Writing ability
Organizational skills and good ability to manage priorities
Autonomy 
Valid driver’s licence, an asset

Why apply?

Develop your skills in a dynamic and professional environment.
Get ready to face challenges in the fire industry.
Join a passionate team involved in the community.

The expected hourly remuneration is $22 

The maximum duration of employment is 16 weeks, ending in the third week of August. 

Do you believe you have the necessary skills to fill this position? Do not hesitate to submit your resume and cover letter, at https://www.hawkesbury.ca/en/my-town/employment-opportunities-at-town-of-hawkesbury, by following the application process on our site.  Send us everything quickly. 

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The successful candidate accompanies the public works team in order to help them in their daily work tasks by carrying out work physically demanding, among other things, cutting grass, road patch filling and following the public works crews to help in different daily tasks.

Skills sought:

Physical endurance (summer heat)

Manual skills

Autonomy, if necessary

Teamwork, as needed

Punctual and reliable

Valid driver’s licence, an asset

Why apply?

Develop your skills in a dynamic environment.

Prepare to take on challenges with the public works team.

Join a passionate team involved in the safety of the community's road network.

The expected hourly remuneration is $18 

The maximum duration of employment is 16 weeks, ending in the third week of August. Some of our positions must be filled by the beginning of April.

Do you believe you have the necessary skills to fill this position? Do not hesitate to submit your resume and cover letter, at https://www.hawkesbury.ca/en/my-town/employment-opportunities-at-town-of-hawkesbury, by following the application process on our site.  Send us everything quickly. 

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The Recreational Activities Monitor reports to the Recreation and Tourism Coordinator. The successful candidate monitors skating activities (on the rink and surrounding), multifunctional room activities and participate to all activities related to the sports library.

Main Tasks

• Monitors all skating activities on the rink and enforces rules to ensure user safety
• Monitors all activities in the multifunctional room and enforces rules and schedules in order to ensure user safety
• Ensures the overall cleanliness & equipment storage
• With the help of the Information Desk employees and in accordance with the procedures, ensures the loan & return of the sports library equipment.

Requirements

• Comfortable on skates
• Basic knowledge of racquet sports
• Must be bilingual (French and English) 
• Initiative and interpersonal skills
• Able to work with a minimum of supervision
• Reliable, responsible, punctual and resourceful
• Be in good physical shape

Salary

$ 17.20 hourly

Please send your cover letter and resume by email to resshum@hawkesbury.ca

The Corporation of the Town of Hawkesbury would like to thank all those who apply. However, only the applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.  Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received.  

The Information Desk Clerk I reports to the Director of Recreation and Tourism. The successful candidate performs customer service duties at the front desk of the Sports Complex, monitors activities of participants, issues equipment and provides program and membership information to customers.

Requirements

• Secondary education (in progress or completed)
• Hold 6 months to a year of relevant experience (cashier, customer service)
• Ability to learn new computer software
• Hold a valid First Aid certificate, an asset
• To be available to work on weekdays and weekends shifts
• Bilingualism (French and English) oral and written.  Working environment is francophone

Salary

This unionized position has a salary of $17.20 per hour. 

In addition to their regular schedule, the chosen candidate must be available, in order to carry out last minute replacements or to fill-in for colleagues on leave.  The schedule may be modified occasionally for special events. 

Please apply on our website and add your covering letter and resume. 

The Recreation and Culture Department is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Lifeguard to supervised the indoor public pool

Schedule

• Variable (days and or evenings and or weekends)

Requirements

• Current National Lifeguard Certification
• Current Standard First Aid / CPR C
• Current Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification, an asset
• Reliable and responsible
• Must be fluent in both English and French

Salary

$18.16 hourly, according to the Collective Agreement presently in force.

The Recreation and Culture Department is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Aquafitness Instructor to plan and instruct aquatic fitness classes at the Robert Hartley Sports Complex.

Schedule

• Variable (weekdays, weeknights)

Requirements

• Certification and experience in aquafit
• Current National Lifeguard Certification, an asset
• Current General First Aid Certification with CPR-C
• Available weekdays and week nights
• Must be fluent in both French and English

Salary

$27.42 hourly, according to the Collective Agreement presently in force

Other Details

You must complete the form included on this page and submit your curriculum vitae as well as your cover letter.

Reporting to the Director of public safety, the school crossing guard ensures the safety and wellbeing of all pedestrians as they cross a street near primary schools in the territory of Corporation of the Town of Hawkesbury.

RESPONSIBILITY 

• Analyze the environment to determine the danger zone, assess and stop traffic safely
• Give children safety instructions and ensure they are respected
• Control dangerous behaviour of children during crossing of the street
• Collaborate in school safety campaigns
• Perform any other task related to its function and/or required by its immediate supervisor    (e.g. special events)

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bilingualism (French and English)
• Knowledge of traffic and safety rules
• Responsible, punctual, cautious and vigilent
• Excellent visual and hearing acuity
• Physical condition necessary (standing work)
• Having one (1) year of relevant experience with such clientele, an asset
• First aid training, an asset
• Autonomy

SALARY :

$27.55 hourly

NORMAL HOURS OF WORK

Depending on the street, crossing guards work between 7h30 and 9h00 in the morning also between 14h15 and 16h00 in the afternoon.

You must complete the form included on this page and submit your curriculum vitae as well as your cover letter.