Current Employment Opportunities

Seasonal Heavy Equipment Operator

• Operate in a safe manner a variety of heavy equipment including snow plow, sidewalk plow, motor grader, loader, bulldozer, backhoe and dump truck.
• Responsible for snow and ice removal on public roadways, sidewalks, and parking lots, often in the early morning hours, for long consecutive hours, and during unfavourable road and weather conditions.
• Complies with all health and safety requirements and is familiar with the Ontario Health and Safety Act and associated Regulations.

• Applicant must be able to report to the Walkerton, Greenock or Brant Shop within 30 minutes after being called
• Valid Class DZ Drivers Licence
• Clean Drivers Abstract
• Grade 12 or equivalent education
• Own transportation to and from work
• Flexible working hours
• Have some knowledge in repairs to equipment
• Have some experience in the operation of heavy equipment
• Operation of snowplow, grader and back hoe an asset
• Knowledge in construction and maintenance of roads an asset

Seasonal Sidewalk Maintainer/Equipment Operator

• Carries out work assignments, using a variety of vehicles, sidewalk maintenance equipment, hand and power tools, including manual labour as directed by the Lead Hand or Roads Supervisor.
• Responsible for the safe, effective use of equipment and using the correct equipment to perform all jobs.
• Responsible for snow and ice removal.
• Adheres to health and safety requirements.
• Complies with policies and procedures of the municipality.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by management.

• Must have a valid Class G Drivers Licence
• Applicant must be able to report to the designated location within 30 minutes after being called
• Clean Drivers Abstract
• Own transportation to and from work
• Flexible working hours
• Have some knowledge in repairs to equipment
• General knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Contract, Part-Time COVID-19 Screener

Brockton Child Care Centre & Walkerton Arena

The Municipality of Brockton is hiring COVID-19 Screeners to comply with the COVID-19 screening requirements at the Brockton Child Care Centre and at the Walkerton Arena. This is a 3 month contract (with the possibility of extension).

Candidates must be self-motivated, flexible, energetic and have the ability to follow policies.

Primary Responsibilities - Brockton Child Care Centre:

• Ensuring all families have completed the daily screening or actively screen children and families at arrival time according to the current COVID-19 regulations.
• Ensuring compliance with Child Care and Early Years Act, Health Department regulations, and Brockton policy and procedures.
• Ensuring a smooth transition of children at arrival to meet the needs, special needs, interests of all children and families.
• Escorting children to their designated classrooms.
• Housekeeping duties, including daily cleaning and disinfecting.
• Providing excellent customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Performing other related tasks as assigned by management.

Primary Responsibilities - Walkerton Arena:

• Responsible as the first point of contact for Walkerton Arena and Community Centre to welcome event attendees and organizers at point of entry.
• Enforce provincial screening rules and COVID-19 by-laws where necessary (i.e. deny entry to individual who do not meet the screening requirements).
• Verify proof of full vaccination and identification for attendees, unless exempt.
• Ensure all individuals entering the Walkerton Arena and Community Centre are wearing face coverings, unless exempt.
• Housekeeping duties, including daily cleaning and disinfecting.
• Providing excellent customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Performing other related tasks as assigned by management.

Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills Required:

• Hold a valid Standard First Aid & CPR Level - C Certificate or willing to achieve certification within 3 months.
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Must be 16 years or older.
• Experience working in customer service-related field is an asset.
• Strong communication skills, and the ability to deescalate situations as needed.
• Must be able to comply with the Municipality of Brockton COVID-19 Immunization Disclosure Policy at the Brockton Child Care Centre.
• Experience working with children 1-12 years in a child care or school setting is an asset at the Brockton Child Care Centre.

Hours: 

There are a variety of shifts available to meet the needs of the facilities.

Monday to Friday from 6:30 am – 9:30 am at the Brockton Child Care Centre

Monday to Friday from 4:30 pm – 10:00 pm at the Walkerton Community Centre

Saturday to Sunday from 7:00 am - 10:00 pm at the Walkerton Community Centre

If you are looking for an excellent opportunity please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to the undersigned by 8:30 a.m. Monday, January 3, 2021 (extended deadline) via e-mail or regular mail. It should be noted that only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Subject: Contract, Part-Time COVID-19 Screener
Julie Farrell, Human Resources Generalist
100 Scott St., Box 68
WALKERTON, Ontario  N0G 2V0
(519) 881-2223

The Municipality of Brockton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Municipality of Brockton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Municipality of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Early Childhood Education Teacher (Brockton Child Care Centre)

The Municipality of Brockton invites qualified applicants interested in working as an Early Childhood Education (ECE) Teacher at the Brockton Child Care Centre. The ECE Teacher provides a full range of child care services to children from the ages of 18 months to 12 years.

Candidates must be self-motivated, flexible, energetic and have the ability to build trust and positive relationships with children and their families.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teaches gross motor skills, dramatic play, use of senses and science.
• Supervises children in a variety of settings such as out of doors, in the classroom and in the sleep room.
• Encourages children to participate, play cooperatively, problem solve, share and learn about safety.
• Integrates separate individual programs for special needs children in with the regular program.
• Assists with planning and organizing special events, field trips and parties.
• Assists children with hygiene activities.
• Responds to telephone enquiries, giving out information and taking messages.
• Assists in various cleaning and disinfecting procedures.
• Must adhere to current Public Health guidelines and Brockton Child Care Centre’s Covid-19 protocols.

Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills Required:

• Early Childhood Education Diploma or Equivalency is considered an asset
• Registered member of the College of ECE is considered an asset
• Experience in the Child Care field
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to follow direction and work independently
• Valid First aid/CPR
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check

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If you are looking for an excellent opportunity to support the healthy development of children please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence immediately to the undersigned via e-mail or regular mail. It should be noted that only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Julie Farrell, Human Resources Generalist
100 Scott Street, P.O. Box 68
Walkerton, Ontario  N0G 2V0
519-881-2223 Ext. 135

The Municipality of Brockton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Municipality of Brockton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Municipality of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.