Road Ops & Maintenance Co-op Student

Overview

Join to apply for the Road Ops & Maintenance Co-op Student role at Halton Region

Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2

SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.

Halton Region’s co-op program provides a paid professional opportunity that allows you to gain valuable experience and develop the skill set you need to build a successful career. You will gain professional growth and development working alongside mentors and be part of a progressive, service-focused and award winning employer.

Posting : 4760

Department
:
Public Works

Division
:
Engineering, Construction & Transportation Management

Pay Range
: $20.61-$23.86

Job Type
:
Co-op Student

Contract Duration
: 12 Months

Hours of Work
: 35 hours per week

Work Location
:
Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville (Public Works)

Employee Group
: OCT

Posting Date
:
January 5, 2026

Final date to receive applications
:
February 2, 2026

• Legally entitled to work in Canada as a student.
• In possession of a Social Insurance Number (card) at time of hire.
• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary educational institution on a full-time basis and returning to school upon completion of the co-op work term(s).

This position will require the successful incumbent to provide proof of co-op eligibility, a transcript and tax credit form(s) from their school’s co-op department.

Road Operations & Maintenance Co-op Student supporting administrative tasks, conducting field investigations across Halton’s Regional Road network, and assisting with issuing maintenance work orders to contractors.

• Provide administrative support to Road Operations and Maintenance staff relating to work and assets within the Regional road right-of-way including roads, traffic control devices, shoulders, roadside drainage, safety devices, etc.
• Perform field investigations within Halton Region Regional Road network, including inventories, assessments of infrastructure and observation of various deficiencies and contraventions associated with Halton Region’s Road By-laws.
• Assist with the issuance of work orders to maintenance contractors
• Provide periodic inspection of various maintenance works, including annual pavement marking program, crack sealing program, sweeping program, guiderail repairs, tree planting and maintenance, asphalt spot repairs, and acoustic barrier repairs.
• Assist in the delivery of regional asset management programs for various road capital assets, including acoustic barriers, guiderails, retaining walls, oil/grit separators, trees, roadside cross-section, storm infrastructure and bridges and culverts.
• Perform inspections and condition assessments of the Tourist-Oriented Directional Signing (TODS) and Emergency Detour Route (EDR) program.
• Assist in the development of a ditch / storm outlet maintenance program
• Provide input to various traffic operational and safety initiatives to improve safety and efficiency of new and existing Regional Roads.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary teams that undertake both internal and external projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Engineering or equivalent program.
• Demonstrated practical knowledge in Engineering principles, along with a general understanding of road maintenance and asset management practices.
• Possess strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills, along with critical problem-solving, customer service, and effective time management skills.
• Knowledge of OPS Standards, Ontario Traffic Manual (OTM), and Highway Traffic Act (HTA).
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office

• Knowledge of databases and GIS applications is an asset.
• Experience working outdoors and near traffic…