Boat Concession – Conservation Areas (Full Time)

Each summer, the Grand River Conservation Areas welcomes visitors to enjoy camping, swimming, boating, tubing, fishing and hiking.

We are looking for students that want to be part of our team connecting people to the environment through outdoor experiences.  This is a great opportunity to meet new people, work outside in an inspiring setting and gain valuable work experience.

What you will be doing:

You will work together as a team by engaging with our visitors to provide excellent customer service. You will issue canoes, kayaks and pedal boat services to customers while providing safety equipment and clear operating instructions.

Advantages:

1. Work outside in a beautiful setting.
2. A memorable summer working with your peers
3. Consistent full time hours .
4. Schedule for the full season.
5. Eligibility to enrol in our pension plan (OMERS).

Requirements:

1. Currently enrolled as a full time student.
2. Interest in working independently and in a team environment.
3. Availability to work weekends and evenings

Work Period: May to Labour Day 2024 (potential of shifts to October)

Pay Rate:       $16.55 per hour

Shift:               Weekends, Day and Evening Shifts, Statutory Holidays, Up to 40 hours per week.

Conservation Areas Locations:

Rockwood and Pinehurst Lake Conservation Areas

All successful applicants must possess their own Green Patch CSA approved safety boots, be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and be available to work the duration of the season, up to 40 hours per week.  The GRCA offers comprehensive health and safety training.

To Apply:

Please send your resume and cover letter (referencing location and concession) by email to careers@grandriver.ca  (Please send your resume and cover letter as an MS Word document or PDF).

Please visit our website to view all student positions Student Summer Jobs 2024

Deadline for Applications is  February 1st, 2024.

Interviews dates will be February 16th to March 3rd 2024

If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.

Applications submitted after February 1st 2024, will only be reviewed on an as needed basis.

We thank you for your interest, however only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

The GRCA strives to provide a collaborative and respectful work environment. We value the health and well-being of our employees and prioritizes Health and Safety in our workplace

Students have the option to participate in the OMERS defined benefit pension plan, with generous employer matching.

We thank you for your interest, however only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

GRCA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you require any accessibility accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact us. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Pursuant to section 29(2) of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Individual Privacy Act R.S.O. 1990, C. M.56 the personal information contained on this form is collected under the legal authority of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, chapter C.27 and is used for recruitment purposes. Questions about the collection of personal information should be directed to the Manager of Human Resources, Grand River Conservation Authority, PO Box 729, 400 Clyde Road, Cambridge, Ontario N1R 5W6; 519-621-2761.