Job Description

Job Posting Details

Job Title:  Assistant Parks Asset Technician, Co-op
Posting Start Date:  2/27/26

Number of Positions: 1
Job Type: Management and Administration
Department: COMMUNITY SERVICES
Division: Parks Maintenance & Forestry
Hourly Rate: $21.87 per hour
Job Status and Duration: Full Time (FT), Temporary (T), vacancy for 4.00 months
Hours of Work: 40 hour workweek / shift work / variable hours  
Location: William Parkway Operation Centre
Closing Date: 03/20/2026

Notice to Internal Applicants: To ensure your application is processed as internal, please submit your application using your City of Brampton work email address

Primary Function

Reporting to the Parks Asset Management Coordinator, including support from Parks Asset Technician and Parks Asset Clerk.  Working within the Parks Asset Management section, this role will assist in conducting needs and condition surveys on the City’s infrastructure including walkways, shade structures, ID signs, and other assigned assets. Training and guidance will be provided to assist in accomplishing your primary responsibilities.

  • Utilizing Apple iPad Air with ArcGIS (or comparable) software, conduct maintenance needs and condition surveys on City infrastructure.
  • Primary role will consist of walkways, shade structure, and various park asset needs and condition surveys through traversing the City of Brampton’s recreational trail network. This duty will aid in the determination of deficient sections of walkway and identify assets that may require maintenance attention.
  • Gather field survey information to import into CityWorks or for other staff to produce infrastructure repair lists.
  • Report all concerns/issues to immediate supervisor for follow up.
  • Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
  • Understand, adhere to, and enforce Corporate Policies & Procedures, Confidentiality Guidelines, Emergency Procedures and Health and Safety Standards.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Selection Criteria

Education

  • Completion of High School (Grade 12) or equivalent.
  • Currently enrolled in a full time Civil Engineering Program or equivalent

Other Skills and Assests

  • Valid Class “G” Driver’s License, the use of your own vehicle may be required. 
  • Access to Personal Cellular Phone as this job requires the use of your own phone. 
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions and ability to walk/stand for long periods of time.
  • The successful candidate will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check and Ministry of Transportation Drivers Abstract.
  • The successful candidate will be required to complete mandatory Health and Safety Training facilitated by the City of Brampton upon commencement of the work term.
  • This is field inspection position that requires travel throughout the City of Brampton.
  • Completion of the Ontario Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps. 

Additional Information

“These positions are funded through the Canada Summer Jobs Program and all applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria. For Eligibility Criteria please visit Canada Summer Jobs Wage Subsidy

**Preference will be given to students that have a permanent residency in Brampton.Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria. 

**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

 Interview: Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology.

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by clicking the apply now button by 03/20/2026 and complete the attached questionnaire. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of the application process, applicants will be invited to complete a self identification survey. The survey is voluntary. Participation in the survey will have no impact on hiring decisions. All information collected is confidential and will not be shared with the hiring manager. The surveys will be anonymized and will be kept separate from applicant or employee files, such that the individuals who completed the surveys will not be identifiable. The results of the survey will assist in the analysis of disaggregated metrics for organizational planning purposes and our commitment to advance and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City may use anonymized data to produce aggregate reports for internal or external use.

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The City is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact TalentAcquisition@brampton.ca or 905.874.2150 with your accommodation needs, quoting the job opening ID#, job title. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially