Crossing Guard; Spare

545 Talbot St, St Thomas, ON N5P 2T9, Canada

Posted Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 4:00 a.m. | Expires Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 3:59 a.m.

This CUPE 841.4 position, under the direct supervision of the Administrative Assistant, assists students and pedestrians (as defined by the Highway Traffic Act, HTA) safely across designated busy streets, crossing at designated time periods, Monday to Friday during the school year. The spare crossing guard position will be required to work at multiple crossing guard locations throughout the City and will be required to have their own transportation.

Direct or escort students and pedestrians across the street at their crosswalks, stopping traffic as necessary.

Maintain focus and avoid disruptions while escorting.

Communicate traffic and crossing rules and other information to students and pedestrians.

Review the intersection daily and report any unsafe behaviour of students or conditions to the Administrative Assistant / Office Coordinator.

Work from a location with visibility to all traffic.

Monitor traffic flow to locate gaps for safe crossing.

Be aware of emergency vehicles and ensure priority over student/pedestrian traffic.

Use appropriate Highway Traffic Act traffic control signage (STOP paddle) appropriately.

Take responsibility for personal health and safety under the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its Regulations, including compliance with city policies, wearing required equipment, reporting defects, hazards or contraventions, and not endangering self or others.

Perform any other duties as assigned.

Stand outside for approx. 45–60 minutes, 3 times per day in inclement weather.

Extend one arm out and parallel to shoulder holding STOP sign (≈ 2.5 lbs) for up to one minute.

Carry/move pylons (10–20 lbs) to the middle of the road at the start of shift and back at the end.

Cross road quickly (not required to run).

Move out of way quickly if required.

See oncoming traffic at approximately 300 feet away.

Hear oncoming traffic.

Have the ability to communicate effectively.

Previous experience working with children would be an asset.

Must obtain and provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector police record check.

Must obtain and provide a satisfactory medical evaluation.

Must be willing to work in outside work conditions that include inclement weather, heat, cold, rain, snow, humidity, and hazards associated with high traffic conditions.

Must have own transportation.

Wage: $21.07 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay. As per the collective agreement, subject to annual layoff, the employee will maintain the position of Spare Guard and will be paid for all hours worked but not less than two and a half (2.5) hours per week unless the Spare Guard refuses or is unable to work after being given not less than twenty-four (24) hours notice that his or her services will be required.

The City of St. Thomas is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, you must provide your accommodation needs in advance. Questions may be directed to the Human Resources Department 6.

Personal information on this application is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, R.S.O. 2001, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility and suitability for employment with the City of St. Thomas.

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