Co-Op Student, Transit Facilities

Transit Facilities requires one co-op student for a 4 month work term or 8 month work term (starting May, 2025) to conduct transit facility site survey/inspections, record information in databases, analyze results, review pertinent drawings as related to transit facility construction projects and provide internal/external communications for areas of impact.

• Organize and conduct transit facilities field surveys;
• Research various sources of information and prepare reports in the form of maps, charts, and graphs;
• Undertake facility asset inventories;
• Prepare service requests and maintain up-to-date tracking databases and dashboards;
• Attend team meetings and update project progress;
• Maintain accurate notes, records and sketches to describe and certify work performed;
• Survey bus terminals and stations, and record infrastructure information;
• Follow all safety procedures and be aware of changing surroundings;
• Provide support and assistance to Transit Facilities section (including Transit Infrastructure Planning);
• Assist in Board Period Infrastructure changes, including Operator and Customer outreach information sessions, as required;
• Conduct research on new technologies and initiatives for transit facilities; and
• Perform other duties as required.

• Must have completed 1st or 2nd year of Engineering. Enrollment of subsequent year is required;
• Must hold a valid class “G” Licence with a driving record that is acceptable to the City of Mississauga. A Driver’s Abstract will be required;
• Strong computer skills/aptitude in office software (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe) and Microstation;
• Proficient in database management and manipulation;
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills;
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing tasks;
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with other teams;
• Good judgement with the ability to make decisions in the field;
• Must be able to work outside (driving, walking and/or standing) in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work flexible hours on site and in the office, as required; and
• Successful candidate is required to provide their own ‘Green Patch’ CSA approved safety footwear.