Are you a student looking for an opportunity to build your career over the summer? Are you passionate about making a difference?
The Summer Employment Opportunities program provides students with opportunities to obtain valuable work experience, gain transferable skills, and build professional networks.
- LEARN: Jump start your career, whether you want to learn business skills, use your French language skills, help out in a lab, or work outdoors. Put the knowledge you've acquired at school into action.
- GROW: Enhance your skills and expand your network by working on projects, leading initiatives and sharing your ideas. Transfer the skills you learn to your future school and work experiences.
- CONTRIBUTE: In addition to advancing your professional and personal skills, you will also give back to your community. Spend your summer working to support the interests of Ontarians!
Information to assist you with the application process is available on the
Summer Employment Opportunities website. Within your application, you will have the opportunity to identify the skills, work preferences and qualifications you have that make you a suitable candidate for this position.
This job posting represents multiple positions within different ministries and at various locations across Ontario. Certain cities may be located in distant or remote areas in Ontario and may not be accessible by public transit. Carefully review locations through Google Maps and select ONLY those locations that you are able to travel to and work in. You can select up to 10 locations.
Notes:
- Relocation expenses and/or accommodations are not covered by ministries.
- The number of positions to be filled is approximate and subject to change.
- Please use your legal name when applying to the job ad.
All applications must be submitted through the Ontario Public Service Careers website by clicking the Apply Online button on the job ad. Applications submitted through third party websites will not be accepted.
OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:
We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
Visit the
OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the
OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.
We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's
Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
What can I expect to do in this role?
Work Description
As an Ontario Place Marina Attendant, you may have the opportunity to work on some or all of the following activities:
- Maintain the physical appearance of all Marina areas, including removing debris from the water and docks, ensuring garbage bins are emptied on a regular basis, and maintaining the cleanliness of the washrooms and laundry facilities in accordance with a set maintenance schedule.
- Operate and sell fuel and various boat-related products at the Marina Fuel Dock.
- Comply with all Technical Standards and Safety Authority regulations regarding the safe operation of a fuel station.
- Ensure the accurate collection and processing of all revenue from Marina Fuel Dock and ice sales.
- Assist all boats in docking and casting off, and maintain good public relations with all Marina patrons, including fielding general inquiries.
- Maintain a safe environment for guests, their boats, and staff. This includes conducting dock checks of all Marina areas, ensuring that only authorized boats are docked, enforcing pass regulations, and updating visitor logs.
How do I qualify?
Mandatory
You must meet
all eligibility criteria by the first day of employment (contracts begin between May and July):
Student Status: You must be enrolled in a secondary or post-secondary institution (currently or for the fall semester) OR you must have graduated within the past six months (for example, if you graduated in December, you can apply for and start a summer student position up until June of the following year).
Age: You must be a minimum of 15 years of age. There is no maximum age limit. Some positions require candidates to be a minimum of 18 years of age as of the first day of employment.
Residency: You must be a resident of Ontario during the term of employment.
Work Status: You must be legally entitled to work in Canada. You are also required to have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) upon being hired.
Application: Applications are only accepted online by clicking the "Apply Online" button. Your application should describe how you meet the knowledge and skill requirements outlined on this job ad.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- You apply your customer service skills and your verbal and active listening communication skills to provide a high level of customer service at all times.
- You apply your initiative and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
Technical Skills and Knowledge
- You have experience with operating marine vessels.
- You have experience with cash handling and using Point of Sale (POS) systems.
Analytical and Organizational Skills
- You apply your administrative and organizational skills to maintain records, daily log entries, daily statistics, etc.
- You work independently or as part of a team; you plan, organize, and prioritize your work to meet competing deadlines.
Other Requirements
- You are at least 18 years of age.
- You must have a valid Ontario G1 (or higher) Driver's Licence or equivalent with an excellent record.
- You must have a valid and current Pleasure Craft Operator Card or be willing to obtain this certification as a condition of employment.
Other Summer Opportunities
We offer a variety of job types in diverse career fields. See what other summer opportunities are currently available!
Also, check out all the other student and new professional opportunities offered within the Ontario Public Service.
