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CITY OF SARNIA

A typical day at work involved taking the camp attendance, going over rules and what was going on in the day. We would then go outside and play games, snack time, craft time, lunch time, more games, snack time and then activities. On tuesdays and thursdays we would go to the beach depending on the weather and once a week we went on offsite trips. I learned more about team cooperation and problem solving. Management was mostly good, although not very understanding or reliable when it comes to situations or problems. My co-workers created drama and gossiped about other peoples business. They were not reliable and would not communicate with myself (the director). The hardest part of my job was dealing with my coworkers, the most enjoyable part was interacting with the campers.

Working for the City of Sarnia as a day camp counselor was a very enjoyable experience. Alongside the main art instructor, I was able to assist children from ages 6-12 in creating wonderful pieces to bring home and be proud of. All children who attended were positively encouraged to step outside their comfort zone (be it drawing, painting, sculpture, etc) and expand their experience with different mediums of art. All workers involved with this summer program were kind and easy to build a positive workplace relationship with and I intend to return each summer to hopefully gain the role as an art camp assistant for many more summers to come.

The views were beautiful, most of the staff were not they had all worked together in the past and had no interest with any outsiders when the big boss came down and asked me how it was going i told her honestly that i feel attacked at times or that it isn't the most friendly environment. must not have been that important to hr because she did nothing about it, just went in one ear and out the other. the mornings were dictated by the on site supervisor and the schedule was made by both of the young lady's who supervised the beach staff, and was not well made sloppy and unorganized basically  they scheduled the summer around their social schedule. overall not the worst summer job but definitely wouldn't go back unless things were drastically changed.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Benefits, Pennsion, Vacation, and easy work

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The way they treat people is horrible they have 4 workers and the rest ride by driving around doing nothing getting paid the same.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
It’s cutthroat everyone hates each other and the favouritism is whack. Italians run the place.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Driving around doing nothing but you can’t just wait somewhere you must be seen driving

The city of Sarnia was a great place to work for. I would start my days cleaning and opening all public washrooms. This would usually take up my mornings and I spent my afternoons cutting grass in our public parks or fixing tables or setting up public functions. I spent my second year on the city's baseball crew lining ball diamonds and servicing the grounds and bathrooms. My third year I was strictly grounds maintenance where I cut grass in the public parks.

The City of Sarnia habitually engages in human rights violations that get swept under the rug due to bureaucratic management bull. The management is unsympathetic and has no integrity. They are a renegade City that has to be reminded repeatedly to follow regulations by the ministry of Labour. Hostile work environment from coworkers. High stress, no recognition. The public will love you if you treat them well. Pay and Benefits are good compensation.

I worked as a Transit Operator and started from the bottom as a part time worker and went up the ladder from Spare to Full time.  It is a great job it you like people and also can handle driving in various weather conditions.  Hours vary and you must be able to work days, nights and weekends even over some holidays. I found that if you remain flexible and open minded this is a very good job.

slow paced workplace so there is a plenty of time to enjoy life along with job.
coworkers are so helpful and collaborative.
Supervisors and managers are very kind and always assist you with any help required.
Learning work and growing inside the corporation is always an exponential curve so be ready for a slow start and then off you go!

A typical day when working for the City of Sarnia at a Camp for children involved a 9-5 work day. Some days started at 8 in order to catch the bus prior to picking the children up and bringing them to camp. Although there was training provided, it did not feel sufficient in covering all of the material required in order to complete the job to the best of my abilities. Organization and more group meetings outside of the M-F 9-5 shifts would be beneficial 

Good place to work. Friendly co-workers (with some expectations). Average pay. 

Cons. Multiple bosses, giving different directions that are not in sync. Contract employees are less valued but you will pay union dues like all other permanent employees. Contract employees are not eligible to apply for internal jobs.

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Maintenance technician 1 salary reported	$83,897 per year

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