Careers and Volunteering

Thank you for your interest in working with the Municipality of Trent Lakes.

The Municipality of Trent Lakes accepts resumes for employment only when a specific job opportunity has been posted. If you are applying for more than one job opportunity, you must submit a separate resume for each posting. If you are emailing your resume, please include the title of the job you are applying for in the subject line of your email.

We thank all applicants for their interest in the Municipality of Trent Lakes. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Employment opportunities

Seasonal Labourer (5 months)

Type: Seasonal (5 months - December to April)

Salary: $21.44 per hour

Hours of work: 40 hours per week

Department: Public Works

Qualifications:

Grade 12 or equivalent.
1-year previous experience in a construction or Labourer position.
Valid D Class driver’s license with “Z” endorsement is an asset.
Understanding of Ontario Traffic Manual Book 7 – Traffic Protection.
Ability to obtain Chainsaw Operator Safety Certificate and Propane Safety Certificate.
Ability to complete WHMIS training.
Demonstrated knowledge of flagging and construction maintenance regulations.
Ability to use tractor packer, sledgehammer, cut off saw, steamer, chainsaw, and hand tools on a regular basis.
Knowledge of municipal road maintenance programs and construction methods is required.
Clean driver’s abstract and criminal record check required.

The full Seasonal Labourer job description.

Applications must be clearly marked “Seasonal Labourer” and will be received in confidence no later than 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 29, 2023. Please submit your resume to the Human Resources Coordinator, Municipality of Trent Lakes, 760 Peterborough County Road 36, Trent Lakes, Ontario K0M 1A0. E-mail submissions are acceptable at hr@trentlakes.ca.

We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates are encouraged to inform of any accommodating requests so that they can be dealt with throughout the recruitment process. Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment.

Casual Transfer Station Attendant

This position covers vacation, sick time, and peak periods

Type: Casual

Wage: $22.65 per hour

Hours of work: The hours of work will vary based on work demand and availability

Department: Public Works, Non-Union

Qualifications:

Completion of high school diploma or equivalent;
Minimum of one (1) year experience performing job related duties;
Knowledge of Ministry of Environment and Climate Change as well as Ministry of Natural Resources regulations an asset;
Knowledge of hazards and applicable safety rules;
Demonstrate communication skills including the ability to listen and respond with tact and courtesy;
Exhibit a high level of initiative, work performance and responsibility in the performance of duties;
Process straight forward financial transactions as they relate to tipping fees and dog licenses;
Successful candidate will be required to work weekends and applicable holidays;
Reliable transportation to any of the four (4) transfer station sites.

The full Transfer Station Attendant job description.

Applications must be clearly marked “Casual Transfer Station Attendant”. Please submit your resume to the Human Resources Coordinator, Municipality of Trent Lakes, 760 Peterborough County Road 36, Trent Lakes, Ontario K0M 1A0. E-mail submissions are acceptable at hr@trentlakes.ca.

Volunteer opportunities

Trent Lakes Fire department

Being a Volunteer Firefighter can be a very rewarding experience. Volunteer Firefighters contribute to the safety of the whole community.

For more information about joining our team, please visit our Firefighter Recruitment page.

Boards and committees

We are now accepting applications for our new Environmental Advisory Committee and Heritage Advisory Committee!

Apply to a Committee here.

The deadline for applications is December 13, 2023.

Community halls and rinks

We welcome applications from anyone seeking a volunteer position at one of the municipally-owned halls or rinks. Please fill out the Community Volunteer Application if you are interested in volunteering. Please note we will only contact applicants when there are available openings to volunteer.

Non discrimination statement

The Municipality of Trent Lakes is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise Human Resources to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated.

Please note: Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection.