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

Transfer Station Attendant

Type: Permanent Part-Time, Union
Wage: $22.26 per hour as well as an annual comprehensive safety wear allowance.
Hours of work: Summer Hours are approximately 27 to 35.5 and Winter Hours are approximately 18.5 to 23.5 per week depending on the site location
Department: Public Works

The Municipality of Trent Lakes is seeking a person to fill the position of Permanent Part-Time Transfer Station Attendant.

Qualifications:

Completion of high school diploma or equivalent;
Minimum of one-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;
Demonstrated communication skills including the ability to listen, responding with tact and courtesy;
Proven ability to exhibit a high level of initiative, work performance and responsibility in the performance of duties;
Ability to 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 transfer station sites.

The full Transfer Station Attendant job description.

Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your application. Applications must be clearly marked “Permanent Transfer Station Attendant” and will be received in confidence no later than 4:00 p.m., Friday, May 20, 2022. 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.

Library Assistant - Cavendish Branch

Type: Part-time, Permanent, Non-Union
Salary: $20.34 - $23.93 hourly
Department: Trent Lakes Public Library (Cavendish branch)

The Municipality of Trent Lakes is seeking a qualified applicant to fill the position of Library Assistant. This position will be scheduled for six (6) hours each Wednesday and Saturday at our Cavendish location, and as needed to provide appropriate coverage for our service delivery requirements. During the summer months the successful candidate will be scheduled for an additional six (6) hours each Tuesday.

Qualifications:

High school or college graduate or equivalent library experience (at least 2 years).
Strong organizational skills with an ability to multitask.
Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills.
Great communication and interpersonal skills.
Facility with computer database software and Internet searches.
Ability to obtain a valid Police Vulnerable Sector Check

The full Library Assistant Cavendish job description

Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your application.

Applications must be clearly marked “Library Assistant” and will be received in confidence no later than 12 April 2022. Please submit your resume to the Library CEO, Trent Lakes Public Library, 5 George Street, Buckhorn, Ontario K0L 1J0. 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.

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

There are currently no vacancies.

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.