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                        Canadian Union of Public Employees – Local 1306.1

Type: Permanent Full-Time, Union

Wage: $32.20 per hour as well as comprehensive safety wear provided annually and a Competitive Benefits Package.

Hours of work: 40 hours per week

Department: Public Works

The Municipality of Trent Lakes is seeking a person to fill the position of Operator.

Qualifications:

•  Completion of high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience operating and providing basic maintenance to equipment and tandem dump trucks.
•  Valid D Class driver’s license with “Z” endorsement with clean driver’s abstract.
• Ability to operate a variety of equipment.
•  Working knowledge of requirements as per Book 7 – Ontario Traffic Manual.
• Knowledge of current legislation, infrastructure and public works policies and procedures as well as the Occupational Health & Safety Act.

The full Operator job description. 

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

Applications must be clearly marked “Operator” and will be received in confidence no later than 4:00 p.m., Friday July 17^th, 2026. 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.

Type: Permanent Full-Time, Non-Union

Salary: $83,142.37 to $97,722.88 annually

Hours of work: Flexible 40 hours per week, nights, weekends, holidays and on call

Department: Emergency Services

Vacancy Notice: The Municipality of Trent Lakes is actively recruiting for a Fire Training Coordinator.

Why work for us?

• The Municipality of Trent Lakes offers a highly attractive compensation package, including competitive salary, paid time off, OMERS pension, group benefits, and an employee assistance program.
• We encourage the personal and professional growth of our staff through education, training, and succession planning opportunities.
• We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that values diversity and treats each other in a fair, courteous and compassionate way.

Qualifications:

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience as a Firefighter or Fire Training Instructor.
• Preferred qualification certifications include the following post-secondary education:
• NFPA 1001 Level 1 and 2
• NFPA 1002 Pump OPS
• NFPA 1072/472 to the Operations Level
• NFPA 1021 Fire Officer Level 1 (IFSAC/Proboard)
• NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor Level 1 (IFSAC/Proboard)
• NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor Level 2 (IFSAC/Proboard)
• NFPA 1035 Fire and Life Safety Educator Level 1 (IFSAC/Proboard)
• NFPA 1521 Incident Safety Officer
• SP103 Wildland Fire Fighting
• SP230 Wildland Fire Strategies and Tactics
• Valid First Aid and BLS CPR with AED.
• Working knowledge of firefighting and emergency response, The Occupational Health and Safety Act, The Fire Protection and Prevention Act, Ontario Building Code, Ontario Fire Code, NFPA, Section 21, applicable municipal by-laws, and all related Acts and regulations.
• Knowledge of effective training procedures for Fire Department personnel.
• Knowledge of modern firefighting and fire prevention methods, techniques and fire investigations.
• Knowledge of the municipality and surrounding areas protected by agreements.
• Knowledge of the infrastructure in the municipality.
• Knowledge of all apparatus and equipment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), GIS, and FirePro Software.
• Familiar with Resource One
• Valid class “DZ” driver’s license or equivalent with a clean driver abstract.

In accordance with Municipal Policy, a Police Record Check that is acceptable to the Municipality will be required as a condition of employment.

The full Fire Training Coordinator job description.

Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your application. Applications must be clearly marked “Fire Training Coordinator” and will be received in confidence no later than 4:00 p.m., July 20, 2026.  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.

This position covers vacation, sick time, and peak periods

Type: Casual

Wage: $26.15 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. 

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.

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.