Job Brief

Responsible for the daily maintenance functions of trails and cemeteries in accordance with defined level of service policies.

Employment Status

Temporary Full-Time

Union

CUPE 855 Outside

Open To

Internal/External Applicant(s)

Date of Posting

31/07/2026

Closing Date

08/08/2026

Duration (if temporary)

Up to 3 months

Wage $24.17 (2026)

Reports To Supervisor, Trails and Cemetery Operations

Department Community Services

Location Parks and Recreation – Cemeteries and Trails

Hours Normal working hours are 40 hours per week. Must be willing to work varied hours: day, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours.

Other Travel throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes in accordance with job requirements and work locations may vary.

This posting is for an existing, currently open position within Community Services.

Specific to this role

General duties:

- Assist with regular inspections of properties; patrol and monitor for vandalism; perform garbage collection, litter picking and maintenance of amenities
- Operate various equipment and machinery related to maintenance functions in accordance with applicable legislation, policies and procedures
- Perform winter snow and ice control functions, as requested

Duties specific to Cemeteries:

- Responsible for grass cutting and grounds maintenance of cemetery properties, including planting and maintenance of trees, shrubs, and flowerbeds
- Prepare burial sites in accordance with applicable legislation; tailor grounds for individual and decoration day services
- Liaise directly with families and funeral directors to perform interment services

Duties specific to Trails:

- Responsible for maintenance of trails,



including performing routine maintenance tasks including general repairs to trails, trail heads, roads, bridges, buildings and other facilities

As a member of the operational team:
- Administer defined procedures and recommend solutions to challenges or process improvements
- Work collaboratively with others to deliver the outcomes as defined; report any challenges to the supervisor
- Respond to customer service concerns; participating in problem solving and providing information to supervisor, as appropriate
- Keep daily time sheets for supervisor review and approval
- Follow prescribed health and safety procedures including wearing personal protective equipment
- Maintain documentation, databases and corporate records in accordance with policy and divisional practice; consider legislative municipal requirements such as the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA)
- Provide data or input on processes to allow reporting and decision making
- Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

- Secondary school diploma
- Demonstrated experience in grounds maintenance with emphasis in horticulture, landscape construction, cemetery and/or trails maintenance
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)




- Demonstrated ability to operate hand tools, various machinery and equipment including small tractors and backhoe
- Effective oral communication and strong interpersonal skills; strong written communication skills; attention to detail and accuracy
- Demonstrated customer service skills at a level to develop and maintain cooperative/collaborative working relationships both within and outside the organization
- Demonstrated time-management skills with the ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and tact and maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times, complying with all applicable privacy legislation and local policies and procedures
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, the internet and any other related software
- Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s Licence
- Upon a conditional offer of employment, an acceptable Criminal Record Check will be required

Applicants must be prepared for skills testing. The City of Kawartha Lakes is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

We are dedicated to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you are contacted regarding a job prospect, please let us know of any accommodations you may require. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met throughout the recruitment and selection process.

📌 Temporary Labourer, Trails & Cemetery (Kawartha Lakes)
🏢 City of Kawartha Lakes
📍 Kawartha Lakes