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

Number of available positions
1

Date of Posting
31/07/2026

08/08/2026

Duration (if temporary)
Up to 3 months

Location
City of Kawartha Lakes, ON

Union
Job Title Temporary Labourer, Trails & Cemetery

Wage $24.17 - $26.14 (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.

Job Description
Specific to this role

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

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 prospect 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 opportunity, 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.

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