Lab Technician

Lab Technician
Municipal Operations | Environmental Services
1 Temporary Vacancy, up to 2 years | CUPE 126
Competition # 26-T-49

Located on the historic, 386-kilometreTrent-Severn Waterway in the heart of the Kawartha tourism region, Peterborough is a unique community known for its exceptional quality of life and beautiful setting. The city has been named one of 52 destinations to visit in 2025 by the New York Times.

The City has been shaped by its connection to the waterway, nature, and by the people who call it home. Peterborough is a community of doers and dreamers that are resourceful, passionate, creative and brimming with local pride.

Before it was ever known as Peterborough, this land was called Nogojiwanong – Ojibwe for “the place at the foot of the rapids.” Today, the city remains continuously in motion, guided by a deep sense of community and connection. The City is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, known collectively as the Williams Treaty First Nations.

Job Details

Join the City of Peterborough as a Lab Technician and play a key role in protecting our environment and supporting public health. As part of our Environmental Services Division, you’ll be the first point of contact for customers submitting samples for environmental testing. You’ll manage sample intake, support laboratory analysis, and ensure data is accurately logged and reported—all while helping maintain compliance with regulatory standards.

This is a hands-on role that blends customer service with technical lab work. From preparing reagents to assisting with chemical testing and managing sample records, you’ll contribute to the day-to-day operations of a busy, community-focused laboratory. If you're passionate about science, service-oriented, and thrive in an organized, detail-driven environment, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Completion of a 3-year college diploma in Environmental Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field
• Minimum of 1 year of combined previous and on-the-job lab experience (preferably in an accredited facility)
• Strong computer skills and accurate data entry abilities
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Proven attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Commitment to quality customer service and a professional, courteous approach
• Strong initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
•  Interest in growing services and supporting continuous improvement
• Willingness to work in a lab setting with exposure to odours and potentially hazardous substances

Hourly Rate

$34.80

Application Information

Qualified applicants are invited to submit 1 file containing a résumé and cover letter (ensure your name is in the title of the document), quoting file number 26-T-49 on the file as well as in the subject line, no later than 11:59 p.m. on April 16, 2026, to, recruiting@peterborough.ca

The personal information submitted for employment is collected under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. We thank you for your application but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.