Public Works Seasonal Labourer

Municipal Operations/Public Works
Up to 20 Vacancies | CUPE Local 504
Competition # 26-T-02

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

Looking for a hands-on seasonal job where you get paid to work outdoors and stay active?

Want to help maintain the roads, gardens, sidewalks and neighborhoods that make Peterborough a great place to live, work, and visit?

The city is hiring Seasonal Public Works Labourers to support a range of crews that help

with road and sidewalk maintenance, traffic control, asphalt repair, and horticultural work such as planting, weeding, and general grounds upkeep across the community.

This role involves physical outdoor work in all weather conditions and includes day, weekend, and night shifts. It’s a solid opportunity to gain experience working for a municipal employer while contributing to essential City services.

Please note: The majority of seasonal contracts are expected to run from April 20 to November 27, 2026. A limited number of positions will have a later start date of May 4, 2026, primarily intended for students.

 Duties include assisting with:

• Traffic control and work site set-up
• Sidewalk construction and repairs
• Asphalt patching and road/boulevard maintenance
• Grass cutting, weeding, and horticultural work
• General labour duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license and clear driver’s abstract
• Minimum 2 years of related work experience
• Ability to follow procedures and work safely as part of a team
• Training in Traffic Control Book 7, WHMIS, and First Aid/CPR/AED are considered assets
• Satisfactory Police Criminal Record Check
• The position is physically demanding and requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. A Functional Abilities Test will be completed prior to the start date and must be successfully passed.

Additional Information

• Completion of all pre-employment requirements (driver’s abstract, police check, and functional abilities assessment) is required prior to the start date.
• Returning seasonal employees must re-apply to be considered; however, they are not required to re-interview.

Salary

$24.86/hour

Application Information 

Applicants must complete the online application through the link below no later than 12:00 a.m. (midnight) on Sunday February 16, 2026. You will be prompted to attach a resume & cover letter to complete the application process.

🔗 Apply online: Seasonal Public Works Labourer

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We thank all applicants for their interest in the City of Peterborough. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.