Careers and Volunteering

The Township of Wellesley Recreation Department will be accepting applications for student positions as an Arena Building Attendant (earliest start date September 14^th, 2026, completion date May 30^th) based on availability, weather, and workload. This is a non-unionized position reporting to the Recreation Supervisor, performing various tasks in conjunction with full-time and contract staff. 

This position is responsible for duties related to, but not limited to, horticultural and maintenance operations on the Township of Wellesley properties.

Available Positions: Fifteen (15) positions available.

Duties will include:

• This position is responsible for assisting in the duties related to, but not limited to, janitorial and maintenance operations on the Township of Wellesley Arenas.
• Emptying garbage cans, litter pickup; and other building cleaning tasks assigned by the Facility Operator on duty.
• Operate sound system for music and announcements.
• Move nets and peg them as required.
• Responsible for handing out dressing room keys to user groups and collecting them as needed.
• Apply safety precautions and procedures in conformance with Township policies and procedures.
• Work as a Public Skate Cruiser during public skating events.
• Shovel snow from walkways, entrances and ice surface.
• Follow Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• To perform additional tasks as assigned by supervisor. 

Minimum Requirements:

• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to skate.
• Ability to operate small hand tools and cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act is an asset.
• First Aid Certification preferred.
• Ability to work independently and to read written direction from manuals, policies and procedures and safety data sheets (SDS).
• Previous municipal work experience is an asset.

Working Conditions:

• Work requires frequent standing, walking, bending, and stooping.
• Ability to lift, handle and carry equipment, supplies and materials weighting up to 25 kg.
• Exposed to safe levels of seasonal elements such as cold, wind, snow, rain, dust, odours, and noise.

Hours of work:          Up to 24 hours per week, will include hours in the Evenings and on Saturdays and Sundays.

Compensation:          $16.60/ hour for students, $17.95/ hour for non-students

Qualified candidates may submit a detailed resume in confidence to the Township by 1:00 p.m., Friday, August 7^th, 2026.                           

Attention: Amy Harron, Clerk

E-Mail: aharron@wellesley.ca (preferred) 

In person: Township of Wellesley Administration Office - 4639 Lobsinger Line, St. Clements, ON N0B 2M0

We thank all those who apply but advise that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.  The Township of Wellesley is an equal opportunity employer.  Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process.  If contacted for an interview, please advise of any measures you feel you need to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.  Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 (S.O. 2001, c.25) and will be used to select a candidate. 

The Township of Wellesley is an agriculturally based municipality with approximately 11,500 Residents within Waterloo Region and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive environment for both residents and employees.  Wellesley Township is looking for a self-motivated, hardworking team player to fill a position as Customer Service Representative within the Recreation Department. 

Summary:

The Recreation Front Desk support position(s) is primarily responsible for providing excellent customer service at the front desk at the Bill Gies Recreation Centre. This role involves a variety of tasks including in-person service, answering phones, distributing keys, and assisting with set ups for Recreation programs.

Responsibilities:

• Customer Service: Provide in-person, telephone and email service response to inquiries about programs and services.
• Program Registration & Reservations: Assist in registrations through ActiveNet and Pick-up Hub, selling gym and track memberships and some rental bookings
• Facility Set-Up: Set up and tear down of space for Recreation Programs. Ensure that facilities and resources assigned for activities are properly maintained and ready for use.
• Communication: Provide information and feedback to recreation staff in person, email or phone.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with other staff members to ensure smooth operation of the front desk and other recreation services.
• Basic office duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education: Minimum grade 12 education
• Experience: Previous experience in customer service is considered an asset.
• Skills: Strong communication and organizational skills, typing skills, self-starter, knowledge of Office 365 or similar, ability to learn new programs & software, and the work well in a team environment.
• Physical Requirement: Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting up to 25 pounds and handling various office equipment.

Work Environment:

• Location: Primarily indoors at the Bill Gies Recreation Centre and occasionally at other Township facilities.
• Schedule: Primarily evenings and weekends, up to 24 hours per week.

This description provides a general overview of the role. Specific duties and requirements may vary based on the organization’s needs.

Qualified candidates may submit a detailed resume in confidence to the Township by 5:00 p.m August 6, 2026

Amy Harron, Municipal Clerk
The Corporation of the Township of Wellesley
4639 Lobsinger Line, St. Clements, ON N0B 2M0
E| aharron@wellesley.ca

Email applications are preferred at this time.

We thank all those who apply but advise that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.  The Township of Wellesley is an equal opportunity employer.  Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process.  If contacted for an interview, please advise of any measures you feel you need to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.  Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 (S.O. 2001, c.25) and will be used to select a candidate. 

If you would like to volunteer for the Township of Wellesley, please contact 519-699-3944.

There are currently no committee positions available.

There are currently no committee positions available.

There are currently no committee positions available.

There are currently no committee positions available.

There are currently no committee positions available.