Seasonal Facility Operator

(Posting #2024.104S)

Department: Community Services

Division: Facilities – Arenas

Location: Pefferlaw Ice Pad

Status: Seasonal (November 18, 2024 - March 28, 2025)

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Number of Positions: 2

Hourly Wage: $29.63 per hour

Date Posted: August 14, 2024

Date Closing: Ongoing

Come work with us!

Employment with the Town of Georgina offers an opportunity to make a positive difference in our community. We are a progressive, forward-thinking organization focused on continuous improvement, innovation and providing exceptional customer service. We offer a collaborative team environment and an excellent place to take charge of your career.

Position Purpose

To perform all services necessary, in accordance with Town and Provincial standards/regulations, for the maintenance, operation and overall appearance of the Town's arenas and facilities. For full details, please see attached job description.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Completion of Basic Refrigeration – Level 1;
• Current Certification in Basic First Aid and CPR;

• Valid Class G Driver's Licence and reliable vehicle to use on corporate business. For full details, please see attached job description

How to apply

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter, identifying the Job Title and Job ID#. Please apply by visiting the www.georgina.ca/careers no later than 11:59 pm on the closing date. The assessment process may include a practical test and/or interview.

Committed to diversity and a barrier-free environment

The Town of Georgina is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We encourage applications from people with disabilities and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Team if you require an accommodation(s) and we will work with you to meet your needs throughout any stage of the process. Please be advised that this information will be treated in a confidential manner.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection. Further information concerning the collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Manager, Town of Georgina, 26557 Civic Centre Road, Keswick, ON L4P 3G1 (905) 476-4301

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Facility Operator

Position #: SE35

Department: Community Services

Division: Client & Cultural Services

Reports To: Facility Supervisor

Direct Reports: None

Employee Group: Seasonal

Position Summary

To perform all services necessary, in accordance with Town and Provincial standards/ regulations, for the maintenance, operation and overall appearance of the Town's arenas and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Completes daily operational and safety checks, and maintains as necessary: refrigeration plant and related equipment, heating system, water heaters, fire extinguishers, interior and emergency exit lights, freezers and appliances, and P.A. system;
• Maintains ice surface and surrounding area including: installation preparation, edging, scraping and flooding prior to scheduled usage, fences, ice surface boards and glass, paint lines, goal lights, switches, sports timer and nets, and assisting with ice making and removal;
• Performs Daily circle checks on ice resurfacing equipment including blade changes as required
• Completes operational log of refrigeration plant at two (2) hour intervals;
• Maintains interior and exterior of facility including painting, removal of debris from grounds and eaves troughs and flag replacement;
• Cleans snow, ice and debris from sidewalk and fire exits as required;
• Performs janitorial/maintenance duties, in accordance with the Public Health Act and Town policies, including sweeping seating area; garbage and recycling collection as necessary
• Responds to inquiries from the general public, community groups and program participants related to facility operations;

The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions and duties of the position and will not be construed as a detailed description of the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Completion of Basic Refrigeration – Level 1;
• Current Certification in Basic First Aid and CPR;
• Minimum of one year's previous related experience, including inside/outside maintenance, coupled with one year in a public sector environment, preferably in facilities operation;
• Skill and knowledge in the use of all related facilities maintenance equipment, as well as arena/plant systems;
• Ability to deal with the public in an effective manner;
• Valid Class G Driver's Licence and reliable vehicle to use on corporate business.
• Ability to work shifts, including evenings and weekends;