Job Description

Department

Community Services

Hours of Work

Casual, Part-Time, Full-Time

Rate of Pay

$32.10 after probation

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Manager of Arenas, Parks, and Aquatics, and the Arena Supervisor,


the Arena Operator 1 will perform ice making, marking, surfacing, and maintenance duties for the Kin and


Memorial Arenas. Additionally, the Arena Operator 1 will provide direction to Rink Patrol and ensure a


positive customer experience for all clients and patrons.

KEY DUTIES PERFORMED:

1. Performs ice resurfacing and daily ice maintenance including but not limited to ice depth checks to

maintain optimum thickness, daily edging, maintains ice resurfacing machines, including but not

limited to ice blade and propane cylinders.



2. Monitors the refrigeration plants and accurately records readings in logbooks. Reports any



inconsistencies or issues.



3. Assist in the maintenance of the ice surface, including resurfacing, patching, and ensuring the ice is



free of debris. Operate ice resurfacing equipment under supervision if required.



4. Inspect, maintains, and cleans equipment, complete inspection forms and log all pertinent

information.



5. Set up and take down equipment for events, such as goals, nets for user groups. Sets up rooms and



assigns dressing rooms as directed.



6. Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of the arena, including sweeping, mopping, and

sanitizing locker rooms, seating areas, and restrooms. Ensure the Arena is always kept in a clean

and presentable condition.



7. Maintains accurate logbooks for tasks including but not limited to, snow clearing, incident and near

miss reporting, ice cleaning, and janitorial tasks.



8. Cleaning, maintaining and repairing Arena lobby floors, glass, walls, washrooms, stands, supply



rooms, furnace rooms, glass, time box, players benches, nets, staff room, stairs, and snow removal.



9. Greet and assist patrons, providing information and directions as needed. Address customer



inquiries and resolve complaints in a courteous and efficient manner.



10. Ensures adherence to safety programs at the Arenas, as well as the Curling Rink, by complying with

all WorkSafe BC, Technical Safety BC, Northern Health Regulations, and City of Dawson Creek

requirements.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES & SKILLS:

1. Class 5 driver's licence.

2. Grade 10 education or equivalent.

3. Current OFA Level 1 Certification.

4. Refrigeration Safety Awareness Certification.

5. Demonstrated ability to problem solve and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

6. Compliance with and approval of Security/Reliability Clearance and Criminal Record Search.

7. The ability to perform all the duties outlined above in a safe manner following established Facilities



Procedures, Occupational Health and Safety rules, Violence in the Workplace policies and W.S.B.C.

Regulations (i.e., WHMIS).

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

1. Ice Facility Operator Certification.

2. Refrigeration Operator Certification.

NOTE: The duties listed are not set forth for the purpose of limiting the assignment of work and are not to be construed as a

complete list of the duties normally to be performed under a job title or those duties temporarily performed outside the normal

line of work.