$30.02 - $35.21 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits and vacation
Closing Date
7/7/25
New Westminster, British Columbia
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Number of Openings:
3
Hours per Week:
Other:
Employee Group:
CUPE, Local 387
Location:
Queens Park Arena: First St and Third Ave
Competition #:
1022
Additional Details:
As a central hub in the Metro Vancouver area, the City of New Westminster delivers a broad spectrum of urban services to over 85,000 residents. New Westminster is rich in history with a viable and thriving economy and has a population representative of the diversity of the region. The City is staffed by talented and dedicated employees who work together to achieve its strategic vision. We have earned a proud reputation for civic leadership, service delivery, and outstanding employee relations.
Join our enthusiastic City of New Westminster Arenas team where you will perform operational, building maintenance and janitorial work. Your duties will include performing janitorial duties on a daily basis; operating refrigeration, ice-making and resurfacing equipment; performing general repairs and limited construction and renovation projects; and providing assistance to individuals and a variety of groups in the facilities and park areas. In addition, you will also give guidance, training and instruction to part-time staff, perform other related work and assume prescribed security responsibilities.
If you have some of the following characteristics and qualifications, we want to hear from you:
You have completed Grade 12, preferably supplemented by technical training related to the work, plus sound experience in ice-making and building maintenance work.
You have a valid Refrigeration Safety Awareness certificate or higher as recognized by Technical Safety BC.
A valid Refrigeration Operator certificate as recognized by Technical Safety BC is preferred.
You have the physical stamina and agility required to perform heavy lifting tasks.
You have sound knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in ice-making, refrigeration operations, building maintenance and janitorial work.
You have the ability to operate ice-making, refrigeration, resurfacing and skate sharpening equipment.
You have experience in the use of light construction and maintenance equipment related to work.
You are skilled in performing routine building and equipment repair work, including minor maintenance tasks such as plumbing, minor carpentry and painting
You have experience in performing routine janitorial duties on a daily basis
You can perform work with minimal direction and supervision.
You have the ability to perform prescribed security related responsibilities.
You have the ability to deal with the public courteously and effectively and to give guidance and instruction to other staff, and to employ exceptional customer service skills at work.
You have the skill in the use and care of a variety of tools and equipment used in the work.
You possess and maintain a valid BC Class 5 Driver's license with clean driving record.
You hold a valid Occupational First Aid Level 1 and CPR certificate.
You will be required to pass and maintain a clear Police Information Check.
The successful candidate will be required to work a flexible work schedule, including evenings, weekends, graveyards and holidays as required to support operational needs.
We offer our employees great work-life balance, competitive salaries, comprehensive health, benefit and retirement plans (a percentage in lieu of benefits for auxiliary positions), education and training opportunities and challenging and rewarding work.
Please apply with your cover letter and resume in one document. Join a team of enthusiastic and innovative employees, and help us build a vibrant, compassionate, resilient city where everyone can thrive.
To support a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community; women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversity of our workforce, are encouraged to express their interest.
New Westminster is on the unceded and unsurrendered land of the Halq'emeylem-speaking peoples. It is acknowledged by the City that colonialism has made invisible their histories and connections to the land.
We are learning and building relationships with the people whose lands we are on.
We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.
Employment Status
Auxiliary
Pay Range
$30.02 - $35.21 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits and vacation
Closing Date
7/7/25
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