Maintain arena ice conditions, refrigeration plant and building mechanical systems.
Operate motorized ice resurfacing machine (circle check, flood ice and shave) and perform associated minor maintenance duties such as checking fluid levels and making blade changes.
Perform maintenance duties related to the rink area such as performing manual flooding with a cart, painting the ice, and removing snow and ice.
Assist in the operation of refrigeration plant and HVAC equipment by performing preventative maintenance functions such as adding or draining fuel & oil; adding chemicals to the water and testing the water; inspecting, adjusting and replacing belts, filters, etc.; monitoring and recording periodic equipment readings.
Maintain washrooms and change/dressing rooms and associated areas in a sanitary condition including cleaning; disinfecting; removing garbage and replenishing supplies of toilet paper, soap, etc.
Perform general caretaking duties in the overall facility such as cleaning floors; wet mopping; operating power cleaning equipment; cleaning glass; collecting and disposing of garbage both inside and outside the facility; moving furniture, setting up and taking down equipment; and cleaning and clearing the building entranceway and emergency exits of snow and ice as required.
Perform general maintenance duties in the overall facility such as painting, replacing light bulbs, and making minor carpentry and plumbing repairs.
Basic Refrigeration Component of the Certified Ice Technician (CIT) with ORFA, Safe Ice Resurfacer Operator (SIRO) including Propane Handling Certificate or the equivalent plus six (6) months of previous experience in arena and building operations.
Demonstrated experience using major cleaning equipment, methods and materials.
Demonstrated knowledge of refrigeration principles and physical plant maintenance; demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
Physically fit and able to work from heights, climb, stretch, lift and move heavy items (approx. 40 lbs/18 kgs), stand, bend and walk for extended periods of time; capable of performing the work assigned in safe manner.
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$25.20 - $28.61 Standard Weekly Hours of Work: up to 24 Shift Work Required: Yes
