Position Description

Facilities Attendant
Division Engineering, Facilities and Environmental Services
Employee Group Non-Union
Position Type Temporary Part Time
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Join us to shape the future of St. Catharines!

About the City:

At the City of St. Catharines, we are committed to realizing the vision outlined in The City of St. Catharines - Strategic Plan 2023 to 2027. Our goal is to cultivate a city that thrives on safety, innovation, sustainability, and caring, not just for today, but for generations to come. Join our team and be part of a meaningful journey to shape the future of our community, leaving a lasting impact that extends far beyond the present.

About the Role:

Responsible for providing a safe and enjoyable experience at various arena and pool locations throughout the City.

What You Will be Doing:

  • Provide basic customer service to patrons, including but not limited to:
    • Answering questions both in person and over the telephone,
    • Assisting them on or off the ice.
  • Ensure that all public and employee areas of the facility are safe, clean and tidy at all times.
  • Ensure patrons adhere to skate and swim program rules.
  • Perform on-ice Skate Patrol as assigned.
  • Perform a variety of on-ice maintenance duties, including but not limited to:
    • Assisting with floods,
    • Moving nets, and
    • Clearing snow.
  • Perform a variety of general maintenance duties, including but not limited to:
    • Custodial duties,
    • Equipment set up and removal, and
    • Minor maintenance.
  • Operate assigned equipment including floor scrubbers, side to side scrubber, power washers and shop vacuum.
  • Set up equipment for regular and special events.
  • Report any problems / incidents / accidents or damages to supervisor on duty in a timely manner to ensure a clean, safe and healthy facility.
  • Must comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Corporation Policies and Procedures and any other applicable legislation.

These responsibilities outline the principal functions of the position and serve as a guiding vision for the role's impact and contribution.

About You:

Qualifications:

  • Valid certification in Standard First Aid and CPR with AED (Defibrillator).

Skills:

  • Strong skating skills and knowledge of safe on-ice practices.
  • Ability to work effectively with and for the public in a polite manner.
  • Ability to work with a team.
  • Ability to perform moderate to hard physical labor, lifting up to thirty (30) lbs.
  • Ability to work under limited supervision.

Other Requirements:

  • Must be available to work 16 to 24 hours per week, including weeknight and weekend shifts.
  • Must have own CSA approved safety footwear, skates and helmet.
  • Proven completion of Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness training.
  • A demonstrated commitment to enhancing a safety culture.

What’s in it for you:

  • Salary & Benefits: Get a competitive salary plus health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage (for eligible positions).
  • Pension Plan: Enjoy enrollment in the OMERS pension plan with matched contributions for a secure retirement. Learn more at OMERS.
  • Flexibility: Achieve work-life balance with our hybrid work environment (for eligible positions).
  • Professional Development: Access training and development funds to support your career growth.
  • Make Your Mark: Share your ideas, drive change, and leave a lasting impact through modernization efforts.
  • Great People: Work with a supportive team and a leadership team focused on growth and success.

Other Job Details:

  • Pay Rate: $19.89
  • Employee Group: Non-union
  • Department: Engineering, Facilities and Environmental Services
  • Position Type: Part-time, Temporary
  • Work Mode: In-person
  • Work Location: Various City arenas and pools
  • Hours of Work: Up to 24 hours per week
  • Number of Openings: Ongoing
  • Job ID: 2023-182
  • Posted Date: Ongoing

Additional Information:

To ensure fairness and efficiency in our recruitment process, we kindly request that all applications be submitted through our official portal at www.stcatharines.ca/jobs. Applications received through other channels will not be considered. We also advise applicants to maintain up-to-date contact information and regularly check their spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding their application may be directed there.

For applicable positions, the recruitment process will be conducted using video conference technology. Please note that for certain roles, in-person interviews may be required.

They City of St. Catharines does not use AI Technology in any part of the recruitment process.

Employment Equity, Inclusivity and Accommodation:

Dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment, the City of St. Catharines is an equal opportunity employer committed to accommodating the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We encourage applicants to inform the Human Resources Division of any accessibility needs to ensure they are accommodated throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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