Casual Arena Operator 1

Job Title: Casual Arena Operator 1
Number of Openings: 1–2
Work Schedule: 8–10 hour shifts, on an as-needed casual basis , including weekends and statutory holidays
Application Deadline: Monday, February 23, 2025, at 11:59 PM
Start Date: Monday, March 9, 2026

The Casual Recreation Operator 1 positions work in the arena from September to April/May. Operators ensure the GFL Twin Arenas' ice surfaces and facilities remain clean, safe, and well-maintained for all users. The role requires attention to detail, strong customer service, and mechanical and building maintenance skills. Operators report to the Arena Lead Hand and assist with casual staff as needed.

• Ice Maintenance and Operation – Operate the Zamboni and hand/power edgers, build up and shave ice, perform blade changes, and operate the ice plant while monitoring data and performing minor preventative maintenance.

• Facility Upkeep – Maintain arena cleanliness, perform minor repairs, handle garbage and recycling, conduct inspections, and assist with seasonal start-up and shut-down procedures.

• Safety and Risk Management – Identify and prioritize risks, follow health and safety protocols, and address public safety incidents promptly.

• Event Support – Assist with set-up and take-down of events, including sound and heating equipment.

• Other Duties – Perform additional tasks as assigned to support arena operations.

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• 2–3 years of related experience preferred (arena operations, facility maintenance, or similar)

• Valid Class 5 driver's license with a clean Driver's Abstract

• CPR/AED certification required; RFP Arena Operator courses or Building Maintenance courses considered an asset

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills

• Ability to work independently, outdoors in all weather conditions

• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and statutory holidays

• Shift work, often alone, in confined spaces and extreme cold

• Physical demands include lifting, bending, shoveling, and operating equipment

• Mental and sensory attention required for ice quality, safety, and operational monitoring

• Independent decisions: Ice maintenance, facility upkeep, and immediate public safety incidents (daily)

• Decisions requiring consultation: Budgetary issues, non-routine operational tasks, or health-related absences

• Direct supervision: Assist casual staff as needed

• Functional guidance: Provide technical advice and recommendations to the Arena Lead Hand

• Hourly Wage: $25.16 – $26.22 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

• Skill Development: Gain expertise in ice maintenance, facility operations, equipment use, and event support

• Professional Growth: Build municipal work experience, customer service, and teamwork skills

• Community Impact: Help maintain safe, clean, and welcoming public facilities

Applicants must provide a current Criminal Record Check and a satisfactory Driver's Abstract as a condition of employment.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their application via the Town of Devon's online applicant tracking system. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.