Facility Operator

Overview
The Town of Hanover is recruiting a mechanically-inclined, service-oriented team player to join our team as Facility Operator in the Parks, Recreation and Culture (PRC) department. This existing vacancy is for a full-time, permanent role within the CUPE bargaining unit.

Responsibilities

• Operating and maintaining all indoor and outdoor recreational municipal facilities, including the P&H Centre (building, arena, pool), parks and pavilions, athletic fields, green spaces, splash pad, and trails
• Maintaining and ensuring proper operation of the refrigeration system
• Maintaining pool chemistry, filtration systems, etc. to ensure operations are in line with legislated standards
• Operating and performing routine maintenance of equipment such as vehicles, ice resurfacer, mowers, snow blowers, tools, etc.
• Completing electrical, mechanical, renovation and plumbing repairs, including checking and maintaining building systems such as boilers and HVAC systems
• Opening and closing the facility; completing security checks; monitoring groups and individuals using facilities; taking corrective action where required
• Setting up and taking down tables, chairs and equipment for rentals
• Collecting refuse and maintaining clean and safe facilities, including washrooms, arena seating, player benches, showers, etc.
• Maintaining a variety of maintenance and equipment logs; documenting all incidents and inspections
• Establishing and fostering positive relationships with staff and patrons; responding to inquiries and/or complaints; responding to emergency call outs

A detailed position description is available at

Qualifications

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum one year of similar experience an asset
• ORFA Basic Refrigeration and/or Certified Pool Operator certification required
• ORFA, OPA or related turf and/or parks training or certification an asset
• Valid Ontario 'G' or higher class driver's license in good standing
• Standard First Aid with CPR certification an asset
• Well-defined sense of diplomacy with strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
• Effective time management and organizational skills with ability to problem solve and adapt to a dynamic and changing environment
• Must be willing and able to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Basic computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office an asset

The Town of Hanover is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. Applicants must self-identify and make their accessibility needs known in advance. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. Information is collected solely for the purpose of job selection under the provisions of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $21.34-$30.71 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Application question(s):

• Please list relevant certifications you possess (eg ORFA Basic Refrigeration, Certified Pool Operator, etc).
• Are you willing and able to work days, evenings, weekends, and some holidays?

Experience:

• related facility operation & maintenance: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• G or higher class driver's license in good standing (preferred)

Work Location: In person