Opportunity Notice - Full-time Facility Operator

Posting Date: April 26, 2022

Job Type: Full-time (Unionized - CUPE Local 4960)

Work Location: Nick Smith Centre

Hours of Work: 80 hrs per two-week period

Hourly Wage: $19.13-$25.43 per hour

The Town of Arnprior is strategically located along the four-lane Trans Canada Highway just past the Ottawa border and is the first major stop in the Ottawa Valley. We offer the conveniences of an urban town with the beauty of nature that comes with being Where the Rivers Meet. If you are interested in working with a dynamic team and like to help make a difference in supporting the community, we encourage you to apply for the Facility Operator position for which we are currently recruiting.

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the Facility Operator is responsible for supporting the operation, maintenance and repair of the Nick Smith Centre, including two ice surfaces, swimming pool, dressing rooms and community hall, as well as parks.

 

The primary responsibilities for this position include:

• Ensure the proper operation of the Ice Plant as per TSSA regulations.
• Perform ice plan and pool readings up to TSSA and Department of Health regulations including keeping a log book.
• Ensure proper operation and maintenance of the swimming pool as per Renfrew County Health Unit and Province of Ontario Regulations.
• Performs housekeeping duties by maintaining clean areas, and ensure facilities are safe and user-friendly for patrons.
• Responsible to give assistance to all users of the Nick Smith Centre and other related facilities. Making daily regular checks of facility equipment. Reporting damage or vandalism to Operations Supervisor.
• Responsible for performing maintenance in all facilities within the Nick Smith Centre, including maintenance of ice surfaces such as flooding, edging, painting lines and upkeep. To assist in any other maintenance duties deemed necessary by the Operation Supervisor.
• Protect own health and health of others by adopting safe work practices, reporting unsafe conditions immediately, attending all relevant training regarding occupational health and safety. Follow all guidelines for employees and employers as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Required to work evening and weekend shifts.
• Assist in on-the-job training of other employees, including part-time staff.
• Other related duties as assigned.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of:

• Minimum of Grade 12 education;
• Possess a valid class ‘G’ Driver’s License.
• Six (6) months’ previous experience in a work-related environment
• Applied knowledge of the refrigeration system and pool filtration operation.
• Applied knowledge of the Parks systems and trails along with other outdoor related facilities that fall under the Operations Department. 
• Knowledgeable of the hazards and safety requirements of the job.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS and other relevant regulatory and legislative acts related to the operations and maintenance.
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Possess strong administration and record keeping skills.
• Must be physically fit, alert, and capable of following instructions with a minimum of supervision and with a high sense of responsibility.
• Ability to provide guidance, leadership to work colleagues.
• Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures.
• Capable of practicing good public relations at all times.
• Ability to obtain a satisfactory vulnerable sector background check.

 

Assets:

• Pool Operator Level 1 certificate.
• Certified Arena Refrigeration Plant Technician (‘CARPT’);

Note: Refrigeration Operator Class “B” from TSSA would be recognized as equivalent to CARPT

Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to the Human Resources Officer by:

 

Mail: Town of Arnprior

105 Elgin St. W.

Arnprior, Ontario K7S 0A8

E-mail: hr@arnprior.ca

 

If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please email Human Resources at hr@arnprior.ca. Please be advised that internal candidate applications shall be processed first in accordance with the CUPE Local 4960 Collective Agreement. Only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection. The Town is committed to maintaining an equitable work environment and welcomes submissions from all qualified applicants.