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Reporting directly to the General Manager of the Gallagher Centre.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- The Arena Technician will be performing various duties related to the general operation and maintenance of the multi-purpose Gallagher Centre, Kinsmen Arena, sport fields, and other recreation facilities.
-Daily operation and maintenance of various types of equipment associated with the Gallagher Centre, and Parks and Recreation facilities, excluding the Gallagher Centre Water Park.
- Maintaining ice at both the Farrell Agencies Arena and Kinsmen Arena, and some custodial duties as required.
- Performing set-up and take-down duties for various events and functions.
- Monitoring facility operating systems and reporting situations requiring attention.
- Completing other related duties that may be assigned from time to time within the Gallagher Centre and Parks Divisions.
Qualifications:
- Grade 12 or equivalency, with preference for post-secondary education or certification in a related field, experience working in an ice arena environment is an asset.
- Possess strong interpersonal and public relation skills.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently and with minimum supervision.
- Possess the ability to understand and comply with safety policies and procedures.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Drivers license.
- Must possess and maintain RCMP security clearance.
- Possession of a current CPR and First Aid certificate is an asset.
The City of Yorkton wishes to thank all
prospective applicants; however, only those
selected for an interview will be contacted.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- First Aid Certificate
- Driver's License
- CPR Certificate
Work Setting
- Sports facility
- Recreational Facility
- Arena
Ice Maker Specific Skills
- Operate machines to clean, smooth and prepare ice surfaces
Ski Lift Attendant Specific Skills
- Monitor safety area
- Check motor room equipment, gear boxes, carriage and tension systems and other equipment for safe operation