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Part-Time Arena/Ice Attendant
We are hiring a Part-Time Arena/Ice Attendant to join our recreational team. In this high-profile role, you will be the face of our facility, interacting directly with patrons while ensuring a safe, clean, and top-tier ice environment. This position is ideal for individuals looking for flexible evening and weekend shifts.
📋 Key Responsibilities
Your main goal is to maintain excellent public relations and ensure smooth daily operations through the following tasks:
- Ice Operations & Maintenance:
Make and maintain artificial ice. Operate the Olympia Ice Resurfacers, handle propane refueling, and set out hockey nets for games and practices.
- Facility Janitorial Duties: Clean and stock washrooms (with random checks every 30 minutes). Clean and lock dressing rooms, sweep and mop the lobby, hallways, bleachers, player benches, and penalty boxes.
- Safety & Minor Maintenance: Keep all facility entranceways and fire exits completely free of snow, ice, and debris. Record ice plant readings at least 3 times per shift.
- Facility Security: Ensure all user groups have fully vacated the facility before leaving. Secure all spectator doors, turn off bleacher heaters, shut off ventilation fans, and lock all facility doors and lights at the end of the night.
💼 Job Requirements
- Professional Demeanor: Outstanding communication skills. Must be polite, courteous, neat, and tidy in appearance at all times.
- Strict Shift Policy: Attendants must remain on-site for the duration of the shift until all user groups leave. Coaching, playing hockey, refereeing, or goal judging is strictly prohibited during working hours.
- Attention to Detail: Ability to diligently complete the daily log checklist, record exact user ice times, and document facility damages to the Recreation Director.
🎁 What We Offer
- A dynamic, sports-centric work environment.
- Structured, clear-cut daily operations and checklists.
- Flexible part-time scheduling (perfect for supplementing income).
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your experience to:
📩 Email: recreation@oyen.ca
📍 In Person/Mail: Town office, 201 Main Street, Oyen, AB
The Town of Oyen thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Parks & Recreation Operator I
Town of Oyen is seeking a hardworking, energetic, and community-minded individual to join our team as a Parks & Recreation Operator I.
If you love working outdoors, operating machinery, and taking pride in keeping our community's parks, arenas, and facilities beautiful and safe, this is the perfect role for you!
Key Responsibilities:
· Green Space & Facility Maintenance: Cut grass, trim trees, paint curbs, maintain ball fields, and handle general custodial duties across municipal properties.
· Seasonal Operations: Support spring opening and fall closing of the community pool, and operate the ice resurfacing machine (Zamboni) for winter arena maintenance.
· Event Support: Set up tables, chairs, and bleachers for special town events.
· Winter Control: Clear snow and ice from municipal sidewalks.
· Equipment Care: Clean, service, and maintain hand tools, power equipment, and motorized vehicles.
What We Are Looking For:
Required Qualifications:
· High School Diploma (Grade 12) or equivalent.
· Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
· Physical capability to perform heavy manual labor (lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling) for extended periods in all weather conditions.
Required within 12 months of hire (if not already held):
· Valid First Aid / CPR Certification & WHMIS.
· Pesticide Applicator Certification.
· Pool Operator Level 1 & Arena Operator Level 1.
Key Skills:
· Proficient computer skills and advanced organizational/time-management abilities.
· A creative, energetic, and outgoing personality with excellent teamwork skills.
Working Conditions & Compensation:
· Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (with occasional flexibility required for special events or urgent seasonal projects).
· Location: recreation Department
· Competitive Salary/Wage
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your experience to:
📩 Email: recreation@oyen.ca
📍 In Person/Mail: Town office, 201 Main Street, Oyen, AB
The Town of Oyen thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
