Caretaker I (Arena)

Position Details

• Job Title: Caretaker I (Arena) – Seasonal Part Time
• Department: Recreation and Culture
• Rate of Pay: $30.37 per hour
• Closing Date: 2026-09-11
• Location: Elliot Lake

Classification

CARETAKER I (ARENA) – SEASONAL PART TIME

Primary Purpose of Job

Supporting the operations of Rogers Arena and grounds, including maintaining the ice surface, equipment and all other general labour duties required to provide a clean, safe and efficient facility.

Basic Job Duties

• Ensure the arena facility is maintained in a safe, clean, and operational condition for public use and enjoyment.
• Provide excellent customer service by responding to public inquiries and complaints, assisting user groups, providing crowd control, assisting with special event set-up and tear-down, and performing basic security duties as required.
• Operate the ice resurfacing machine (Olympia) and power edger to maintain ice surfaces in accordance with established safety and quality standards.
• Assist with ice installation, painting, maintenance, repair, and removal.
• Operate small equipment for snow removal and general grounds maintenance, as required.
• Assist with the regular servicing, inspection, and maintenance of facility equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Perform general facility maintenance to ensure the arena meets operational standards, health and safety requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Perform facility opening and closing procedures in accordance with established operating procedures.
• Perform janitorial duties to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming facility.
• Conduct daily inspections, cleaning, greasing, and minor maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and machinery.
• Maintain accurate records related to facility operations, maintenance schedules, inspections, supply inventory, and facility concerns, and prepare reports as requested by the Supervisor.
• Assist with the maintenance and operation of other Recreation and Culture facilities as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Arena Refrigeration Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Certified Ice Technician designation or willingness to obtain.
• Minimum six (6) months of related Arena experience or equivalent facility experience.
• Basic demonstrated knowledge of carpentry, janitorial, plumbing, and electrical.
• Knowledge of provincial legislation and regulation of Ontario's Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Satisfactory physical condition to be able to perform tasks of heavy physical exertion for 1 to 2 hours per shift.
• A valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence (DZ licence is considered an asset).
• Certified in First Aid and CPR Level C + AED.
• Ability to work shiftwork, including evenings, nights and weekends. May be required to respond to emergency call-outs (e.g. building alarms).

Application Instructions

Applications for this position will be accepted until 3:00pm on September 11th, 2026. Please submit your applications to hr@city.elliotlake.on.ca.