TERM- Recreation Maintenance Operator

Position Details

• Department: Community Services
• Location: Dryden Recreation Complex
• Status: Term, Full Time
• Hours of Work: 40.0 hours per week
• Hourly Wage: Internal applicant: current rate of pay for the first 30 days worked then increasing to $34.44/hour with benefits as per the IBEW Local 1730 Collective Agreement. External applicant: The first 30 days worked $31.00/hour, after 30 days worked increase to $34.44/hour for the remainder of the term with benefits as per the Employment Standards Act.
• Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Job Summary

To monitor and perform maintenance of all the Recreation Department facilities and equipment while representing the City of Dryden in a professional, positive image.

To ensure Recreation Department facilities are clean and safe by performing routine tasks in maintaining cleanliness, sanitary conditions and appearance. Assisting administration in providing the best customer service.

Position Requirements

• Grade 12 diploma required. A focus on trades education would be considered an asset.
• Current Basic Refrigeration Certification or designated Certified Ice Technician, and Pool Operator’s Certificate would be considered assets.
• Basic knowledge of carpentry, electrical and plumbing
• Must have an aptitude for general mechanical repair and service work.
• Safe Ice Resurfacer Operator Certification would be considered an asset
• Organized, able to set priorities, multitask and make decisions.
• Being able to demonstrate superior problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently as well as in a group setting
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Being able to work in a modified work week environment – including afternoons, evenings and weekends
• Have and maintain a valid “G” license.
• The successful applicant will be required to obtain and submit a criminal record check and driver’s abstract, at their own expense, prior to start date.

Application Process

Interested applicants are to submit a cover letter & resume outlining qualifications & experience through the City’s online application, which can be found at:

Personal Information contained on this form is collected pursuant to the Municipal Act, 2001, and will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility for employment. Questions with respect to the collection of personal information should be addressed to the Freedom of Information and Privacy Coordinator, City of Dryden, 30 Van Horne Avenue, Dryden, ON P8N 2A7 (807) 223-1432.

Accommodations of persons with disabilities are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance to the Director of Human Resources or designate.

The City of Dryden is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.