Skate Patrol/Arena Assistant

Position Details

• Position Type: Temporary, Part-Time
• Anticipated Contract Start/End Date: September 21, 2026 to April 9, 2027
• Location: Saugeen Shores
• Wage: $17.60 to $19.60 per hour
• Number of Vacancies: 4
• Department: Parks & Recreation

The Team

We take our team-first culture so seriously that we wrote a Team Saugeen Charter to celebrate and protect it. Our shared role is to keep Saugeen Shores safe, well-serviced, growing, and vibrant in ways that respect the public and reflect our members. We develop careers from the inside first, engage each other personally and professionally, welcome change, and embrace new ideas. We do more than live with work processes; we seek to continuously improve them. And we have each other's backs—because that is what great teams do.

Join Us

As a Skate Patrol - Arena Assistant, you'll have the opportunity to experience all that Saugeen Shores has to offer while contributing to our vibrant community. Whether you're looking to gain valuable work experience, enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Huron, or be part of a supportive and dynamic team, Saugeen Shores is the place for you. Apply now and start your journey with us!

About the Role

• Ensure skaters are complying with the posted rules for public skating.
• Assist with the maintenance of ice during hockey events (shoveling, moving nets, etc.).
• Perform arena maintenance duties including sweeping and cleaning arena stands and lobby, emptying waste and recycling containers.
• Assist with the set up and tear down for special events.
• Perform general customer service duties.

Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 14 years of age.
• Must be comfortable on skates and have basic skating ability.
• Must provide own skates, helmet, as well as CSA approved safety shoes/boots (all other PPE will be provided by the Town).
• You are committed, reliable, and willing to work hard.
• You are safety conscious and always demonstrate safe work practices.
• You follow instructions well, possess excellent teamwork skills and can communicate effectively in a professional manner.
• You are flexible and available to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.

Application Process

If you’re interested in joining our team, please apply by the posting closing date. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Town of Saugeen Shores is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). The Town of Saugeen Shores will make every effort to accommodate applicants with disabilities in its recruitment and selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990 and will be used for the purpose of this employment opportunity only.

If you require an accommodation to submit your resume for an employment opportunity, or for more information on accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Coordinator at jobs@saugeenshores.ca or by phone at 519-832-2008 x.161.