REPORTS TO: Recreation Maintenance Supervisor
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About The Organization:
Come live, work and play in paradise! Located along the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia, Powell River is a contemporary hub that balances abundant, natural beauty and a surplus of adventures with growing industry sectors in technology, retail, and tourism. Located just a 90-minute ferry away from Vancouver Island, within the traditional territory of the Tla'amin Nation, Powell River offers a mix of urban and rural living in a temperate climate. It’s known for an unparalleled outdoor lifestyle, a vibrant arts community, and four seasons of recreational adventures to explore.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Recreation Facilities Maintenance Worker I provides operational, custodial and routine maintenance support for recreation facilities and related public spaces. The position helps keep facilities clean, safe, functional and ready for daily programs, public use and scheduled activities. The work includes facility upkeep, basic repairs, equipment operation, set-up support and monitoring of public use in accordance with established procedures. Performs related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Training:
High School (Grade 12). Valid B.C. Class 5 Driver's License. Building Service Worker 1. Refrigeration Safety Awareness Certificate. A.E.D. Training.
Ability to obtain the following training within the trial period: W.H.M.I.S. certificate. Confined Space Entry Training. S.C.B.A. Training. Chlorine Handling Training. Arena Icemaker Certificate. Pool Operator 1.
Experience: One (1) year of related experience in custodial, facility maintenance, arena, pool or public recreation facility operations.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Working knowledge of custodial methods, basic building maintenance practices and recreation facility operations. Ability to carry out routine janitorial, maintenance and set-up duties with care and consistency. Ability to operate tools, equipment and vehicles safely and in accordance with established procedures. Clearly demonstrates sound judgment when responding to service requests, public concerns and routine operational issues. Strong communication skills support clear interaction with staff, contractors and members of the public. Ability to coordinate assigned tasks, shift priorities and complete work within required timelines. Serves the public in a respectful and professional manner while supporting a positive user experience. Willing to follow direction, work independently and contribute to a cooperative team environment. Working knowledge of safe work practices, hazard awareness, incident response and security procedures relevant to recreation facilities. Ability to maintain accurate records, logs and basic work documentation related to assigned duties. Ability to perform physical duties associated with lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling and working in a range of indoor and outdoor conditions. Ability to approach work and relationships in a culturally sensitive and inclusive manner. Demonstrates adaptability in learning new processes and operational requirements as service needs change.
PAY RATE:
This is a union position with the current pay rate of $34.27 per hour as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 798 Collective Agreement.
HOURS OF WORK:
Monday through Sunday, 24-hour continuous operation schedule, up to 8 hours per day, up to 40 hours per week.
Please note: This position is to provide additional capacity and to cover for absences such as sick and vacation relief. It requires availability for both short-notice and pre-scheduled work for a varied schedule including daytime, evening, and weekend shifts
Full Job Description Here
If you are interested in this position:
- Complete the questions contained in the application below. NOTE: CUPE members must use their correct seniority date. After completing the questions, click "Next".
- Attach a cover letter and a resume as separate PDF or Word documents. This is a mandatory requirement of the application process.
- Attach copies of degrees, diplomas, and certifications if applicable in one single PDF or Word document.
- IMPORTANT: Each applicant must use an email address unique to them.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, we may choose to only acknowledge those applicants selected for interview.
The City of Powell River is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants may be required to participate in formal testing and interviews and to provide documentation to demonstrate and support their qualifications.
