St. Andrew’s College and St. Anne’s School are independent preparatory schools in Aurora, Ontario, offering warm and inspiring learning environments. As leaders in all-boys and all-girls education, both schools emphasize character-building and leadership skills alongside a rigorous curriculum and a wide range of co-curricular activities, including robust athletic programs and a strong focus on arts, drama, and music. At St. Andrew’s and St. Anne’s, students are encouraged to strive for distinction and develop a passion for knowledge, setting the foundation for a lifetime of self-discovery and preparing them to build a better world. To learn more about either institution, please visit our websites at www.sac.on.ca or www.stannes.ca.
St. Andrew’s College is currently accepting applications for a full-time opportunity in the role of Arena Facility Operator / Groundskeeper to assist in the overall maintenance and operation of the arena facility from September to April, and to perform maintenance duties on school grounds from May to August annually.
Shift Requirements:
· Arena – September to April: 10-hour rotating shifts (5:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. to midnight), including weekends, plus one week of nights per month, May to August.
· Grounds – May to August: 8-hour shifts Monday to Friday (6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) with one weekend every 4-6 weeks.
Primary Responsibilities:
· Operate and maintain the arena, ensuring the facility is safe for use
· Monitor and maintain arena facility refrigeration, boiler, HVAC, and associated controls and other operating systems, including safety systems
· Ensure compliance with health, safety, and other regulations and standards
· Operate and maintain the ice resurfacing machine and ice edger
· Inspect and repair boards, kick strips, trim, glass, and perform general maintenance
· Cleaning and upkeep of washrooms and arena facilities
· Respond to emergencies and stabilize the arena until full repairs can be completed
· Assist in the setup for events
· Cutting and trimming of lawn/turf areas every week during the growing season, clearing cuttings, and other debris
· Pruning of shrubs and trees
· Planting and maintenance of garden areas throughout the growing season, including planting annuals, maintaining perennials, weeding/cultivating, fertilizing, watering, and mulching, to ensure optimal selection and appearance of plantings
· Layout and dressing of sports fields for various sports
· Sport field maintenance – fertilizing, aerating, topdressing, and weed control
· Sports equipment maintenance and repair
· Repair and maintenance of property signage
· Maintain or repair tools, equipment, buildings, or fences
Qualifications :
· Minimum completion of secondary school education
· ORFA CIT Certificates in refrigeration and arena operations are considered assets
· A minimum of two years of experience in arena operations and ice resurfacing is required
· Building and grounds maintenance experience is an asset.
· Requires a valid Class G driver’s licence
· Operating knowledge of lawn and garden equipment
Vacancy: This position is being posted to fill a current vacancy.
Application Process
To express interest in this opportunity, please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected] referencing the position title Arena Facility Operator / Groundskeeper in the subject line of your email.
Please note that artificial intelligence (AI) tools will not be used in the screening or evaluation of applications; all materials will be reviewed directly by the Human Resources team.
We believe that diversity in our schools fosters a rich, inclusive, and creative environment. We are actively engaged in building a more diverse school and encourage all qualified applicants to apply. By extension, we are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation through the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 905-727-2580.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.55 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Experience:
- Ice surfacing: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Class G Licence (required)
- Certified Ice Technician (CIT) certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
