Parks and Facilities Attendant

Job details

Under the direction of the Supervisor, this position is responsible for daily maintenance and cleaning of Community Centres and Arenas.

Employment Status:

Seasonal

Union:

CUPE 855 Outside

Open To:

Internal/External Applicant(s)

Date of Posting:

17/07/2026

Closing Date:

31/07/2026

Duration (if temporary):

Up to 9 months

Wage $25.76 hourly (2026)

Reports To North Area Supervisor

Department Community Services

Location Manvers Community Centre, 697 ON-7A, Bethany, ON L0A 1K0

Hours Seasonal up to 9 months, Normal Working Hours 40 hours per week, includes evenings and weekends, from September-March

Other This is a current vacancy. Travel throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes in accordance with job requirements and work
locations may vary

Job Description:

Assist in the daily operation and maintenance of community centres and arenas
Responsible for greasing, adding oil, and changing blades on ice resurfacer
Clearing snow and ice from walkways and emergency exit doors
Responsible for ice resurfacing and maintenance, including using the ice edger
Cleaning of the building and picking up litter outside
Monitor ice plant, including adding and draining oil
Assist with training, advising and guiding part-time staff in the performance of tasks and duties relating to arena maintenance
Collecting of fees and issuing receipts
Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills/Education Required:

Secondary School diploma with additional education related to facility maintenance
Experience in the operations of arenas and ice operations is preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety and WHMIS
ORFA Basic Refrigeration Certification is preferred
Demonstrated ability to operate ice resurfacer and ice edger, hand tools, gasoline or electric motorized equipment, and small tractors with working knowledge of equipment preventative maintenance
Demonstrated professional and ethical responsibility to protect privacy, use confidential information appropriately, treat sensitive situations with appropriate degree of tact and discretion
Effective oral communication and strong interpersonal skills to deal with members of the public, council and all levels of staff
Demonstrated time-management skills with the ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy
Ability to work independently or as an effective member of a team
Good analytical and problem solving skills related to area of expertise
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, the internet, and any other related software
Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s Licence
Upon a conditional offer of employment, a Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Search will be required

Applicants must be prepared for skill testing.