Wage $25.76 hourly (2026)
Reports To South 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:
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Assist in the daily operation and maintenance of community centres and arenas
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Responsible for greasing, adding oil, and changing blades on ice resurfacer
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Clearing snow and ice from walkways and emergency exit doors
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Responsible for ice resurfacing and maintenance, including using the ice edger
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Cleaning of the building and picking up litter outside
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Monitor ice plant, including adding and draining oil
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Assist with training, advising and guiding part-time staff in the performance of tasks and duties relating to arena maintenance
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Collecting of fees and issuing receipts
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Perform other related duties as assigned
Skills/Education Required:
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Secondary School diploma with additional education related to facility maintenance
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Experience in the operations of arenas and ice operations is preferred
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Demonstrated knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety and WHMIS
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ORFA Basic Refrigeration Certification is preferred
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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
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Demonstrated professional and ethical responsibility to protect privacy, use confidential information appropriately, treat sensitive situations with appropriate degree of tact and discretion
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Effective oral communication and strong interpersonal skills to deal with members of the public, council and all levels of staff
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Demonstrated time-management skills with the ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy
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Ability to work independently or as an effective member of a team
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Good analytical and problem solving skills related to area of expertise
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Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, the internet, and any other related software
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Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s Licence
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Upon a conditional offer of employment, an acceptable Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Search will be required
Applicants must be prepared for skill testing.
The City of Kawartha Lakes is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
We are dedicated to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please let us know of any accommodations you may require. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met throughout the recruitment and selection process.
