Arena Operator (Cougars Block)

Status: Part-Time

Shift: Shift times will align with game days; Block Commitment Sept 2023 - February 2024 plus potential for playoffs

THE OPPORTUNITY AWAITS YOU

REAL finds itself in the enviable position of managing one of the most interesting and versatile connected spaces in North America with an opportunity to impact the lives of millions by creating life-long memories and delivering exceptional experiences.

Reporting to the Manager, Program Operations, the Arena Operator is responsible for operating machinery on a daily basis to ensure that the playing ice surfaces meet or exceed a high standard for all user groups (e.g. guests, customers and the public). The Arena Operator supports the recreational facilities by ensuring that all facility areas are clean, healthy and are considered safe environments for all. Other functions include the cleaning and maintenance of the ice surface; assisting with the arena building; and the set-up and take down for public and private functions.

What You Will Do

• Performing ice thickness and temperature checks
• Ability to obtain free tickets to a wide variety of sporting and entertainment events.
• Perform a safety and security check of facilities on a daily basis
• Maintaining facility cleanliness and ensuring all equipment is in good order through proper repairs and maintenance
• Tracking and maintaining equipment and supplies
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check for the duration of employment
• Ability to operate various playing surface equipment & Scissor lift is an asset. Proven knowledge and experience of WHIMIS program is an asset
• Matching Group RRSP plan
• Knowledge of labour code, work standards and occupational health and safety regulations
• Grade 12 or a combination of relevant education, training and experience
• Ability to work independently
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Make a difference in your own community
• Discounts during events you participate in as a guest
• Note that this position is an in-scope position under the RWDSU Collective Agreement. Shift start & stop times and scheduled days may be adjusted during course of employment, based on operational requirements
• Performing other duties as allocated
• Conduct thorough and proper ice making and maintenance including but not limited to:
• Must possess and maintain a Valid Class 5 Saskatchewan Provincial driver’s license
• Be a part of an industry responsible to create fun and memorable moments for our guests
• Flooding ice
• Knowledge of ice making, and sport surface maintenance is an asset
• A wide range of employment opportunities to fit your own lifestyle – whether that’s committing to us in a full-time capacity or more of a casual role that is event specific and tailored around your own availability.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work well as part of a team
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, and adapt to change
• Ability to operator heavy equipment; Zamboni and Edger’s
• Preparing arenas for ice installation
• We offer competitive wages and industry standard benefits.
• Experience in multi-tasking and working in a fast-paced environment
• Operating Zamboni
• Strong decision-making skills required
• Assisting in removal and converting surfaces
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others
• MUST BE ABLE TO COMMIT TO ALL U of R Cougar Hockey HOME GAMES:
• Previous experience in performing the function of ice making and sport surface maintenance is an asset