Facility Operators
Facility Operators are responsible for the overall maintenance of recreation facilities. Amenities such as pools, arenas, multipurpose rooms, are maintained by the various positions under Facility Operations.
Job titles may vary by organizations.
Arena Maintenance Worker
| Reporting to the Community Recreation Manager, Arena Maintenance Workers will be responsible in this unionized position for operating ice-making and resurfacing equipment in the production and maintenance of arena and/or curling ice. |
Typical Job Responsibilities
- Monitor refrigeration equipment, including taking and recording readings and reporting issues
- Checking, adjusting and performing routine repairs and maintenance tasks on equipment and ensuring ice quality is maintained
- Perform a variety of semi-skilled building maintenance and minor repair tasks
- Routine janitorial duties such as cleaning public areas, washrooms and change rooms
- Carry out security checks
- Ensure patrons adhere to facility rules and regulations
- Prepare and maintain a variety of simple records related to the work
Salary Range
Hourly salary range: $23.17 – $27.23 per hour (5 steps, 2018 rates), plus benefits.
Required Skills, Training and Education
Education
- Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by training and experience related to the position
- Graduate from Langara Recreation Studies program is an asset
- Ice Facility Operator Certificate or equivalent
Skills & Training
- Emergency First Aid and CPR Certification
- BC Class 5 (full-privilege) driver’s license
- Working knowledge of the materials, methods and equipment used in building maintenance and janitorial work
- Some knowledge of refrigeration equipment operation and the ability to operate ice-making and resurfacing equipment and to monitor refrigeration equipment is necessary
- Ability to perform a variety of semi-skilled building maintenance, minor repair tasks, perform janitorial duties under minimal supervision
- Ensure janitorial tasks are completed and dealing courteously and effectively with patrons in ensuring observance of facility rules and regulations
Building Service Worker (BSW)
| Building Service Workers will be responsible to set up rooms for rental groups, perform minor maintenance, and operate cleaning machinery as required. BSW’s will perform the following janitorial and custodial tasks: |
Typical Job Responsibilities
- Sweep, wash, wax, and polish floors, hallways and related areas
- Wash hand basins, sinks, toilets, and tile work and replenish supplies in washrooms
- Clean windows, doors, glass partitions, and painted surfaces
- Perform minor maintenance, repair and painting work as required
- Ensure for building security
- Answer inquiries and gives out routine information and assistance to the public when required
- Work with minimal supervision
Salary Range
Hourly salary range: $23.44 – $27.45 per hour (5 steps, 2019 rates) plus 13% in lieu of benefits.
Required Skills, Training and Education
Education
- Completion of Grade 12 (or equivalent) combined with some related experience
- Building Service Worker course would be an asset
Skills and Training
- Emergency First Aid and CPR Certification
- BC Class 5 (full-privilege) driver’s license
- Good knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in janitorial work; Principles of operation of heating, hot water, and ventilation units; and of routine building maintenance and minor repair tasks
- Ability to perform simple repair and maintenance tasks on building and heating units and components
- Deal courteously and effectively with internal and external contacts
- Essential to have strong interpersonal skills and be well organized
Facility and Pool Operations Supervisor
Reporting to the Facilities Operations and Maintenance Superintendent in this unionized position, you will perform a variety of skilled supervisory and technical work relating to multi-use recreation facilities. As the Facility and Pool Operations Supervisor you will be responsible for ensuring that the facility is kept clean to the highest standards at all times. In addition, as a pool operator, you will ensure all preventative maintenance and cleaning procedures are performed on a timely basis, for both indoor aquatics centre and the outdoor pool. This is a hands-on position.
Typical Job Responsibilities
- Plan, assign, schedule, coordinate and review the work of other employees involved in recreation facility and equipment maintenance, janitorial and custodial work, pool maintenance, refrigeration and ice-making, aquatic facilities, waterparks, ice arenas, curling rinks, fitness and community centres
- Train new employees in work safe standards and methods
- Schedule and coordinate maintenance, janitorial/custodial services for a range of public facilities to ensure the operational requirements are met and to identify signs of required maintenance or deterioration
- Coordinate minor repair and maintenance projects with contractors and tradespersons on and maintain service contracts to ensure compliance with specifications and safety standards
- Schedule, coordinate and carry out testing and inspections of water quality in swimming pools
- Provide assistance to the public and user groups and respond to questions and concerns from the public regarding the facilities
- Perform other related work as required
Source: Township of Langley Job Posting
Salary Range
Hourly salary range: $34.27 – $40.35 per hour (2020 rates)
Source: District of Sechelt Job Posting
Required Skills, Training and Education
Education
- Completion of Grade 12
- Completion of a Facilities or Building Maintenance Program (or have an equivalent combination of knowledge and experience)
Certification and Experience
- Certified Pool Operator Level 2
- At least 3 years of supervisory experience
- Forward planning capabilities, motivation and leadership skills essential.
- Emergency First Aid and CPR
- A valid BC Class 5 driver’s license
Facility Maintenance Technician
Facilities Maintenance Technician determines and performs preventative maintenance and repairs on facilities; develops and implements preventative maintenance schedules and standards; and acts as an emergency contact during emergency situations as they relate to facility operations.
Typical Job Responsibilities
- Pool maintenance and water chemistry
- Installing and maintaining ice
- Operating related equipment
- Performing minor maintenance and repair of machines, pumps and filters
- Performing minor construction, renovation and maintenance of recreation buildings, and ensuring building security along with performing custodial functions for the ice arena, swimming pool, public and multi-purpose areas.
- Participates in activities related to special events and program activities
- Provides assistance to user groups and other organizations using recreation facilities
- Ensures security measures are implemented and conforms to facility rules and regulations
- Considerable knowledge of the applicable hazards and safety precautions, including procedures for handling chlorine, ammonia and cleaning agents used in City recreation facilities
Salary Range
Hourly salary range: $27.04 to $31.82 plus an additional 12% percent in lieu of benefits
Required Skills, Training and Education
Education
- Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by basic carpentry courses
- Completion of a Facilities or Building Maintenance Program (or have an equivalent combination of knowledge and experience)
Skills and Training
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence
- Pool Operator Level I and II certificates from a recognized association or educational institute
- Refrigeration Plant Operator Certificate
- 2 years of experience in the operation and maintenance of ice-making equipment and refrigeration and pool filtration systems
- General electric, plumbing and carpentry skills and experience
- Knowledge of general facility maintenance, repairs, products and procedures
- Demonstrate strong communication, problem solving, time management and project management skills
- Ideal characteristics: takes initiative, reliable, strong attention to detail, leadership
Pool Service Worker
Pool Service Workers are responsible for a combination of operational, technical and building maintenance work performed on an assigned shift in an aquatic facility.
Typical Job Responsibilities
- Performing janitorial and custodial tasks ensuring the pool facilities are maintained at an established level of cleanliness and sanitation
- Inspect, repair, maintain, and operate a variety of swimming pool equipment such as pumps, valves, chlorinators, heating units, boilers, filters, chlorine tanks, pipes, meters and motors
- Perform a variety of semi-skilled building and equipment maintenance duties and minor repair work such as painting, plumbing, electrical repairs and simple carpentry
- Able to work with minimal supervision
Source: Township of Langley Job Posting
Salary Range
Hourly salary range: $25.82 – $30.33 per hour (5 steps, 2020 rates) plus 13% in lieu of benefits
Source: Township of Langley Job Posting
Required Skills, Training and Education
Education and Experience
- Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by related technical training
- Sound experience in the operation and maintenance of pool and building equipment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
- Considerable knowledge of materials, methods and equipment used in janitorial and custodial work; of the operating principles and procedures of water heating, boiling, filtration and chlorination equipment, and the methods, practices and materials used in the operation of indoor and outdoor swimming pools
- Working knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems applicable to the operation of the pool facilities.
Certifications
- BC Class 5 (full-privilege) driver’s license or equivalent driver’s license for where you reside. You must include with your application a current Personal Driver’s Record (select the 5 years’ option if obtaining online) that has been obtained within 6 months of the closing date. To obtain a copy of your Personal Driving Record, please contact ICBC directly or the driving authority where you reside.
- Pool Operator’s Certificate – Level II
- Emergency First Aid and CPR Certification
Utility Maintenance Worker (UMW)
| Utility Maintenance Workers are responsible for maintaining building standards and monitoring building security and safety, the UMW is responsible for a variety of functions related to the operation and service of swimming pools, pool chemical controllers, pumps, filtration and related equipment, in addition to performing routine to skilled maintenance, repair and cleaning of pools and community/recreation facilities. Ensures efficient facility operation by directing and assisting maintenance staff in mechanical, technical and custodial duties. This employee is responsible for the maintenance of ice-making equipment, swimming pool filtering equipment, pool chemical treatment, heating plants, ultra violet generators and computerized energy management systems. Incumbent also plays a key role in the training and development of staff. Common Job Title: Utility Service Worker |
Typical Job Responsibilities
- Supervises and trains maintenance staff in operation and maintenance of building systems and equipment
- Schedules and assigns duties to maintenance staff, and ensures that daily, weekly, monthly and annual work plans are in place
- Carries out building and equipment maintenance and implements preventative maintenance schedules
- Maintains and analyzes records of equipment operations, making adjustments as required
- Assists with budget-related tasks, developing related policies and procedures, and selection and evaluation of maintenance staff as required
Salary Range
Bi-weekly salary range: $2,532.80 – $2746.40 plus municipal benefits
Required Skills, Training and Education
Education
- Completion of Grade 12 (or equivalent) combined with some related experience
- Supervisory experience in a unionized recreation centre
- Pool Operator Level I and II
- Completion of a recognized certification program in Building Service Work
- Refrigerator operator certification or 5th class power engineer refrigeration endorsement
Skills and Training
- Emergency First Aid and CPR Certification
- BC Class 5 (full-privilege) driver’s license
- Thorough knowledge of custodial, mechanical, building & equipment maintenance
- Ability to supervise, train, evaluate and motivate staff and instill pride in their work
- Sound knowledge of refrigeration/filtration systems, boiler/HVAC units & EMS systems
- Ability to deal courteously and effectively with general public and users of facilities to ensure observance of the rules and regulations
- Above average manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude
Zamboni Operator
| Zamboni Operators are responsible for operating the Zamboni during ice sessions as well as performing a variety of ice maintenance, janitorial and minor building maintenance activities. Common Job Title: Maintenance Assistant |
Typical Job Responsibilities
- Perform variety of ice maintenance
- Assist with janitorial and minor building maintenance activities
- Operate Zamboni during ice sessions
Salary Range
Hourly salary: $24.58 per hour.
Required Skills, Training and Education
Education
- Current Refrigeration Operator (RO) certificate
- Preference given to candidates who have completed the Building Service Worker program
Skills and Training
- Valid BC Class 5 driver’s license
- Previous experience operating a Zamboni
- Experience in janitorial and building maintenance work