Arena Maintenanceperson(s)

August 20, 2026

Job Description Section: Arenas Division: Parks and Recreation Services Department: Community Services Initial Reporting Location: Various Arenas Job Status: Seasonal part time positions Estimated Probable Duration: Seven (7) months Number of Vacancies: 3 Union Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Outside Unit Hours of Work: Up to 48 hours bi-weekly Shift Work Required: Yes Rate of Pay: $34.75 per hour The start date will follow the selection process. A criminal record check is required for this position and will be requested by the Hiring Manager should you be the candidate of choice. Please do not submit your criminal record check with your application. Main Function: Assist with the operation and maintenance of an arena/community centre/sports complex. During ice-out periods may act as maintenanceperson performing general park duties. Characteristic Duties: Under the general supervision of the Manager of Arenas or Assistant Manager of Arenas and the day-to-day direction of the Arena Maintenanceperson Lead Hand. <ul><li>Act as a general handyman in performing a variety of duties connected with maintenance, repair, minor construction, grounds keeping.</li><li>Maintain ice surface by utilizing arena refrigeration systems and ice resurfacer.</li><li>Conduct regular scheduled ice surface maintenance, edging, ice build-up/shaving, whitewashing, lining, logo painting, and drop-in logo installation.</li><li>Perform the function of janitor to the buildings.</li><li>Deliver equipment, supplies and material by designated vehicle.</li><li>Requisition supplies and materials for maintenance, repair and construction work.</li><li>Maintain surveillance and minor service to mechanical, electrical and refrigeration equipment: reports abnormalities or breakdown of equipment or vandalism to the Manager of Arenas or designate Assistant Manager of Arenas.</li><li>Maintain all records in accordance with the Operating Engineers Act.</li><li>Maintain Daily Work Performance and Preventative Maintenance Logs.</li><li>Maintain Daily Heating System and Refrigeration Plant Logs.</li><li>Assist with the co-ordination of set-up of special events and functions.</li><li>In the absence of the Manager of Arenas, designate Assistant Manager of Arenas, Arena Maintenanceperson Lead Hand, protect the Facility, collect monies from ice rentals and accept responsibility for monies generated by the canteen and tickets sales, oversee and instruct part time maintenance staff and security personnel in the safe performance of their duties. </li><li>Maintain a good corporate image of the Department and CGS.</li><li>Ensure all procedures in the Arenas Safe Work Procedures Manual are followed</li><li>Provide the highest standard of quality customer service to a wide variety of Facility Users</li><li>Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.</li><li>Perform other related duties as required. </li></ul>Qualifications Education and Training: <ul><li>Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.</li><li>Possession of a Refrigeration Operator “B” Certificate, where applicable under the Act. Where the act does not apply, Basic Refrigeration Level 1 is required.</li><li>Other Ontario Recreation Facilities Association (ORFA) Certifications considered an asset. </li></ul>Experience <ul><li>Three (3) years* experience maintaining a similar type building and equipment, including working knowledge of building operating systems such as HVAC systems, sound systems, electrical, plumbing, fire, etc. </li><li>Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Arena ice making operations and resurfacing. </li></ul>NOTE: For this position, years* is considered equivalent to winter seasons (ie: 3 years is equal to 3 winter seasons). Other Requirements <ul><li>Proven dependability to be able to work without direct supervision.</li><li>Must have demonstrated strong customer service and interpersonal skills in dealing with the public, staff and outside agencies in a courteous and effective manner.</li><li>Must have demonstrated knowledge operating an ice resurfacer. </li><li>Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.</li><li>Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.</li><li>Provide at own cost, a Criminal Record Check.</li><li>May require the use of a personal or CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver's licence and have an acceptable driving record. </li></ul>This job is also being posted as a development opportunity. Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period of time may be considered for this position as a development opportunity. Development opportunity rate of pay: $33.01 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced rate until the minimum qualifications have been met. How To Apply If you are viewing this job posting through a website other than the City of Greater Sudbury's, please visit to apply online. We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version. <ul><li>Click on the Apply for Job button.</li><li>Follow the step by step application process.</li><li>Ensure you attached a cover letter and resume. Acceptable file types are:</li><li>.doc</li><li>.docx</li><li>.txt</li><li>.pdf</li><li>.rtf</li><li>Once completed, review your application and click on the Submit button.</li><li>Upon submission of your application, you will get a confirmation on the screen that your application has been successfully submitted. You will also receive an e-mail confirmation to the e-mail address on your profile. </li></ul>All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager. Live outside Canada or new to Canada? The City of Greater Sudbury is dedicated to maintaining a fair, inclusive, and equitable work environment and our City welcomes qualified applicants from anywhere. To learn more about working in Canada, visit this webpage: Applicants Living Outside of Canada (greatersudbury.ca) Contact Us For technical difficulties, issues, questions or accommodations with an application made online email myJOBS@greatersudbury.ca

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