Outdoor Skate / Shinny Guard

Number of Positions: 12 Job Type: Management and Administration/Union Number of Positions: 12 Department: COMMUNITY SERVICES Division: Recreation Hourly Rate: $17.95 Job Status and Duration: Part Time (PT), Temporary (T), vacancy for months Hours of Work: 24 hour workweek / shift work / variable hours flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays is required Location: City Hall - Various Locations Closing Date: 10/12/2026 Notice to Internal Applicants: To ensure your application is processed as internal, please submit your application using your City of Brampton work email address Primary Function This position reports to the Recreation Programmer / Recreation Coordinator. You will be responsible to supervise and maintain a safe, enjoyable environment for all users Position Duties Supervise participants and maintain complete vigilance to minimize risks, and be ready to respond at all times Maintain a safe, enjoyable, and inclusive program environment for all participants by educating and enforcing program rules Ensure all participants are equipped with proper personal protective equipment (e.g. helmet) when required Supervise program participants and ensure their safety both on and off the ice Provide a high level of front line customer service including greeting and engaging participants Communicate with participants in regards to lesson opportunities and accident prevention Address and resolve complaints and on-ice issues Complete administrative duties in a timely manner (e.g. attendance and incident/accident reports) Report all concerns, accidents and incidents to immediate supervisor for follow up and take appropriate action Maintain facility, grounds, equipment and amenities i.e. pick litter, snow/ice removal, windows and doors, clean washrooms, change rooms, empty garbage Understand, adhere to, and enforce Corporate Policies & Procedures, Confidentiality Guidelines, Emergency Procedures and Health and Safety Standards for all participants and staff Attend meetings/training as required Handle program feedback in a professional manner by providing exceptional customer service Monitor the use of equipment and supplies, conduct inventory counts and re-stock as needed Performs other duties as assigned Maintain an understanding of department programs and services Selection Criteria Minimum 15 years of age Demonstrate intermediate level skating skills during an on-ice practical assessment Current Standard First Aid / CPR OR Intermediate First Aid with CPR-C and AED from an accredited organization, or the ability to obtain within 1 month of date of hire Ability to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) Exceptional customer service and communication skills Successful completion of an ice skills assessment (Forward Skating, Backward Skating, Turns and Stops) Additional Information Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria. Interview: Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology. If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by clicking the apply now button by (10/12/2026) and complete the attached questionnaire. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The City of Brampton requires all applicants to have a valid Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (Level 2) or a Vulnerable Sector Check (if 18 years of age or older) issued from their local police department, dated within the last six (6) months. All checks must indicate for the purpose of employment. 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