Hybrid Recreation Operator chez City of Lethbridge

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL                                                                                      August 13, 2025

Recreation Operator 
Recreation and Culture Department 
Seasonal Term – up to 4 positions available

 

The City of Lethbridge Recreation and Culture department is accepting applications for up to 4 Seasonal Term positions of Recreation Operator to work at various City of Lethbridge arenas.

Pay Rate:                      $40.24 per hour 
Status:                          The term will be approximately 6 months, starting in September

Hours of Work:            0 – 40 hours per week (day, evening, and weekend shift work may be required)

DUTIES:

The successful applicants will be primarily responsible for maintaining a safe, clean and functional facility for various user groups. This will include maintenance of artificial ice surfaces and operation of refrigeration equipment, minor facility and equipment repairs, general janitorial duties, operations record-keeping, and handling public inquiries and concerns while ensuring that facility rules are followed. Applicants will also be required to perform routine safety and maintenance checks of facilities and equipment including various pumps, boilers and furnaces, as well as learning the facility policies and rules. Assisting patron groups in setting up special events will also be required, as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful candidates will have the following skills and qualifications:

·         Must possess a Level I Arena Operators certification and are working towards their Level 2.

·         Operational experience with ice resurfacing equipment is an asset.

·         Experience with general custodial work.

·         Strong mechanical aptitude to complete routine service checks, troubleshoot issues and perform minor repairs on equipment.

·         Ability to work on a team or independently with limited supervision.

·         Good communication skills with the ability to deal tactfully and diplomatically with the public.

·         Ability to carry out duties based upon oral and/or written instructions

The successful candidates must demonstrate the following expectations in carrying out the position’s responsibilities:

·         Combination of skills and opportunities to help earn the trust, respect, and confidence of the community.

·         Decision Making - doing the right thing for the situation.

·         Consistency of approach-every person knowing they matter/they will be heard and treated with dignity.

·         Generating good solutions for situations.

·         Professionalism, respectfulness and politeness when dealing with the public, users and fellow staff.

We are looking for a team member who demonstrates professionalism and is committed to providing exemplary public service. Details

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume with cover letter online at www.lethbridge.ca

Applicants must apply online. We are unable to accept paper copies of resumes or applications sent via email.

For further information on this opportunity, please contact:
Andy Carroll 403-320-4253 or Garry Taylor (403) 320-4179

Closing Date: August 20, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

All applicants are thanked in advance for their interest. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

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