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Recreation Facilities Operator
- Peace River, AB, Canada
Full Time Employment Wage: $31.62 for the 2026 year Hours: 40 hours per week 8 hrs/day Various shifts including evening and weekends. · Full-time
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- Pay
- Full Time Employment Wage: $31.62 for the 2026 year Hours: 40 hours per week 8 hrs/day Various shifts including evening and weekends.
- Job type
- Full-time
- Closing date
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
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The Town of Peace River Community Services Department is looking for a motivated individual to join the Baytex Energy Centre team, in the full time, permanent position of Recreation Facilities Operator
Success in this position requires a love of working with the public, attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to adapt to changing seasonal
priorities.
Reporting to the Manager of Recreation and Parks, and taking daily direction from the Recreation Facilities Lead, this position supports year-round operations of the Baytex Energy Centre (September–April) and municipal parks (April–August). Responsibilities include customer service, arena and ice plant maintenance, Zamboni operation, equipment maintenance, janitorial services, snow removal, grounds and playground maintenance, trail upkeep, event support, facility repairs, and seasonal facility start-up and shutdown. The role is focused on maintaining safe, clean, and well-functioning recreational facilities and public spaces.
Qualifications
Employee Services Manager
hr@peaceriver.ca
We thank all participants for their interest, however only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
Success in this position requires a love of working with the public, attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to adapt to changing seasonal
priorities.
Reporting to the Manager of Recreation and Parks, and taking daily direction from the Recreation Facilities Lead, this position supports year-round operations of the Baytex Energy Centre (September–April) and municipal parks (April–August). Responsibilities include customer service, arena and ice plant maintenance, Zamboni operation, equipment maintenance, janitorial services, snow removal, grounds and playground maintenance, trail upkeep, event support, facility repairs, and seasonal facility start-up and shutdown. The role is focused on maintaining safe, clean, and well-functioning recreational facilities and public spaces.
Qualifications
- Must be able to work weekends and evenings when scheduled.
- Zamboni operational experience required.
- Demonstrated ability to interact with people in a sensitive, tactful, diplomatic, and professional manner at all times.
- Must be physically capable of lifting over 50 lbs.
- Level 1 Arena Operators Certificate.
- Level 1 Parks & Sports Field Certificate.
- Level 1 Building Maintenance Certificate.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
- Ability to effectively operate computer/programs as required.
- Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation.
- WHMIS and First Aid/CPR training, or willingness to obtain.
- Be willing to continue training to improve job performance and aptitudes.
- Works well with others, and handles direction and criticism in a positive manner.
- An awareness and astuteness of political matters in public administration.
- Your work will have a direct impact on quality of our residents’ day to day lives.
- Opportunities to gain a variety of experience in your position.
- Regular training opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge.
- Short commute to work
- Local work; sleep in your own bed.
- Parking is free.
- Our leadership team values your voice and input and welcomes feedback.
- A defined benefit pension plan and a competitive health and benefits package.
- Full Time Employment Wage: $31.62 for the 2026 year Hours: 40 hours per week 8 hrs/day Various shifts including evening and weekends. Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found
Employee Services Manager
hr@peaceriver.ca
We thank all participants for their interest, however only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Maintain and support year-round operations at the Baytex Energy Centre and municipal parks, including arena and ice plant upkeep, Zamboni operation, equipment maintenance, and janitorial services. Maintain outdoor public spaces and facilities through snow removal, grounds and trail upkeep, repairs, event support, and seasonal start-up and shutdown.
Requirements
Applicants must have Zamboni operating experience, a Level 1 Arena Operators Certificate, Level 1 Parks & Sports Field Certificate, Level 1 Building Maintenance Certificate, and a valid Class 5 driver's license. They must be able to lift over 50 pounds, work scheduled evenings and weekends, interact professionally with the public, and have knowledge of occupational health and safety; WHMIS and First Aid/CPR training are required or must be obtained.
Skills
- Customer Service
- Zamboni Operation
- Arena and Ice Plant Maintenance
- Equipment Maintenance
- Janitorial Services
- Snow Removal
- Grounds and Playground Maintenance
- Trail Maintenance
- Event Support
- Facility Repairs
- Seasonal Facility Start-Up and Shutdown
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Computer Operation
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Teamwork
Benefits
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Health Benefits Package
- Training Opportunities
- Free Parking
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- Sports & Recreation
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- Government & Public Sector
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Keywords
- Baytex Energy Centre
- Municipal Parks
- Recreation Facilities
- Arena Operations
- Level 1 Arena Operators Certificate
- Level 1 Parks & Sports Field Certificate
- Level 1 Building Maintenance Certificate
- Zamboni
- Ice Plant Maintenance
- Equipment Maintenance
- Janitorial Services
- Snow Removal
- Grounds Maintenance
- Playground Maintenance
- Trail Maintenance
- Facility Repairs
- Event Support
- Seasonal Facility Start-Up and Shutdown
- Class 5 Driver's License
- Occupational Health and Safety
- WHMIS
- First Aid
- CPR
- Customer Service
- Public Administration
- CUPE Local 898