ARENA POOL OPERATOR 2

City of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Toronto in Toronto, Ontario, seeks a Facilities Operator to ensure safe operation of arenas, pools, community centres and grounds, with responsibilities spanning maintenance, cleaning and reporting.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining HVAC systems, pumps, ice resurfacing equipment, completing logs, and working shifts weekends at multiple locations. Candidates must have an Ontario G license and WHMIS knowledge, with physical fitness required.

Qualifications

• Experience in safe operation of arenas, pools and associated facilities.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Ontario G Driver's Licence.
• Ability to operate ice resurfacing equipment.
• Familiarity with WHMIS procedures and safety standards.
• Physically capable of performing required duties.

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks for safe and proper operation of facilities including arenas, pools, and grounds.
• Performs repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Carries out janitorial and seasonal maintenance duties.
• Produces incident and operation reports.
• Inspects and operates HVAC, pumps, and refrigeration equipment.
• Sets up and tears down equipment for events and programs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Physical fitness

Safety awareness

Education

Ontario G Driver's Licence

Tools

Ice resurfacing equipment

Facility maintenance equipment

Job description

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• Division & Section: Parks & Recreation, Community Recreation
• Work Location: Various, To Be Determined.
• Job Type & Duration:Full-time, Temporary
• Hourly Rate: $31.36
• Hours & Shift Information: Various, To be determined, 40 hours per week
• Number of Positions Open: Talent Pool for upcoming vacancies
• Posting Period: 29-June-2026 to 12-Aug-2026

Major Responsibilities:

• Performs tasks required for the safe and proper operation of a facility that may include arenas, pools, community centres and surrounding grounds, including parks maintenance.
• Makes minor equipment and/or facility repairs and performs preventative maintenance.
• Carries out day to day janitorial duties and seasonal maintenance programs.
• Produces reports, including incident reports concerning the operation and use of facilities.
• Inspects and operates equipment such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration equipment, pumps and filtration equipment and grounds maintenance equipment.
• Operates and maintains ice resurfacing equipment and cleans, floods and maintains ice surfaces.
• Repairs and maintains wading/water parks and swimming pools.
• Sets up and takes down equipment and furnishings for all types of permits, programs, public functions and sports activities.
• Performs all readings for pool and/or arenas, including chemical, temperature and pressure readings and any additional instrument readings as required, and maintains records of the same.
• Completes and maintains records and log books.
• May provide work direction and training to other staff.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

• Experience in the safe and efficient operation of arenas, pools and associated facilities and related equipment.
• Must possess and be able to maintain a valid Province of Ontario Class "G" Driver's License and must qualify for the City's equipment operating permits and requirements.

You must also have:

• Ability to efficiently operate and maintain ice re-surfacing equipment.
• Ability to operate and maintain facility maintenance equipment (i.e. janitorial, snow removal equipment, etc.)
• Must be physically capable of performing required duties.
• Must be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, including WHMIS procedures and the provisions and legislation that apply to this work.
• Ability to ensure appropriate maintenance standards for fire and safety conditions.
• Able to maintain Standard First Aid certification.
• Ability to use hand tools, mechanical equipment and make minor mechanical repairs associated with the facility.
• Must be capable of working in all adverse weather conditions.
• Good interpersonal skills to deal with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing.
• Must be available to work shifts, weekends and at various locations.
• May be required to have a Certified Pool Operator's Certificate and/or Basic Refrigeration Certificate (Level 1), or equivalents.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted

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