Conversions (Overnight)

Ottawa Senators; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Job summary

The Ottawa Senators are seeking a casual part-time Conversions team member at Canadian Tire Centre to support arena changeovers and ensure operational tasks are performed for every event. This overnight role includes lifting up to 50 lbs and coordinating with a small crew.

Responsibilities cover assembling/disassembling equipment, installing dashers/glass, light custodial work, minor repairs, and assisting arena engineers with ice resurfacing. Flexibility for weekends/holidays is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and comfortable working at heights.
• Forklift experience is an asset.
• Bilingual English & French is an asset.
• Ability to lead a group of 3rd party labourers.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality around high profile people/events.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions (OHSA).
• Must own CSA-approved steel-toed footwear and wear PPE as required.
• Familiar with tools and maintenance equipment.
• Willing to work varied schedule including overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble event equipment (tables, chairs, risers, staging).
• Install and remove hockey dashers and glass, and temporary flooring on ice surface.
• Assist with light custodial duties (dusting, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming).
• Complete minor repairs on ice surface, dasher boards, spectator seating, and equipment.
• Assist arena engineers with ice resurfacing duties.
• Complete work orders and building maintenance as assigned by Supervisor.
• Perform other duties as required by the Conversions Supervisor.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Forklift experience

Bilingual (English & French)

Team leadership

OHSA knowledge

PPE compliance

Tools & maintenance equipment

Willing to work nights/weekends

Tools

Tools & maintenance equipment

Job description

The Opportunity

The Conversions team works together to perform arena changeovers and ensure that all operational tasks are properly performed to guarantee the success of every event held at Canadian Tire Centre, home of the National Hockey League’s Ottawa Senators. This is a casual part-time position and staffing requirements are determined on an event-to-event basis contingent on the demand of the event’s organizer. This position will remain open for future hiring purposes.

Hours of Work

This position will be overnight.

Key Responsibilities

Ongoing

• Responsible for the assembly and disassembly of event equipment, such as tables, chairs, risers, and staging
• Install and remove hockey dashers and glass, as well as temporary flooring on ice surface
• Assist with light custodial duties including dusting, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming when required
• Complete minor repairs on ice surface, dasher boards, spectator seating, and all other equipment
• Assist arena engineers with their ice resurfacing duties
• Complete work orders and perform building maintenance as assigned by Supervisor

Periodic

• Perform other duties as required from time to time at the request of the Conversions Supervisor

Health & Safety Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Responsible for ensuring that all areas covered by Occupational Health & Safety Act (“OHSA”) are adhered to, specifically:

• Working in compliance with the provisions of the OHSA regulations and internal policies and procedures
• Using or wearing protective equipment, devices or clothing when required
• Reporting any missing or defective equipment or protective device which could endanger himself or herself or another team member
• Reporting any contravention of the OHSA regulations or Senators Sports & Entertainment policies and procedures

Qualifications (what we look for)

• Must be physically able to do heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs) and comfortable working at heights
• Forklift experience is an asset
• Effective oral and written communication skills, bilingual (English & French) an asset
• Ability to lead a group of 3rd party labourers
• Maintain a great degree of professionalism and confidentiality around high profile people and/or events
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
• Must own CSA-approved steeltoed footwear and wear all necessary PPE when required
• Familiar with tools and maintenance equipment
• Possess knowledge of materials, equipment, and methods used in custodial work
• Must be willing and available to work a varied schedule, including overnights, weekends, and holidays

Who We Are

The Ottawa Senators Hockey Club is a professional sports organization competing in the National Hockey League (NHL) and representing Canada’s capital city. The Club delivers world-class sport and live entertainment experiences to the Ottawa-Gatineau region while operating in a fast-paced, collaborative environment across hockey operations, business operations, and event delivery, with a shared commitment to excellence, integrity, and community impact.

What We Offer

Employees will have the opportunity to work in a unique industry, with access to to memorable fan experiences, and free on-site parking - along with the chance to contribute to an organization that takes pride in its people, its performance, and its community.

Compensation

$19.60 per hour.

Job Status

Ongoing Recruitment: we are continuously accepting applications for future openings.

We would like to thank all applicants for applying; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications received will be maintained on file for a period of 6 months and may be referenced for future staffing requirements.

Senators Sports & Entertainment supports the goals of Ontario Regulation 191/11 - Integrated Accessibility Standards and is pleased to accommodate applicants who have a disability during the recruitment process. Please inform the Human Resources Department at 613-599-0250 if you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process. SSE is committed to building an inclusive process that respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities.

SSE confirms that it does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools in its recruitment or hiring processes. All candidate screening, evaluation, and selection decisions are conducted by human recruiters or hiring managers using predefined, job-related criteria, ensuring a fair, transparent, and human-led hiring process in compliance with applicable employment and privacy laws