Facility Operators - Part-Time CUPE (202645)

Town of Halton Hills; Halton Hills; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Town of Halton Hills is seeking a Facility Operator to support arenas and community centres. This part-time CUPE position covers ice maintenance, refrigeration monitoring, and general caretaking.

The role requires a Secondary School Diploma, experience in facility maintenance, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. First Aid/CPR are required; refrigeration knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in institutional, industrial and/or facility maintenance and janitorial operations.
• Experience in Arena or refrigeration operations.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certifications.
• Basic Refrigeration certification considered an asset.
• Certified Ice Technician (CIT) from Ontario Recreation Facilities Association considered an asset.
• Basic knowledge of refrigeration cycle and equipment to operate artificial ice.
• Ability to operate equipment to maintain ice surface.
• Knowledge of arena facility operation and components.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ice surface and arena equipment in line with best practices.
• Monitor refrigeration plant per TSSA regulations.
• Perform cleaning and building maintenance as scheduled.
• Provide high standard customer service to internal and external customers.
• Assist the public and direct them to appropriate staff.
• Complete daily maintenance records and logs.
• Assist with inventory control of maintenance supplies and tools.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Customer service

Mechanically inclined

Basic carpentry

Electrical skills

Plumbing skills

Refrigeration/HVAC knowledge

Lift up to 20 kg

Work under minimal supervision

Confidentiality

Education

Secondary School Diploma or equivalent

Basic Refrigeration certification (asset)

Certified Ice Technician (CIT) (asset)

Job description

• Facility Operators - Part Time (CUPE) Up to 24 hours per week (202645)

Facility Operators - Part-Time CUPE (202645)

Reporting to the Facility Supervisor and/or Maintenance Coordinator, this position will provide operational, maintenance, and caretaking functions for arenas/community centres and assigned facilities. The part-time facility operator job scope will include, but is not limited to, monitoring an arena refrigeration plant and all related equipment/machinery, as well as installing and maintaining ice.

Maintain ice surface, dasher boards, and safety netting in accordance with industry best practices

Monitor and refrigeration plant in accordance with TSSA regulations

Perform cleaning and building maintenance functions as defined and scheduled

Responsible for the use, care, and storage of all facility resources (including materials/supplies/equipment)

Responsible for identifying facility operational problems and taking prompt, appropriate action to minimize disruption of service

Ensure the highest standard of customer service for both internal and external customers in compliance with Town standards

Maintain a knowledge and awareness of the features of assigned facilities and all scheduled activities to ensure appropriate spaces are in a clean, safe, and welcoming condition

Work effectively to support the general public, contract services and other municipal staff in their use of the facility

Assist the public or direct them to appropriate staff for further information as required

Professionally handle contentious issues as needed

Monitor and refrigeration plant in accordance with TSSA regulations

Maintain ice surface, dasher boards and safety netting in accordance with industry best practices

Maintain health and safety standards at all times for customers and staff and provide a safe environment for the public while performing maintenance duties

Monitor building activities and report and respond to any incidents/infractions

Responsible for facility security as assigned

Complete and file all daily maintenance-related records and log books as assigned or as required

Assist with inventory control of various maintenance supplies, mechanical equipment and tools

Perform other job-related duties

Qualifications:

Secondary School Diploma or equivalent

Previous experience in institutional, industrial and/or facility maintenance and janitorial operations and knowledge of janitorial practices/applications

Previous experience in Arena or refrigeration operations

Basic Refrigeration certification considered an asset

Valid First Aid and CPR certifications

Certified Ice Technician (CIT) from Ontario Recreation Facilities Association considered an asset

Basic knowledge and understanding of the refrigeration cycle and equipment necessary to operate artificial ice

Working knowledge of ice installation and maintenance

Ability to safely operate the equipment necessary to maintain an ice surface (such as the Ice Resurfacer & Ice Edger)

Demonstrated knowledge of arena facility operation including boards, glass, safety netting and other rink components

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding in all facets of building, physical plant maintenance and conservation requirements and ability to provide a high level of maintenance standards

Basic carpentry, electrical and plumbing skills and are a mechanically inclined individual

Basic knowledge of facility operating systems, including refrigeration systems, HVAC systems, sound systems, lighting and general plant systems

Ability to perform all physical requirements of facility operation activities, including working at heights, in confined spaces and the consistent ability to lift up to 20 kg

Ability to work under minimal supervision

Ability to ensure a high level of confidentiality

Ability to work in an environment that could include cold and warm/humid environments, noise from machinery, and some outdoor work

Awareness of applicable laws and regulations of authorities having jurisdiction and ensure they are followed

This position is vacant on a temporary part-time basis. This position works onsite and is a unionized position (CUPE Local 73), working up to a maximum of 24 hours per week as needed. The successful candidate must be willing and able to work evening and weekend hours and holidays as required.

Compensation:

The rate for this position is $28.11 per hour (CUPE Local 73).

Location:

This position will be onsite at Town of Halton Hills’ Arenas (Moldmasters Sportsplex and Acton Arena)

Application:

Qualified candidates may submit a detailed cover letter and resume in confidence to the Town by 4:30 p.m. October 1, 2026. Please quote Posting 202645 on your cover letter.