Ice Arena Operator - HVAC & Ice Sheet Ops

Canucks Sports & Entertainment (CSE); Vancouver; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Canucks Sports & Entertainment is seeking a Building Operator for Rogers Arena in Vancouver. You’ll participate in preventive maintenance for HVAC, refrigeration, and related equipment, and help install and operate the ice sheet.

The role involves operating lighting, HVAC, and refrigeration systems, adjusting controls, and coordinating with staff and contractors to ensure smooth event operations. We value hands-on experience with ice surfaces (Zamboni/Olympia), strong troubleshooting skills, and

Qualifications

• Ice Facility Operator Certificate required.
• Fourth Class Power Engineers Certificate or Refrigeration Operator Certificate preferred.
• Knowledge of automated building control systems, computer systems or equipment-related experience.
• Experience in making and maintaining ice surfaces, including experience driving a Zamboni or Olympia.
• Experience in troubleshooting HVAC, Mechanical & Plumbing issues.
• Experience in performing minor repairs to HVAC, Mechanical and Plumbing systems with appropriate tools.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by Rogers Arena event schedule.
• Solid team player with a strong customer service focus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to deal effectively with all levels of staff, guests, promoters, clients, corporate partners, and supplier contractors.
• Ability to take initiative and work well under minimal supervision.
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Onsite role at Rogers Arena.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all aspects of the preventative maintenance program for HVAC, refrigeration, and other building mechanical equipment.
• Participate in all aspects of installation, maintenance, and operation of ice sheet as directed.
• Operate lighting, HVAC, refrigeration, and all related equipment.
• Operate, inspect, and adjust HVAC controls and schedules as directed.
• Operate, inspect, and adjust refrigeration plant operation, including start-up and shut-down of plant and related equipment.
• Liaise with in-house technical staff, internal and external clients, and contract trades people to ensure efficient operation and completion of assigned tasks.
• Assist with inventory controls for all maintenance parts and supplies related to the physical plant and building operation.
• Provide event-related support for all building systems.

Skills

Team player

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Ice Facility Operator Certificate

Fourth Class Power Engineers Certificate

Refrigeration Operator Certificate

Job description

Canucks Sports & Entertainment is seeking a Building Operator for Rogers Arena in Vancouver. You’ll participate in preventive maintenance for HVAC, refrigeration, and related equipment, and help install and operate the ice sheet.

The role involves operating lighting, HVAC, and refrigeration systems, adjusting controls, and coordinating with staff and contractors to ensure smooth event operations. We value hands-on experience with ice surfaces (Zamboni/Olympia), strong troubleshooting skills, and