Ice Crew, Bell Sensplex (Part-Time)

Ottawa Senators; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Ottawa Senators are seeking a part-time Ice Crew member to help maintain Bell Sensplex ice surfaces and perform general facility maintenance in Ottawa West. The role includes ice edging, snow removal, net changes, and routine pad resurfacing, with additional duties as assigned by arena leadership.

Ideal candidates are energetic, with a valid driver\'s license, able to lift 50 lbs and work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Energetic and enthusiastic with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Must possess a valid driver\'s license.
• Physically able to perform heavy lifting (50 lbs) and be comfortable working at heights.
• Knowledge of materials, equipment, and methods used in ice resurfacing.
• Familiar with tools and maintenance equipment and standard safety precautions.
• Willing to work a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Bilingual (French & English) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Edge ice before games.
• Shovel snow away from exit doors.
• Remove and replace hockey nets for Zamboni driver.
• Ensure all ice pads are resurfaced according to facility schedules.
• Perform weekly/daily maintenance on all ice pads.
• Complete minor repairs on ice surface, dasher boards, safety shields, and all other equipment.
• General maintenance and cleaning in and around the facility, such as picking up litter and emptying trash bins, cleaning dressing rooms and washrooms.
• Perform ice resurfacing duties from time to time by operating and driving the Zamboni.
• Perform other duties as required from time to time at the request of the Arena & Facility Manager and Director of Operations.

Skills

Driver's license

Heavy lifting

Heights work

Ice resurfacing knowledge

Safety awareness

Maintenance equipment familiarity

Flexible schedule

Bilingual French-English (preferred)

Job description

The Opportunity

The part-time Ice Crew is responsible for ensuring that the ice surfaces at the Bell Sensplex (Ottawa West) are properly maintained and for general maintenance and cleaning in and around the facility. This position will remain open for future hiring purposes.

Key Responsibilities

Ongoing

• Edge ice before games
  
• Shovel snow away from exit doors
  
• Remove and replace hockey nets for Zamboni driver
  
• Ensure all ice pads are resurfaced according to facility schedules
  
• Perform weekly/daily maintenance on all ice pads
  
• Complete minor repairs on ice surface, dasher boards, safety shields, and all other equipment
  
• General maintenance and cleaning in and around the facility, such as picking up litter and emptying trash bins, cleaning dressing rooms and washrooms
  

Periodic

• Perform ice resurfacing duties from time to time by operating and driving the Zamboni
  
• Perform other duties as required from time to time at the request of the Arena & Facility Manager and Director of Operations
  

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
  Training
• Responsible for completing on-line training modules including, but not limited to:
  • Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability (AODA)
  • AODA, the Integrated Accessibility Standard (IASR)
  • Ontario Worker Health & Safety Awareness
  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
  • Violence and Harassment in the Workplace
• May also be required to attend on-site training sessions as scheduled (eg. customer service).

Qualifications (what we look for)

• Energetic and enthusiastic, with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn
  
• Must possess a valid drive's license
  
• Must be physically able to do heavy lifting (50 lbs) and be comfortable working at heights
  
• Possess knowledge of materials, equipment, and methods used in ice resurfacing
  
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
  
• Familiar with tools and maintenance equipment
  
• Must be willing to work a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
  
• Bilingual (French & English) preferred

Who We Are

The Sensplex Facilities, an affiliate of the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club, are Ottawa’s premier destinations for hockey, sports, and community events. Our three state-of-the-art locations, Bell Sensplex, Richcraft Sensplex, and Cavanagh Sensplex, serves as hubs for athletes, teams, and families looking for top-tier ice surface, fieldhouse, training programs and recreational opportunities.

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

$18.45per 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