Ice Maintenance Person (Ticketed BC)

Canlan Sports; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Canlan Ice Sports in Burnaby, BC is seeking an Ice Maintenance Person to proactively maintain ice surfaces and facility upkeep. Responsibilities include operating the Ice Resurfacer, ice edging, painting, janitorial duties, and basic repairs to ensure safe, high-quality rinks for daily use.

The ideal candidate has completing high school (preferred) and a valid ice facility operator certification or equivalent, with strong mechanical aptitude and a team-oriented approach; flexible hours including

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• IFO certificate or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate Ice Resurfacer and perform ice maintenance.
• Ice chopping / spudding and levelling the ice.
• Ice painting and dasher board system repair.
• Arena glass replacement and general facility maintenance.
• Janitorial duties and floor care tasks as required.
• Ensure entrances, grounds and parking areas are clean and safe.
• Perform routine maintenance per building and fire codes.

Skills

Ice resurfacing equipment operation

Mechanical aptitude

Team player / communication

Flexible hours

Organized

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

IFO Certificate or higher

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Canlan Sports exists to create experiences where people find their people through the power of play, because we believe everyone deserves a team. As North America's largest private sector owner and operator off recreational sports complexes, Canlan Sports brings that belief to life across 15 multi-sport complexes and more than 70 playing surfaces spanning Canada and the United States. From ice and court to turf and digital, we offer a wide array of recreational sports experiences designed to build community, foster connection, and change lives for the better.

Rate of Pay: $26.46 - $28.57/ hour

Canlan Ice Sports is currently looking for an Ice Maintenance Person (ticketed)

The Ice Maintenance Person is a pro-active and hands-on individual who performs general maintenance to ensure facility upkeep and regular flooding of ice rinks is completed in a timely and safe manner. Their primary responsibilities include ice resurfacing and edging (operating the Ice Resurfacer), janitorial work and general maintenance of facility.

Responsibilities

Responsible for Ice Maintenance tasks including:

• Ice Resurfacer operation
• Ice chopping/spudding
• Levelling the Ice
• Ice Painting
• Dasher Board system repair
• Arena Glass replacement
• Execute maintenance and repair of facility fixtures and components
• Janitorial duties as assigned. These may include janitorial checklists, vacuuming, auto scrubbing, waxing and buffing in line with established floor care procedures

Ensure that entrances, grounds, and parking lot are kept clean, clear and safe including:

• Property & grounds cleanup
• Grass cutting and edging
• Seasonal snow and debris removal

Perform minor maintenance on facility and ice maintenance equipment including:

• Ice Resurfacer safety check, clean and wax
• Safe blade changes and grease machine as needed
• Maintain appropriate checklists, records and reports including Ice Resurfacer sign out / safety check
• Perform maintenance tasks in accordance with local building and fire codes

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

• Completed high school education or equivalent (preferred)
• Valid driver’s license (preferred)
• Valid Ice Facility Operators (IFO) Certificate or higher

ABILITIES, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience, training and operation of ice resurfacing equipment
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours (evenings and weekends)
• Approachable and team orientated with great communication skills
• Demonstrated strong mechanical aptitude (preferred)
• Trade or Janitorial experience is an advantage
• Organized, self-motivated and proactive

NOTE: Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, provincial, and local laws and ordinances.

Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices.

As part of our recruitment and hiring practices, we may use AI-based tools to assist in the initial screening and assessment of applications.

All final hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.