Ice Person III

City of Chilliwack; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Chilliwack is seeking an Ice Person III (Casual) to support ice maintenance and general arena operations. You will operate ice conditioning equipment, edgers and power tools, maintaining the ice surface and assisting with janitorial duties under supervision.

Responsibilities include supervising staff on shift in the supervisor's absence, coordinating basic training, and ensuring safe, thorough completion of duties. A BC driver’s licence and relevant certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Must have Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Must hold Refrigeration Operator Certificate, or be a Power Engineer (Fourth Class or higher).
• Must have 3 years of experience, knowledge of arena ice surface prep methods and equipment.
• Must have Building Services Worker course or equivalent training.
• Must have janitorial experience and knowledge of janitorial procedures.
• Must have a valid BC Driver's Licence.
• Ability to operate equipment and perform minor repairs.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to understand English and follow written/verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ice maintenance, general facility maintenance and janitorial tasks.
• Operate ice conditioning machines, ice edger and power tools.
• Maintain ice surface under supervision of Arenas Supervisor.
• In the absence of a supervisor, supervise on-shift staff and support training/orientation.
• May schedule staff coverage as assigned.

Skills

Ice maintenance

Facility operations

Team coordination

Customer service

Safety compliance

Supervisory on shift

English communication

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Refrigeration Operator Certificate

Power Engineer (Fourth Class or higher)

Building Services Worker course

Tools

Ice conditioning machines

Ice edger

Power tools

Job description

City of Chilliwack

Ice Person III

(Casual) Recreation and Culture Department Overview The City of Chilliwack Recreation and Culture Department requires an Ice Person III (Casual) to assist in the performance of ice maintenance, general facility maintenance and janitorial tasks. The successful candidate will also be operating a variety of machinery and equipment such as ice conditioning machines, ice edger’s, power tools, maintaining, under instruction and supervision, the ice surface in proper condition; under general supervision of the Arenas Supervisor II or Arenas Supervisor III assume responsibility for the Refrigeration Plant and related equipment. The incumbent in this class will have supervisory responsibilities in absence of a supervisor on shift, such as training and orientating Caretakers, Cashiers, Skate Patrollers and new Ice Persons. In the absence of a supervisor, this position is responsible in ensuring shift duties are completed thoroughly and safely by all staff on shift. As assigned, the incumbent may have responsibilities for staff scheduling coverage.

Are you the one we’re looking for?

• In order for you to succeed in this role, you will need to have the following requirements and skills:
• Must have a minimum of Grade 12 education; or equivalency;
• Must hold a valid Refrigeration Operator Certificate, or be a Power Engineer (Fourth Class or higher) as defined in the BC Safety Standards Act-Power Engineers, Boiler, Pressure Vessel and Refrigeration Safety Regulation;
• Must have 3 years of experience, and a good knowledge of material, methods, procedures and equipment used in the preparation of Arena ice surfaces;
• Must have completed a Building Services Worker course or the equivalent training and experience;
• Must have experience in janitorial work and a good knowledge of material, methods, procedures and equipment used in janitorial work;
• Must be in possession of a valid B.C. Driver's Licence;
• Able to operate a variety of equipment, and perform minor repairs;
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs;
• Able to exhibit courtesy, tact and diplomacy in dealing with the public and be neat and presentable in appearance;
• Able to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, users and other members of the public;
• Able to understand verbal and written instructions in English and complete required forms, logs and reports.

The incumbent, upon hiring, will have union dues deducted from source in accordance with the Union Agreement. The rate of pay for this position is $39.61 (2026 rate) for Level III. The City of Chilliwack is proud to be a competitive employer offering opportunities for professional development, competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, and a focus on corporate wellness.