Maintenance Ice Maker (Full-Time)

Municipality of North Cowichan; North Cowichan; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Municipality of North Cowichan is seeking a full-time Maintenance Ice Maker to join their team. This entry-level position involves maintenance and custodial duties in a recreational facility, requiring specific qualifications such as a Refrigeration Operator's Certificate and experience in ice making. Candidates should be self-motivated and enjoy working in a collaborative environment while ensuring safety and accountability.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 and valid Refrigeration Operator's Certificate required.
• 1-3 years of related experience or acceptable combination of education and training.
• Physical ability to perform all duties; medical certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, ice making, and custodial functions in a recreational facility.
• Work may require seasonal duties in the Parks Department and other tasks as needed.
• Operate building, grounds, and related equipment independently.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Public Relations

Self-directed Repairs

Ice Making

Equipment Operation

Education

Grade 12

Refrigeration Operator's Certificate

5th Class Power Engineering Certificate

Occupational First Aid Level 1

Arena Ice Maker Course

Building Service Worker I Course

Job description

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The Municipality of North Cowichan (population 31,900) is located in the beautiful Cowichan Valley on Southern Vancouver Island, between Nanaimo and Victoria. Our communities of Chemainus, Crofton, Maple Bay, and the South End are home to artistic, cultural, and outdoor recreational activities. The Municipality offers a stable work environment, competitive pay, and benefits.

We invite applications from candidates with the skills, qualifications, and abilities for the Maintenance Ice Maker position (full time). Hours include weekends, evenings, and shifts. If you are self-motivated, seeking a new challenge, and enjoy responsibility and accountability within an inclusive and environmentally conscious municipality, we look forward to your application.

The successful candidate will perform duties in maintenance, ice making, and custodial functions in a diverse recreational facility. This role may require seasonal work in the Parks Department and deployment to other duties as needed.

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Abilities

• Completion of Grade 12
• Valid Refrigeration Operator's Certificate or 5th Class Power Engineering Certificate recognized by TSBC
• Valid Occupational First Aid Level 1 or equivalent
• Completion of RFABC's Arena Ice Maker and Building Service Worker I courses plus 1-3 years of related experience or an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience
• Ability to operate building, grounds, and related equipment
• Ability to identify and perform self-directed repairs (plumbing, carpentry, painting, fencing, concrete, power tools)
• Experience with ice making, resurfacing, and arena equipment maintenance
• Ability to work independently, recognizing liability and safety considerations
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and public relations skills
• Knowledge of WorkSafeBC and BC Safety Authority regulations and safety procedures
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a satisfactory driver's abstract
• Physical ability to perform all duties; medical certification may be required

Assets

• Experience in electronic records management for arena systems and parks assets
• Ability to repair irrigation and playground equipment
• Knowledge of turf management and maintenance of cemetery and parks equipment

Additional Information

This is a unionized position (CUPE Local 358). Candidates will undergo skills, qualifications, and abilities evaluation, along with police and vulnerable sector checks.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Government Administration