Outdoor Facility Worker - Whistler Olympic Plaza

Whistler; Canada; Remote; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In lieu of benefits 12%

Job summary

Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) is seeking an Outdoor Facility Worker for the Whistler Olympic Plaza Ice Rink. The role involves light repairs, janitorial duties, snow shoveling and ice sheet maintenance including operating the Ice Resurfacer.

Qualified candidates have a Grade 12 diploma and a valid Level I First Aid, plus at least 6 months in janitorial or building services and some guest service/cash handling. Must be physically able to work outdoors in all weather and lift heavy items.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma and Level I first aid certification.
• At least 6 months of experience in janitorial or building services.
• Guest service experience including some cash handling.
• Able to perform moderate indoor/outdoor work in all weather and lift heavy items.

Responsibilities

• Light repair work.
• Regular janitorial duties.
• Snow shoveling.
• Make and maintain the ice sheet including flooding, driving the Ice Resurfacer and monitoring refrigeration plant equipment.
• Work in the skate shop to provide skate rentals to guests.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Cash handling

Team player

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Level I First Aid certification

Tools

Ice resurfacer operation

Refrigeration plant equipment

Job description

Outdoor Facility Worker - Whistler Olympic Plaza

Casual Whistler, BC, CA

10 days ago Requisition ID: 1148

Situated within the shared, unceded territory of the L̓il̓wat7úl (Líl̓wat People) and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish People), the Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) is a vibrant destination resort community, local government organization and leader in providing municipal programs, services, progressive planning and infrastructure. The RMOW is a high performance municipal organization and significant tourism economy serving a community of 15,000 permanent residents and over three million annual visitors. Whistler’s vision is to be a place where our community thrives, nature is protected, and guests are inspired.

The Recreation department of the Community Engagement and Cultural Services division has an opportunity for qualified individuals to apply for the position of Outdoor Facility Worker at the Whistler Olympic Plaza Ice Rink (WOPIR). Reporting to the Recreation Services Supervisor, this position offers approximately 24 hours bi-weekly including evenings and weekends starting November 23, 2026, until March 19, 2027.

The Outdoor Facility Worker’s primary role is to deliver excellent customer service in a pleasant, positive and professional manner by ensuring a safe, clean and enjoyable experience for guests.

Outdoor Facility Workers perform

• light repair work
• regular janitorial duties
• snow shoveling
• make and maintain the ice sheet including flooding, driving the Ice Resurfacer and monitoring refrigeration plant equipment
• as well, will work in the skate shop to provide skate rentals to guests as needed

Qualified candidates have a grade 12 diploma and a valid Level I first aid certification supplemented by at least 6 months of experience in a similar janitorial or building services position and previous guest service experience including some cash handling. Candidates must have good working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in janitorial work and a familiarity of arena operations and operation of related equipment and machinery. Candidates must be physically able to perform moderate indoor and outdoor work in all weather conditions including some heavy lifting.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to work well independently. Also, is a team player who is customer focused with an approachable and helpful demeanor. The successful candidate demonstrates commitment to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace and will create and maintain a positive team environment. The starting wage for this position is $30.57 per hour. In addition, to the hourly wage, casual employees at the RMOW receive 12% of their regular earnings in lieu of employee benefits.

As a requirement of the position, the successful applicant must hold a valid class 5 BC driver’s license and must provide a satisfactory driver’s abstract and Police Information Check prior to beginning employment.

Posting No. 074-26 IDeadline for applications is October 7, 2026

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The Resort Municipality of Whistler is committed to being an equal opportunity employer who embraces and respects diversity.