Outdoor Rink Staff (Part time)

Greater Sudbury; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Greater Sudbury is seeking part-time helpers to assist in maintaining outdoor rink facilities and delivering winter programs. The role involves preparing rinks, ensuring user safety, and supporting staff and volunteers.

Ideal candidates have secondary education and CPR/First Aid, with basic English skills and ability to work evenings and weekends. Applicants must provide, at own cost, a criminal records check and may be asked to report to various outdoor sites across the city.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade X) Education.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certificate an asset.
• Up to six (6) months of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain rink facilities for the delivery of outdoor rink programs.
• Ensure participants follow the rules and regulations of the facility.
• Assist program staff and volunteers in the delivery of services as required.
• Maintain records related to accidents or incidents and tracking of participants and volunteer hours.
• Maintain and protect the Section’s materials and equipment on site.
• Advise Supervisor of any problems arising from the maintenance or use of the facility.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of the Safety Manual and applicable provincial legislation.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

English proficiency

French language

Education

Secondary School Diploma

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

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Section: Parks Services

Division: Parks and Recreation Services

Department: Community Services

Initial Reporting Location: Various Outdoor Rinks or Ramsay Lake Skate Path

Job Status: Contract Part Time positions

Estimated Probable Duration: until March 31, 2027 (weather permitting)

Number of Vacancies: 80 (Recruitment Pool)

Union Affiliation: Non union

Hours of Work: Up to 48 hours bi-weekly

Shift Work Required: Yes (some evenings and weekends)

Range of Pay: Group 1 - $19.11 per hour

Applications will be considered for both current and future vacancies for the 2026/2027 winter season.

A criminal record check is required for this position and will be requested by the Hiring Manager should you be the candidate of choice. Please do not submit your criminal record check with your application.

Main Function: To assist in the maintenance of a rink and delivery of outdoor rink programs.

Characteristic: Under the general supervision of the Manager of Parks or Designate and the direct supervision of the Supervisor of Outdoor Rinks and Skate Paths.

Duties:

1. Ensure the rink and facility are prepared and maintained for the delivery of outdoor rink programs.
2. Ensure that all participants/users comply with the rules and regulations of the facility.
3. Assist program staff and volunteers in the efficient delivery of services as required.
4. Assist in the maintenance of records related to accidents or incidents and tracking of participants and volunteer hours.
5. Assist to maintain and protect the Section’s materials and equipment on site.
6. Advise Supervisor of any problems arising from the maintenance or use of the facility.
7. Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
8. Perform other related duties as required.

Note: The above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be construed as all inclusive.

Qualifications

Education and Training:

• Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade X) Education.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certificate an asset.

Experience:

• Up to six (6) months of related experience.

Knowledge Of:

• Best practices within program or service area.
• Creative and recreational activities related to rink operation.
• Safety Procedures.

Abilities To:

• Operate snow clearing equipment including a snowblower safely.
• Demonstrate ability to deal with a variety of user groups.
• Deal with the public and other staff in a courteous and effective manner.
• Work and act independently and use initiative when required.
• Work evenings and weekends if applicable.

Personal Suitability:

• Mental and physical fitness to perform essential job functions.

Language:

• Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
• French verbal skills highly desirable; written skills an asset.

Other Requirements:

• Provide, at own cost, a Criminal Records Check.

We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. Thursday, February 25, 2027. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.

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