Outdoor Rink Staff (Part time)

City of Greater Sudbury; Greater Sudbury; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A municipal government in Ontario seeks part-time staff for outdoor rink programs, offering up to 48 hours bi-weekly. Responsibilities include preparing facilities, assisting staff, and ensuring compliance with safety rules. Required qualifications include secondary school education and skills in operating snow removal equipment. This role involves evening and weekend shifts. A criminal background check is required, with a pay rate of $18.55 per hour.

Qualifications

• Education: Successful completion of Secondary School.
• Experience: Up to six months of related experience.
• Knowledge of: Best practices within program or service area.
• Personal Suitability: Mental and physical fitness for essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure rinks and facilities are prepared for programs.
• Assist program staff in delivering services.
• Maintain records of accidents and participant hours.
• Advise Supervisor on facility maintenance issues.

Skills

Ability to operate snow clearing equipment

Excellent customer service skills

Mental and physical fitness

Initiative

Bilingual English and French

Education

Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade X)

Current CPR and First Aid Certificate

Job description

Job Description

Revised: Extended Closing Date

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: December 6, 2025 to March 31, 2026 (weather permitting)

Number of Vacancies: 80 (Recruitment Pool)

Affiliation: Non union

Hours of Work: Up to 48 hours bi-weekly

Shift Work Required: Yes (some evenings and weekends)

Rate of Pay: Group 1 - $18.55 per hour

Applications will be considered for both current and future vacancies for the 2025/2026 winter season.

A criminal records 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 records check with your application.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the rink and facility are prepared and maintained for the delivery of outdoor rink programs.
• Ensure that all participants/users comply with the rules and regulations of the facility.
• Assist program staff and volunteers in the efficient delivery of services as required.
• Assist in the maintenance of records related to accidents or incidents and tracking of participants and volunteer hours.
• Assist in maintaining and protecting 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 a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
• Perform other related duties as required.

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.
• Competencies: Competency Library - Level 1 Proficiency.

How to Apply

If you are viewing this job posting through a website other than the City of Greater Sudbury's, please visit www.greatersudbury.ca/jobs to apply online.

We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Friday, February 20, 2026. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.

• Click on the Apply for Job button.
• Follow the step by step application process.
• Ensure you attached a cover letter and resume. Acceptable file types are: .doc, .docx, .txt, .pdf, .rtf.
• Once completed, review your application and click on the Submit button.
• Upon submission of your application, you will get a confirmation on the screen that your application has been successfully submitted. You will also receive an e-mail confirmation to the e-mail address on your profile.

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.

Additional Information

Live outside Canada or new to Canada? The City of Greater Sudbury is dedicated to maintaining a fair, inclusive, and equitable work environment and our City welcomes qualified applicants from anywhere. To learn more about working in Canada, visit this webpage: Applicants Living Outside of Canada (greatersudbury.ca)

Contact

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