Recreation Facilities Operator I

City of Wetaskiwin; Wetaskiwin; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Wetaskiwin is seeking an Operator 1-Recreation to help maintain the city’s recreation facilities such as arenas, aquatic center, and fields. The role covers daily maintenance, equipment operation, and ensuring safe, welcoming spaces for community use.

Hours are 40 per week with day, evening and weekend shifts; on-call requirements require residency within 30 minutes of Wetaskiwin city limits. Wage is 27.65 to 34.01 CAD per hour, with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; post-secondary training in equipment operation is an asset.
• Experience in building, pool, and/or arena environments; municipal experience is an asset.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license required.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily facility and grounds maintenance for aquatic center, community center, fields, parking lots, and driveways.
• Operate equipment including City vehicles, ice resurfaces, small loaders, skid steers, and power tools.
• Provide excellent customer service and liaise with user groups, customers, and community members.
• Maintain detailed daily and weekly maintenance records and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ensure safety and perform snow removal as part of winter operations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Post-secondary training in equipment operation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

City of Wetaskiwin is seeking an Operator 1-Recreation to help maintain the city’s recreation facilities such as arenas, aquatic center, and fields. The role covers daily maintenance, equipment operation, and ensuring safe, welcoming spaces for community use.

Hours are 40 per week with day, evening and weekend shifts; on-call requirements require residency within 30 minutes of Wetaskiwin city limits. Wage is 27.65 to 34.01 CAD per hour, with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.