Recreation & Ice Surface Technician

City of Terrace; Terrace; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Terrace is seeking a dedicated maintenance worker to care for the ice surface, parks, cemetery facilities and recreation spaces. You will flood ice, operate conditioning machines and perform related janitorial and minor repair duties.

You will also manage grounds upkeep, plantings, irrigation, and general facility maintenance, including snow removal and setting up events. The role requires physical stamina, reliable teamwork, and a valid drivers licence; weekend shifts are possible.

Qualifications

• Secondary school graduation is required.
• At least two years' related experience in ice making, janitorial, landscaping and facilities maintenance.
• Refrigeration Basic Safety Awareness Certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to operate related equipment safely and efficiently.
• Good physical condition and ability to perform heavy manual labour.
• Knowledge of WorkSafeBC Regulations related to the work.
• First Aid training is required.
• Ability to work independently and to complete tasks.
• Ability to interact effectively with co-workers and the public.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ice surface, flood and operate ice conditioning equipment.
• Perform parks and facilities maintenance, janitorial duties, and minor repairs.
• Set up and take down for activities held in recreation facilities.
• Maintain flower beds, trees, shrubs, trails and turf areas, including mowing and litter pickup.
• Perform heavy manual duties including snow removal and moving furniture.
• Identify hazards and report or correct them as needed.
• Perform cemetery burial procedures and maintenance.
• Operate related equipment for maintenance and janitorial tasks.
• Ensure facilities are secure and vacated at end of day.
• Assist in supervision and training of support staff.

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Education

Secondary school diploma

Two years related experience (ice making, janitorial, landscaping & facilities maintenance)

First Aid training

Valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence

Refrigeration Basic Safety Awareness Certificate

Tools

Ice making equipment

Janitorial equipment

Landscaping tools

Job description

The City of Terrace is seeking a dedicated maintenance worker to care for the ice surface, parks, cemetery facilities and recreation spaces. You will flood ice, operate conditioning machines and perform related janitorial and minor repair duties.

You will also manage grounds upkeep, plantings, irrigation, and general facility maintenance, including snow removal and setting up events. The role requires physical stamina, reliable teamwork, and a valid drivers licence; weekend shifts are possible.