Rink Attendant

Town of Ajax; Ajax; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Ajax is seeking a part-time Rink Attendant to help keep arenas clean and safe for the community. You will assist with ice floods, monitor public skating sessions, and support arena operations while maintaining high standards of hygiene and customer service.

Candidates should be able to skate, hold a current First Aid/CPR C certificate, and work evenings and weekends. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and a friendly, responsive approach to guests.

Qualifications

• Minimum 16 years of age or older.
• Demonstrated ability to skate on ice for extended periods.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C certification.
• Self-motivated, positive, confident and approachable.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Greet the public courteously, respond to inquiries, and direct them appropriately.
• Clean and disinfect dressing rooms and washrooms; replenish supplies and manage waste.
• Supervise patrons during public skating and youth hockey activities.
• Sweep and wash stands, lobby, washrooms, and dressing rooms between events.
• Set up and take down tables and chairs for facility functions.
• Assist with ice floods, fill Zamboni, and handle nets as needed.
• Perform exterior maintenance including litter pickup, snow removal, and salting.

Skills

Skating ability

First Aid/CPR C

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Ability to work evenings/weekends

Self-motivation

Job description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Arena Operator or Arena Operator Assistant, the Rink Attendant is accountable for the cleaning/disinfecting of dressing rooms and common areas inside and outside of the arenas. In addition, the Rink Attendant is responsible for assisting the Arena Operator/Arena Operator Assistant with all aspects of flooding of the ice and monitoring facility user conduct (i.e., during public skating).

Job Duties

• Greet members of the public in a courteous fashion, respond to inquiries, direct them to the appropriate area.
• Clean and disinfect dressing rooms and washrooms (mirrors, sinks, toilets, floors, fixtures, partitions etc.) replenish supplies of toilet paper and hand soap and empty and wash garbage receptacles.
• Supervise patrons during public skating and Youth shinny hockey.
• Sweep and wash stands, lobby, washrooms and dressing rooms between games/practices.
• Set-up and take down of tables and chairs for functions held in community facilities.
• Assist operator with ice floods as required, filling Zamboni and moving and pegging nets.
• Perform exterior property maintenance including litter picking, shoveling snow, snow blowing and salting around the properties.

Qualifications/Skills

• Minimum 16 years of age or older.
• Demonstrated ability to skate on ice for extended periods.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C certification.
• Self-motivated, positive, confident and approachable.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Respectful of diverse opinions and perspectives.
• Committed to quality customer service and innovation.
• Excellent Interpersonal skills, mediation and conflict resolution.
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
• Able to provide a clear Criminal Reference / Vulnerable Sector check that is current (completed in the last six months), upon being hired.

What is Offered to Staff

We offer competitive pay that reflects the responsibilities of the position.

Hours of Work

This is a non-union position that works up to 24 hours per week. This position works a variety of evening and weekend shifts.

Town Perks

The Town offers part-time staff access to an Employee & Family Service Program, Health & Wellness Program, Town of Ajax Fitness Centre Combo Membership and a defined pension plan (OMERS pension).

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Town of Ajax is committed to employment equity and building a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, especially those who have been historically excluded, including Black and Indigenous people, racialized communities, disabled persons, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and others facing systemic inequities. If selected for an interview, you will be provided with an opportunity to indicate your access needs. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and respectful hiring process. If you would like to request content in an alternate format, please contact Human Resources by emailing [e-mail]. Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment.

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The success of the Town depends largely on the employees. Staff are relied upon day in and day out - whether it is for issuing a marriage license, maintaining a local park, fighting a fire, processing a tax bill, planning a new subdivision, instructing a fitness class, or plowing snow. The employees are the Town's Ambassadors.

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