Sports Store Technician

Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services; Kingston; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive community organization in Kingston is seeking a Sports Store Technician to manage sports store activities and equipment purchases. Candidates must have a high school diploma and several years of related experience, including inventory control and record keeping. This role offers comprehensive health benefits and an inclusive work environment with a focus on supporting Canadian Armed Forces members.

Benefits

Healthcare spending account

Paid/unpaid leave

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation

Qualifications

• Several years’ experience in a related field required.
• Valid Ontario driver’s license is necessary.
• Experience in inventory control and record keeping is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize sports store activities and equipment purchases.
• Order and track materials and supplies.
• Prepare reports for supervisors as required.

Skills

Client focus

Organizational knowledge

Communication

Innovation

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift operator's license

Job description

Overview

CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION! At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events. Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services. As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.

The Role

The Sports Store Technician plans and organizes sports stores activities and equipment purchases according to established policies and regulations. They order and track materials and supplies. They prepare reports for supervisor, as required. They maintain records of distribution accounts. The Sports Stores Technician also obtains quotes for goods/products from suppliers and submits to supervisor for purchases.

Qualifications

Education, Certifications and Licenses

• High school diploma AND several years’ experience in a related field
• A valid driver’s license (Ontario)
• Forklift operators licence, an asset

Experience

• In issuing sports equipment
• In the preparation and maintenance of outdoor sports facilities
• In equipment maintenance/scheduling
• In loss prevention
• In inventory control
• In record keeping/invoicing
• In event planning and project management

Competencies

• Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership

Language Requirements

• English Essential

Benefits Available

• Health Benefits: Healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program and mental health support.
• Work Life Balance: Paid/unpaid leave, including vacation pay, family related leave and personal days.
• Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.
• Learning and Development: Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.
• Perks: Discounts provided through CF One Member Appreciation.

Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Benefits

Other Information

• This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.
• Perform moderate lifting, carrying, pulling and/or pushing (i.e. more than 10 lbs/4.5 kg but less than 50 lbs/23 kg)
• The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check.
• This Category I unionized position is open to all interested parties. Preference will be granted in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the PSAC bargaining unit for NPF Category I employees at CFB Kingston.
• This temporary employment is expected to end on April 20, 2026.

Start date: October 20, 2025

Inclusion and Accommodation

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.