Arena/Stadium Attendant (Part-time)

City of Kelowna; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading municipal organization is seeking Arena/Stadium Attendants to maintain ice and field surfaces, providing essential support to event organizers and delivering outstanding customer service. This part-time position requires physical stamina, a 5th Class Power Engineer certificate, and a flexible schedule, with duties including facility maintenance and setup for events. Join this role to make a positive impact in the community by ensuring a great experience for all facility users.

Qualifications

• 5th Class Power Engineer or Refrigeration Operator Certificate required.
• Experience in arena or sport facility maintenance preferred.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain and repair ice and field surfaces.
• Respond to service inquiries and ensure quality customer service.
• Perform janitorial functions to maintain cleanliness of facilities.

Skills

Customer Service

Maintenance Skills

Physical Stamina

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

5th Class Power Engineer, Refrigeration Operator Certificate

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Internal candidates please note that in order to be considered based on your seniority, applications must be received by 4:00pm on June 3, 2025.

Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as "other documents".

Please ensure that you have a resume and Driver's Abstract to attach, as these are required documents when applying to this posting. If you do not currently possess a Driver’s Licence, or are waiting to receive a Driver's Abstract, you are still eligible to apply. Please upload a word document stating “Driver’s Abstract is on order” or “Do not possess a Driver’s Licence”.

Posting Information

Posting Number

Posting Number CK53742P

Position Title

No. of Staff Required

No. of Staff Required 5

Position Type

Position Type PT

If Term position, enter length of Term in months

If Term position, enter length of Term in months N/A

Position Groups

Position Groups CUPE Civic

Division

Division Active Living and Culture (DV164)

Department

Department Sport and Event Services (DP166)

Department Name

Branch

Branch Arena & Stadiums (BR271)

Organizational Information

Purpose of your Position - Non Union

Classification Summary - Union

An Arena/Stadium Attendant sets up, maintains and repairs ice and field surfaces, as
well as structures and equipment related to municipal arenas, stadiums and sports fields.

Duties - Union

• Responds to service enquiries, requests and complaints from various facility users and event organizers; ensures quality customer service to users; provides general information regarding operational regulations, standards and procedures.
• Maintains and repairs various stadium, ice arena and sports field structures including bleachers, track surfaces, fencing, walkways and various operational equipment.
• Completes pre- event and post-event site inspections with event organizers to address customer service needs/rental obligations.
• Demonstrates to user groups how to operate equipment such as public address, lighting controls, security alarms and other systems.
• Checks facilities for vandalism and effects re pairs (i.e. secures vandalized doors, shuts off water valves to prevent flooding from broken toilets, etc.)
• Installs, maintains and removes ice surfaces and markings; operates and maintains ice resurfacer and other ice maintenance equipment.
• Monitors the refrigeration plant and related systems, records readings of refrigeration equipment in accordance with established procedures (i.e. oil level, pressure and temperature of cooling water, ammonia and brine); performs adjustments/repairs.
• Completes all janitorial functions required to keep the interior and exterior of facilities clean, including washing and removing litter from dressing rooms, washrooms, bleachers, grounds, etc.
• Uses a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to building maintenance and repair.

Results and Activities - Non union

• High school graduation or equivalent
• 5th Class Power Engineer (Refrigeration Endorsement) or Refrigeration Operator
Certificate
• Experience
• B.C. Driver’s License – Class 5

Knowledge - Non Union

Skills & Abilities - Non Union

Posting Text

Physical Demands

Duration of shifts can be up to 10hrs. On feet for long periods of time. Working in a cold and hot environment depending on the location of work. Heavy lifting at times.

Special Instructions to Applicant

Internal candidates please note that in order to be considered based on your seniority, applications must be received by 4:00pm on June 3, 2025.

Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as “other documents”.

Please ensure that you have a resume and Driver’s Abstract to attach, as these are required documents when applying to this posting. If you do not currently possess a Driver’s Licence, or are waiting to receive a Driver’s Abstract, you are still eligible to apply. Please upload a word document stating “Driver’s Abstract is on order” or “Do not possess a Driver’s Licence”.

Additional Hiring Information

Testing may be required. If no fully qualified candidates apply, those not fully qualified may be considered for a training opportunity. Training rates will apply.

Positions that become vacant within the same classification may be filled as a result of this posting if the vacancy occurs within 30 days of closing.

The City of Kelowna is committed to being an organization that values and reflects its community’s diverse population, and to fostering an equitable, inclusive and progressive work environment where everyone can be their authentic self and feels a sense of belonging.

Pay Rate

Pay Rate $35.60 per hour

Posting Date

Posting Date 05/28/2025

Closing Date

Closing Date 06/15/2025

Days of Work

Days of Work Various days and evenings, shift work, including weekends

Standard Hours per Day Varied (part-time position)

Hours of Work

Various days and evenings, shift work, including weekends. Duration of shift may vary from 2 hours to 10 hours.

Work Location

Work Location ARENAS

Specify Work Location

Specify Work Location Rutland Arena, Memorial Arena, Stuart Park, Various Stadiums, Pools and Waterparks, and other recreation facilities

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Driver's Abstract

Optional Documents

Other Document 1

Other Document 2

Other Document 3

Other Document 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a 5th Class Power Engineer (Refrigeration Endorsement), Refrigeration Operator Certificate or higher designation?
  • Yes
  • No
  • In progress
• * If you do not have a 5th Class Power Engineering or Refrigeration Operator Certificate, are you willing to obtain one through a training plan?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How many years of experience do you have working in arenas, pools or recreation facilities?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 to 3 years
  • 3 to 5 years
  • More than 5 years
• * How many years of experience do you have with front line customer service (which includes providing services and/or taking questions and providing answers to public enquiries)?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 to 3 years
  • 3 to 5 years
  • More than 5 years
• * Do you have the following RFABC certifications: Ice Making, Pool Operator I and II, and Building Service Worker I and II?
  • No
  • In progress
  • Yes, I have all of the certifications
• * How many years of experience do you have performing janitorial duties?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 to 2 years
  • 2 to 3 years
  • More than 3 years
• * Do you currently hold a valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence?
  • Yes
  • No
  • I have a Class 7 (N)
• * Are you able to perform physically strenuous activities outside during inclement weather?
  • Yes
  • No
• * This position requires a flexible schedule. Are you able to work shift work including days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays?
  • Yes
  • No