Warming House Attendant

Bismarck Parks and Recreation District; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The Bismarck Parks and Recreation District seeks a seasonal warming house attendant responsible for opening and closing the warming house, supervising patrons, and enforcing safety rules on the ice and sledding hill.

Requirements include reliability, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and adherence to BPRD policies. Work mainly in winter with evening and weekend shifts, 20–40 hours per week, indoors and outdoors as conditions require.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Pass a background check prior to hire.
• Be reliable, responsible and conscientious.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds alone or with assistance.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise patrons inside warming house and on the ice/sledding hill.
• Janitorial duties inside warming house.
• Light snow removal from sidewalks around warming house and snow build up on the rinks.
• Employee may perform skilled assignments; seasonal staff may be assigned by the Sport Complexes Manager.
• Inform supervisor of job-related problems and progress; report damaged equipment or safety concerns.
• Operate equipment safely and handle chemicals as required.
• Assist with restroom cleaning, garbage runs, and other general maintenance tasks.
• Represent BPRD in a professional and positive manner at all times.
• Arrive on time and be ready to work; obtain prior approval for absences.
• Follow all BPRD safety policies and procedures.
• Complete payroll forms and use the timekeeping system.
• Follow employee manual SOPs and HR policies.
• Represent BPRD with proper attire and usage of issued clothing/equipment.

Job description

• Pay Range: Pay is determined on an annual basis by the Board of Park Commissioners
• Supervisor: Works under the general and detailed supervision of the Sport Complexes Manager

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the opening and closing of the warming house and supervision of the patrons using the warming house and on the ice/sledding hill following the policies and procedures set forth by the Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD).

JOB DUTIES AND TASKS

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by the individual within this classification. They are not to be considered an exhaustive or all-inclusive listing of the position’s duties and tasks, as they may change or be adjusted, as situations require.

Essential Functions

• Supervise patrons inside the warming house and on the ice/sledding hill.
• Janitorial duties inside warming house.
• Light snow removal from sidewalks around warming house and snow build up on the rinks.
• Employee may be responsible for performing skilled assignments; all seasonal staff are expected to accept any assignments from Sport Complexes Manager or Sport Complexes Facility Specialist.
• Employee is responsible for informing supervisor of job related problems, damaged equipment, building damage, potential safety violations, and inform the supervisor of current work assignment progress.
• Employee is responsible for safe and efficient operation of equipment, tools, and chemical handling.
• Employee may be called upon to clean restrooms, make garbage runs and to perform other general maintenance work assignments.
• Employee will assist individuals and groups as needed within the policies and procedures of the BPRD.
• Employee will represent the BPRD in a positive manner at all times.
• Arrive at scheduled time and be ready to work. Absences must receive prior approval by the Sports Complexes Manager.
• Follow all BPRD safety policies and procedures outlined in the Risk Management Handbook.
• Complete all necessary payroll forms and utilize the electronic time and attendance timekeeping system.
• Understand and follow the standard operating procedures outlined in the employee manual.
• Understand and follow the Human Resource Policy and Procedure Handbook items related to this position.
• Represent BPRD in a professional and positive manner. BPRD issues clothing and equipment to employees and the issued items are to be used in an appropriate manner, not inconsistent with the image BPRD wishes to convey to the public.

Other Duties and Tasks

• Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with facility staff, groups, associations, agencies and individuals.
• Inform supervisor(s) prior to running out of supplies.
• Responsible for personal neatness and attire; communicating repair needs and job site neatness.
• Assist with setting up and tear down for facility programs and events as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Pass a background check prior to being hired and before starting work.
• Be reliable, responsible and conscientious.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds alone or heavier amounts with the assistance of other employees.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, prepare written reports, and report problems and repairs to the proper person.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work in all weather conditions as work is indoors and outdoors during the winter months (late November to early March, weather dependent).
• Hours per week: 20-40 hours per week (dependent on shift schedule)
  • Monday – Friday from 3:30 pm to 9:00 pm
  • Saturday, Sunday and public school holidays 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm
  • Sledding hill – weekends and public school holidays 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
• Maintain a fitness level acceptable to perform the skills required of the position.