Rink Attendant

Résumé du poste

The Rink Attendant is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the ice plant and arena equipment. They also participate in event facilitation and general maintenance across campus recreational facilities.

Détails du poste

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Please ensure you upload your resume, attach a cover letter, list of references in the correct upload area. Any other documents required please add to Additional Documents. Cape Breton University invites applications for a full-time continuing position as Rink Attendant. We are seeking a candidate who is available to commence employment as soon as possible and join our team in supporting the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the rink facility. The successful candidate, during ice plant operation is responsible for ice maintenance, building and equipment maintenance (including preventive maintenance) in the Arena. When the ice plant is not in service, the arena will function as an off-ice facility, during those times the successful candidate will also participate in maintenance and event facilitation in the arena complex, other recreational facilities, or around the campus; and operate a variety of equipment in the performance of duties. Shift work: The Rink Attendant will have shift work, including weekends and holidays, in response to event demands. Working hours are scheduled by the Arena Manager. Working conditions and physical effort: Work involves exposure to chemicals and corrosive materials and the operation of equipment. Incumbent may be exposed to temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke and/or loud noises. The incumbent must follow all safety precautions and use personal protective equipment. Work may involve the use of a variety of equipment. Considerable physical activity including heavy lifting, pulling, pushing, walking, etc. Physical work is a primary part of this position. Qualifications of this role are: High school diploma or GED. Valid Power Engineering Class 4 ticket or Refrigeration Class 2. Minimum of one (1) year related experience. Current First Aid course, AED and CPR, or willingness to obtain and re-certify as required. Demonstrated initiative to carry out job responsibilities with general direction including good judgment skills. Physically fit in order to be able to carry out the requirements of the position. Ability to wear a respirator. Demonstrated good work safety record. Knowledge of regulatory procedures, and provincial Codes/Standards. Thorough knowledge of area plant operations and safety protocols. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions, the N.S. OHS Act, WHMIS. Applications for the successful candidate will include: A cover letter describing the expertise of the applicant A complete CV including a list of publications Proof of Valid Power Engineering Class 4 ticket or Refrigeration Class 2. A list of least three references. Please upload all required documents to Additional Documents if no designated area is listed. Incomplete applications may not be considered. The union affiliation of this position is with the Nova Scotia Government and General Employees Union. Local 19, Maintenance Classification (MOS). Applications must be received by 11:00PM on October 2, 2026 Cape Breton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. CBU is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and applicants are encouraged to self-identity if they are part of a marginalised community, or have experience working with Indigenous communities. If we contact you for an interview and you are a person with a disability who requires technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Cape Breton University Human Resources Dept. HumanResouces@cbu.ca 1250 Grand Lake Road, Sydney, NS B1M 1A2

Ce que vous ferez

The Rink Attendant is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the ice plant and arena equipment. They also participate in event facilitation and general maintenance across campus recreational facilities.

Exigences

Candidates must hold a high school diploma or GED and possess a valid Power Engineering Class 4 or Refrigeration Class 2 ticket. A minimum of one year of related experience and current First Aid/CPR/AED certification are required.

Compétences indiquées

• Premiers soins · Souhaitée
• CPR · Souhaitée
• Preventive Maintenance · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Ice maintenance
• Preventive maintenance
• Equipment operation
• First aid
• AED
• CPR
• Safety protocols
• WHMIS
• OHS Act compliance
• Refrigeration systems
• Power engineering
• Operations
• Equipment Maintenance
• First Aid
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Lifting Ability
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Disabilities
• Shift Work
• Diversification (Investing)
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems
• Power Engineering

Domaines d’emploi

• Trades
• Sports & Recreation
• Education
• Security & Safety
• Rink Attendant
• Lifeguard
• Protective Services Workers Not Elsewhere Classified
• Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers