The District of Sparwood has an excellent employment opportunity for an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual to join the Community Services team in the role of Recreation Maintenance Level 1 or 2. Reporting to the Recreation Maintenance Supervisor, the incumbent works as part of a cooperative team and performs a variety of tasks requiring agility and physical effort related to the operation and maintenance of the Sparwood Leisure Centre including; maintenance of facility building systems, monitoring of arena/pool plant operations, general facility maintenance and custodial services.
The Core Job Duties Include:
- Provides custodial services related to the care and maintenance of District facilities, including snow removal
- Monitors and maintains arena physical plant and related systems
- Monitors and maintains pool filtration and heating systems
- Inspects, conducts repairs and maintains outdoor recreation facilities and related outdoor spaces such as; parks, sport fields, turf, trails, ice surfaces, fencing, gardens and playground equipment
- Checks and maintains vehicles and equipment used in the department
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Mechanical aptitude to complete repairs to facility systems effectively and efficiently
- Some
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure, independently and as part of a team
- Ability to utilize a computerized building operating system
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing via email and logbooks
- Ability to perform labor-intensive work, frequently stand and walk throughout the day and work in inclement weather
- Ability to work with the public in a positive and professional manner
Qualifications & Certification:
Maintenance 1
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Experience maintaining building and facility mechanical systems
- Basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical and maintenance skills and knowledge
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License
Maintenance 2
(Above Maintenance 1 qualifications + below certifications)
- 3-4 years combination of carpentry and plumbing experience would be considered an asset
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License
- Refrigeration Operator Certification
- Pool Operator Level I
- Arena Ice Maker I or higher
- Building Service Worker Level II
- Park and Sport Field Level I
- Playground Safety Inspection Certificate
Salary: This position is a unionized position under CUPE local 2698. The hourly wage rate is $38.23 (for Recreation Maintenance Level 1) or $40.14 (for Recreation Maintenance Level 2) as per the current Collective Agreement.
How to Apply: Closing Date for Applications is Monday, March 17, 2025. As part of the interview process, shortlisted candidates will be required to participate in a practical portion of the interview at the District of Sparwood Main Office. Applicants are invited to submit their resumes, complete with cover letter, in confidence to the attention of:
Manager of Human Resources, District of Sparwood
Box 520, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood BC, V0B 2G0
Email to: careers@sparwood.ca
Qualified applicants who are offered and accept the position may be required to complete a satisfactory pre-employment background check. This may consist of all or a combination of the following: Canadian criminal record check, an employment verification and/or an education and accreditation verification and a clean drivers’ abstract.
Job Descriptions
| Job Title | Recreation Maintenance I | ||
| Reports To | Recreation Maintenance Supervisor/Chief Facility Maintenance Operator | Salary Grade | CUPE – Regular Full-time |
| Department | Community Services | Updated | January 2025 |
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Community Services and reporting to the Recreation Maintenance Supervisor, Recreation Maintenance I performs a variety of general and specific labour type tasks requiring agility and physical effort related to the operation and maintenance of the Sparwood Leisure Centre. The successful candidate will be responsible for janitorial services, facility maintenance, maintaining the arena physical plant, leisure pool filtration systems, parks and other recreation facilities including carpentry and plumbing work. Other duties include installing and maintaining ice surfaces, general work on HVAC and DHW supply systems, horticultural work, servicing and maintaining sports fields, walking trails and related recreation areas and equipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for shoveling and removing snow; inspecting facilities and equipment; preparing required reports and performing other duties as assigned.
Primary Duties
- Provides janitorial duties related to care and maintenance of District facilities
- Monitors and maintains facility HVAC, DHW, heating and cooling systems
- Monitors and maintains arena physical plant and related systems
- Monitors and maintains pool filtration and heating systems
- Sets up, takes down and provides supports to programs and events
- Inspects, reports on and conducts repairs to parks and playground equipment
- Removes snow as required
- Installs and maintains arena ice surface
- Inspects, reports on and maintains parks, trails, gardens and related outdoor spaces
- Inspects, reports on and maintains public playgrounds
- Conducts repairs to facilities including painting, drywall, and basic carpentry
- Checks and maintains vehicles and equipment used in the department
- Maintains and repairs pumps, motors, bathroom fixtures etc.
- Provides supervision for, rents skates and collects drop-in fees for public events and activities as assigned
- Maintains accurate records for the operation and maintenance of facility equipment
- All persons employed by the District of Sparwood will be required to assist the municipality in providing emergency services. Duties assigned during an emergency may differ from regular duties
- Assists other District departments and performs other duties as assigned
Required Skills and Abilities
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
- Must be able to utilize a computerized building operating system
- Must be able to communicate effectively orally, via email and logbooks
- Ability to perform labor-intensive work, frequently stand and walk throughout the day and work in inclement weather
- Must have a mechanical aptitude to complete repairs to facility systems effectively and efficiently
- Ability to work with the public in a positive and affective manner
- Has exceptional customer service skills
- Ability to prioritize assigned and emergent tasks
- Basic demonstrated knowledge and skills related to carpentry, plumbing and electrical systems
- Ability to conduct minor repairs and maintenance to vehicles
- Must be comfortable working at heights and utilizing lifts and/or ladders
- Ability to safely operate a skid steer
Certifications and Experience
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License
- Refrigeration Operator, Ice Facility Operator Certification or equivalent
- Pool Operator Level I & II
- Arena Ice Maker Certification
- Building Service Worker levels 1, 2, and 3
- Park and Sport field levels 1 and 2
Shift Schedule
- 4 X 4 shift schedule – 11.5 Hour Shift
| Job Title | Recreation Maintenance II | ||
| Reports To | Recreation Maintenance Supervisor/Chief Facility Maintenance Operator | Salary Grade | CUPE – Regular Full-time |
| Department | Community Services | Updated | February 2025 |
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Community Services and reporting to the Recreation Maintenance Supervisor, Recreation Maintenance II works as part of a cooperative team and performs a variety of tasks requiring agility and physical effort related to the operation and maintenance of the Sparwood Leisure Centre. The successful candidate is responsible for custodial services, general facility maintenance, pump and motor replacement, plumbing, maintaining, and operating the arena physical plant, leisure pool filtration systems, and park facilities.
A core component of this position is to monitor and maintain the recreation facility HVAC, DHW, heating and cooling systems, arena physical plant, pool plant operation and related building systems.
Recreation Maintenance II completes carpentry and plumbing projects and assists with maintaining other District facilities. Other duties include installing and maintaining ice surfaces, work on water supply systems, horticultural work, servicing and maintaining sports fields, walking trails and related recreation areas and equipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for shoveling and snow removal; inspecting facilities and equipment; preparing reports and performing other duties as assigned.
Primary Duties
- Monitors and maintains facility HVAC, DHW, heating and cooling systems, arena physical plant, pool plant operation and related building systems
- Provides custodial services related to care and maintenance of District facilities
- Completes snow removal from facility grounds and parking areas
- Sets up, takes down and provides support to programs and events
- Inspects, conducts repairs and maintains parks, sport fields, turf, trails, fencing, gardens and playground equipment, outdoor recreation facilities and related outdoor spaces
- Installs and maintains arena ice surface
- Conducts repairs to facilities including painting, drywall, and basic carpentry
- Checks and maintains vehicles and equipment used in the department
- Removes, installs and repairs toilets, vanities, water supply and return lines, and other plumbing systems
- Troubleshoots, repairs and maintains boilers, pumps and motors
- Provides input on modifications or improvements to policies, procedures, and practices to improve the functions and safety of the department
- Remove and replace ballasts and completes other small electrical works
- Ability to operate in a safe effective manner skid steer and similar equipment.
- Maintains accurate records for the operation and maintenance of facility equipment, systems, and components.
- All persons employed by the District of Sparwood will be required to assist the municipality in providing emergency services. Duties assigned during an emergency may differ from regular duties
- Assists other District departments and performs other duties as assigned
Required Skills and Abilities
- Must have a strong mechanical aptitude to complete repairs to pumps, motors and HVAC systems effectively and efficiently
- Demonstrated competency and skills related to carpentry, plumbing and electrical systems
- Has strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
- Must be able to utilize a computerized building operating system
- Must be able to communicate effectively orally, via email and logbooks
- Be able to perform labor-intensive work, frequently stand and walk throughout the day and work in inclement weather
- Exceptional customer service skills and works with the public in a positive and effective manner
- Ability to prioritize assigned and emergent tasks
- Ability to conduct minor repairs and maintenance to vehicles
- Good understanding of WorkSafe BC regulations and related safe work practices
Certifications and Experience
- Refrigeration Operator Certification
- Minimum 3 – 4 years’ experience maintaining building and facility mechanical systems
- Pool Operator Level I
- Arena Ice Maker I or higher
- Building Service Worker Level II
- Park and Sport Field Level I
- Playground Safety Inspection Certificate
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License
- 3-4 years combination of carpentry and plumbing experience would be considered an asset
Shift Schedule
- 4 X 4 shift schedule – 11.5 Hour Shift
Post Date: March 4, 2025 | Category: Job Postings News & Updates