The District of Lake Country has an exciting opportunity for a permanent full-time Parks and Facilities Operator II (40 hrs per week) based in Lake Country, BC.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Engineer, the Parks and Facilities Operator II is responsible for operating, cleaning, and maintaining the municipal arena complex to provide a safe, clean and quality environment for the recreational use and leisure enjoyment of the public.  With a specialized certificate, this position mainly works out of the arena however may be utilized in our parks division where required.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Clean and maintain municipal buildings, grounds, and equipment, including minor construction, renovations and improvements, as directed by the Parks & Facilities Manager;
• Maintain facilities records, collect fees, record information on ice plant operation, building maintenance, and other information as required by the Parks & Facilities Manager;
• Prepare, clean, and maintain the arena ice surface;
• Assist with maintenance of other facilities and grounds, as directed by the Parks & Facilities Manager;
• Operate and maintain the arena, have daily contact with user groups, and ensure that scheduled events begin and end on time;
• Operate and maintain the ice maintenance and refrigeration equipment;

More About You

To qualify for this role, you must have a Grade 12 education and a minimum of two years’ experience in ice facilities or parks, a Level 1 First Aid Certificate; Refrigeration Operator Certificate or Power Engineering 5^th Class with refrigeration endorsement as recognized by the Province of British Columbia Safety Authority. Additionally, a valid British Columbia Driver’s License (Class 5) and clear criminal record check is required.

As our ideal candidate, you have general knowledge of the principles of ice/facilities maintenance and operation.  Some knowledge of the local community and its citizens and a strong ability to deal with the public including tactfully handling difficult people and strong judgement and problem solving skills.  You must be sound technically in the operation and maintenance of ice making and maintaining equipment and have expert skills in performing operational repairs to the facilities and equipment.  A strong ability to work with minimal supervision and be self-motivated.

Above all, we value a collaborative attitude, fostering positive working relationships with staff and tactfully conveying information and policies to the public.

About the Benefits

• You will receive a competitive salary of $36.85 per hour (2024 wage rate); A probation rate of 90% applies to the six-month probation period.

• Generous vacation and wellness leave;

• 100% employer covered health and paramedical benefits;

• Professional and education development support;
• An attractive pension program;

• Opportunity to join our collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work culture.

Applications will be accepted until 4:00pm on January 10, 2025.

For details please see the job description.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The District of Lake Country is committed to being an equal opportunity employer who embraces and respects diversity. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting hr@lakecountry.bc.ca .