George Bell Arena Looking for Arena Operator at Toronto, ON Full Time

ABOUT GEORGE BELL ARENA

Opened in 1961, George Bell Arena replaced the outdoor Ravina Rink and was named in honour of Toronto’s Park Commissioner, George T. Bell. The arena has been home to the Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Furies, Toronto Marlies, and Ryerson Rams.

We proudly serve the communities of York, Swansea, Toronto Junction, High Park, and Etobicoke.

JOB SCOPE

Reporting to the Arena Manager, Arena Operators are front-line staff responsible for the upkeep of the facility, including building maintenance, ice flow management, janitorial duties, general repairs, onsite supervision, and relevant tasks as assigned. Shift times range, with opening and closing responsibilities.

This role requires someone capable of working independently and as part of a team, with the ability to plan proactively and troubleshoot when necessary. Maintaining an active presence while onsite is a must, to develop working relationships and support our community.

KEY DUTIES

• Responsible for ice maintenance, coordinating daily ice flow schedule and activities
• Operate relevant equipment, including ice resurfacer, ice edger, and power tools
• Set up and tear down for specified purposes, spaces, and events
• Maintain cleaning standards and actively disinfect common areas
• Effect minor repairs and general building maintenance projects
• Upkeep of both interior and exterior of building, to ensure a safe experience
• Monitor building inventory and order resources, as directed
• Receive incoming deliveries and assist with transporting to applicable spaces
• Logging necessary facility data and information on a daily basis
• Manage relationships with vendors, scheduling service as required
• Assist with developing and overseeing ongoing project and task management lists
• Maintain facility equipment, as determined and outlined by management
• Onsite supervision of internal programming, including league and drop-in activities
• Provide guidance, resources, and direction to help address public inquiries
• Ability to follow safety and emergency procedures at all times
• Act as a building representative and emergency contact, as required
• General opening and closing duties, ensuring facility standards are maintained
• Works closely with Arena Manager to ensure applicable updates are shared accordingly

QUALIFICATIONS

• A valid Ontario driver’s license (Class G), in good standing
• Experience with arena operations, in a recreational facility setting
• Excellent customer service skills, including proven ability to problem solve
• First Aid, AED, WHMIS, AODA, and Emergency Planning training
• Knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Implementation and enforcement of general safety policies and procedures
• Up-to-date understanding of operating an ice resurfacer and ice maintenance standards
• Familiarity with building maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical
• Basic Refrigeration, Propane Handling, Ice Technician, Safe Ice Resurfacer, and Working at Heights certifications are an asset

PROOF OF VACCINATION & MASKS

George Bell Arena, in accordance with the City of Toronto’s vaccination policy, requires proof of vaccination from all employees. Proof means documentation verifying receipt of a vaccination series approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization.

Staff are required to wear masks at all times while onsite.

SUBMITTING APPLICATION

Applications will be accepted until the role is filled.

We thank all applicants for expressing their interest in this position. However, we will only be reaching out to candidates that move through to the next stage of this process.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $25.00-$27.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Application question(s):

• Will you be able to adhere to our proof of vaccination and mask-wearing policies for staff?
• If hired, when are you available to start?
• Shifts span from as early as a 6:00 am start to as late as a 12:00 am finish, with daytime, evening, and weekend availability required.

Are you able to provide that type of commitment?

Experience:

• arena refrigeration: 1 year (required)
• propane handling: 1 year (required)
• facility operations (in a hockey rink setting): 1 year (required)
• ice resurfacer/ice maintenance: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Ontario driver’s licence (Class G) (required)