Facility Operator

Facility Operator (Arena)

Full-Time Permanent

Competition TOS2026-05

Strathmore is hiring!

If you take pride in maintaining high-quality ice surfaces and enjoy hands-on work in a dynamic environment, you might be the perfect candidate for the Facility Operator position with the Town of Strathmore!

Why Strathmore?

Strathmore is a growing, vibrant, welcoming community that is recognized as a regional hub for business and recreation. Continued investment in recreation facilities, parks, projects, commercial revitalization, and community programming provides an exceptional quality of life for our residents, visitors, and staff.

In addition, we have great job perks! Here are a few to mention:

• Benefits from Day One: Comprehensive health and dental coverage, health and wellness spending account, pension enrolment, and more!
• Vacation starts at 3 Weeks: Plus 3 additional days off to recharge at year-end!
• Free admission to all recreation facilities (Aquatic Centre, Sports Centre, Family Centre Arena)
• We strive to make work a positive and engaging experience

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Family Centre Arena & Civic Centre Manager, the Facility Operator will be responsible for ensuring the safety and quality of ice surfaces, as well as performing routine maintenance and cleaning tasks. You will also interact with the public and provide excellent customer service.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

General

• Effective time management of multiple facility schedules
• High expectation of communicating effectively in a team environment
• Participating in the Town’s Health & Safety Program and following all workplace procedures

Ice & Plant Operations

• Operation and maintenance of the Olympia ice resurfacers, ice edgers, lifts, and other equipment as required
• Ensuring all daily/weekly/monthly shift checklists and documentation are completed as required

Event Operations

• Ensuring event setups and take-downs at the Civic Centre are completed on time
• Making periodic security sweeps of the facilities and enforcing facility rules

Facility Operations

• Providing snow and ice control during snowfall events
• Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act plus other applicable codes
• All aspects of facility janitorial duties including cleaning dressing rooms, washrooms, and walkways
• Provide general repair and troubleshooting on facility equipment.
• Operation of all HVAC and some light maintenance (replacing filters)
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Successful applicants will demonstrate on their resume:

• Minimum grade 12 education or equivalent
• Arena Operator Level 1 considered an asset
• 1-2 years in a facility maintenance-related role or equivalent related experience

Our interview questions are intended to assess the following behaviours, skills, and experience:

• A self starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient knowledge in facility maintenance repairs and control
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and utilize strong time-management skills

View the full job description here.

Application:

If you feel you have the necessary qualifications and are ready to join our team, please submit your resume and cover letter quoting Competition TOS2026-05 to careers@strathmore.ca.

This competition will close on Monday, February 16, 2026, at 12:00 pm.

The Town of Strathmore thanks all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.

This posting is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities and qualifications for this position. The job ad is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future.