Maintenance Attendant

Job Details

Part-Time (Non-Union)

Posting Status

Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants

Location & Shifts

Various locations - flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays

Closing Date

Applications for this position must be received at by no later than 11:59pm on December 31, 2026.

This posting is for current and future opportunities and will be filled on an as needed basis. Applications will be considered for any openings that become available between now and December 31, 2026.

Make a Difference in Your Community – Join Our Team!

Are you looking for a job that keeps you active, helps you learn new skills, and lets you give back to your community? We’re hiring Facility Maintenance Attendants to help keep our community centres and ice rinks clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone.

As a Facility Maintenance Attendant, you’ll be a vital part of the team that keeps everything running smoothly — from setting up events to maintaining the ice and outdoor spaces.

Why Work with Us?

• Flexible hours that fit around school, family, or other commitments
• Supportive, community-focused team that values your contributions
• Play a key role in supporting local programs and events — help ensure facilities are clean, safe, and ready for activities like skating, sports leagues, and public gatherings
• Gain hands-on experience in facility operations, event support, and customer service
• Build valuable workplace skills like teamwork, communication, and problem-solving
• Meet new people and make a real impact in your neighborhood

What You'll Do

Event & Activity Support

• Set up and take down tables, chairs, and equipment for sports, meetings, and special events
• Ensure all areas are clean, organized, and ready for the next scheduled activity

Facility & Grounds Maintenance Responsibilities

• Cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, changerooms, hallways, and activity areas
• Restocking essential supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet paper
• Regularly removing garbage and recycling to maintain a tidy environment
• Maintaining outdoor areas through sweeping, litter pickup, and snow removal as needed
• Assisting facility operators and lead hands with general maintenance tasks and special projects

Customer Service

• Respond to customer inquiries and concerns, including providing directions and information about the facility
• Address service requests from staff and customers in a timely and helpful manner
• Greet and interact with customers in a friendly, respectful, and approachable manner
• Maintain a calm and courteous attitude, even in busy or challenging situations

Ice Rink Support

• Assist with cleaning and maintaining a smooth, safe ice surface
• Set up nets, temporary boards, and other rink equipment as needed
• Help keep rink areas clean, organized, and safe for all users

Health & Safety

• Proactively identify and report health and safety issues
• Ensure safety procedures and protocols are followed
• Communicate delays or complications clearly and promptly
• Assist in emergencies (e.g. power outages)

What We’re Looking For

• No previous experience required — we provide full training
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn new skills
• Reliable, organized, and able to work independently or as part of a team
• Comfortable working in active and occasionally cold environments (like ice rinks)
• Physically able to lift/move equipment and stay on your feet during shifts
• Employees are required to wear CSA approved Green Patch safety footwear while working for the Corporation and will be required to supply footwear at their own expense.

Please note that this position requires a satisfactory criminal record and judicial matters check (CRJMC) dated within the last 30 days as a condition of employment.

DATED: July 1, 2026

The Town’s recruitment software includes elements of artificial intelligence to assist in the screening and short-listing of qualified candidates.

This job profile reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the principal functions of the job. This does not include all of the work requirements of the job. Applicants are required to demonstrate through their application and in the interview process that their qualifications match those specified. Applicants may also be required to undergo testing.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.