Arena Operator Level II

Department: Community Services - Arena Internal/External Posting Date: August 21, 2026 Internal/External Closing Date: September 6, 2026 2026 Hourly Rate: $36.95 after probation Hours of Work: 40 hours per week Competition No.: 2026-62 The City of Dawson Creek invites applications for full-time Arena Operator Level II. Under the general supervision of the Arena and Parks Manager or designate, the Arena Operator Level II handles ice making, marking, surfacing, and maintenance at the Kin and Memorial Arenas. They perform preventative maintenance, oversee Arena Operator Level I and Rink Patrol, and ensure positive customer experience. This seasonal role also includes summer duties like mowing, gardening, and sports field maintenance, with potential year-round outdoor work in various weather conditions. What You’ll Do: Perform ice resurfacing and daily ice maintenance including but not limited to ice depth checks to maintain optimum thickness, daily edging, maintains ice resurfacing machines. Monitor the refrigeration plants and accurately records readings in logbooks. Report any inconsistencies or issues to the supervisor or manager. Adjust refrigeration plant controls as directed. Conduct a variety of preventative maintenance items including but not limited to filter changes and water sampling on the Ice plants. Monitor the building air temperatures and humidity levels. Report any inconsistencies or issues to the Arena supervisor. Adjust air temperature and humidity levels as directed.