Jobs
>
Milton

    Supervisor Racing Surfaces - Milton, ON, Canada - Woodbine Entertainment

    Default job background
    Description

    Reports To: General Manager, Mohawk Park

    Date: May 2024

    Business Address: 555 Rexdale Boulevard, Toronto, ON, M9W5L2

    Language of Work: English

    Type of Employment: Full-time

    Salary Range: $63,500 to $65,000 per annum based on 40 hours per week

    Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, Paid Vacation, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability

    Contact Information:

    Telephone: ext. 3254

    Mailing Address: Same as business address

    JOB SUMMARY

    The purpose of this position is to ensure that the racing surfaces are prepared in a safe and consistent manner each day of racing and that all equipment is functional and that the resources needed are readily available to staff.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES


    •Manages and supervises track staff, provides direction to Standardbred staff regarding managing track surface prior, during and after racing


    •Daily maintenance of Standardbred racing surface for racing at the Woodbine Mohawk Park location and ensures track and equipment is operational and maintained in safe working order


    •Ensures minimal impact to the operations when conducting maintenance activities of the track surface.


    •Makes recommendations to Vice President of Standardbred Racing to cancel racing due to adverse or dangerous conditions existing in the absence of the Manager.


    •Addresses Owners', Trainer's and/or Drivers' concerns with respect to track surface issues.


    •Monitors workload, develops and implements tasks and work procedures.


    •Provides feedback to managers on daily operational needs for parts, material and services, including staffing requirements.


    •Creates and implements daily work schedule for track surface employees.


    •Manages daily track log process on Mohawk's racing surface, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.


    •Monitors environment for due diligence and compliance support.


    •Ensures all related equipment is in safe working condition and ensures staff are properly trained.


    •Ensures Horse Ambulance, Start Gate and Emergency Lights are operational for racing.


    •Develops and maintains positive relationships with horsemen and other racing related staff.


    •Interprets, administers and implements the applicable Collective Agreement(s), organizational policies, and Human Resources policies, as required.


    •Exhibits, demonstrates and encourages from others the core values of Respect, Integrity, Accountability and Excellence.


    •Represents the Standardbred racing surface department on the Health & Safety committees to ensure safety procols are created and followed.

    JOB SPECIFICATIONS

    Knowledge


    •Advanced knowledge of standardbred horse racetrack surfaces and related issues.


    •Knowledge of horse racing industry.


    •General understanding of the operational and regulatory structure of horse racing.


    •Knowledge of managing a team of 10 – 15 people

    Skills


    •Strong interpersonal, communication, leadership, organizational and management skills


    •Strong computer skills (MS Office Suite) and able to multi-task in an ever changing, demanding environment.


    •Ability to create and manage a seven-day schedule.


    •Must be flexible and innovative.


    •Ability to maintain and influence internal and external relationships.


    •Ability to operate heavy equipment.


    •Ability to evaluate the track surface to determine the best maintenance, resulting in lowering horse injury.


    •Ability to make decisions regarding the track surface due to variable weather.


    •Identify areas to improve the efficiencies of track maintenance while still maintaining high standards of safety


    •Proven ability to build strong relationships within the racing department and property services to enable collaborative work environment


    •Demonstrates excellent judgement on how to manuever machinery while sharing the track with the standardbred horses

    Education and Experience


    •Post secondary education (degree/certificate/diploma) in Property Services and/or horse racing track surface maintenance or related field.


    •3-5 years practical experience in a similar environment.


    •Experience operating graders, tractors and water trucks


    •Required to have a D-class license


    •Ability to evaluate the gait of a horse in order to determine a suitable track surface. Trotters vs. Pacers.

    Working Conditions


    •Exposure to external weather conditions and dust, noise


    •Must be able to respond to numerous outside influences and impacts


    •This role is required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays to match the Standardbred race schedule.

    #J-18808-Ljbffr


  • Woodbine Entertainment Milton, Canada Full time

    · Job Title: Supervisor, Racing Surfaces · Department: Standardbred Racing · Reports To: General Manager, Mohawk Park · Date: May 2024 · Business Address: 555 Rexdale Boulevard, Toronto, ON, M9W5L2 · Language of Work: English · Type of Employment: Full-time · Salary Range: $63 ...


  • Woodbine Entertainment Milton, Canada

    Our rich history is a big part of who we are. With historic roots dating back over 135 years, Woodbine is steeped in tradition. We have been the engine that drives the Ontario horse racing industry, creating winning experiences for all our guests. · We are also currently on an am ...


  • Woodbine Milton, Canada

    Our rich history is a big part of who we are. · With historic roots dating back over 135 years, Woodbine is steeped in tradition. · We have been the engine that drives the Ontario horse racing industry, creating winning experiences for all our guests. · We are also currently on a ...

  • SZAMRA GROUP FACILITY SERVICES

    Cleaner (Part-time)

    5 days ago


    SZAMRA GROUP FACILITY SERVICES Milton, Canada Part time

    **Essential Functions, Role & Responsibilities**: · - Part time · - Monday-Friday · - 4pm-8pm · - Safety boots required · **Qualifications & Skills**: · - General straightening up · - Vacuuming all carpeted surfaces · - Sweeping and mopping all hard surfaces · - Dusting of basebo ...


  • Woodbine Entertainment Milton, Canada

    **JOB SUMMARY** · Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Facilities and Property Services, the Supervisor is responsible for the oversight and leadership of the day-to-day operations at Woodbine Mohawk Park (WMP). The goal is to deliver effective and efficient oversight of the Facilities, ...


  • Woodbine Entertainment Milton, Canada TEMPORARY

    · JOB SUMMARY Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Facilities and Property Services, the Supervisor is responsible for the oversight and leadership of the day-to-day operations at Woodbine Mohawk Park (WMP). The goal is to deliver effective and efficient oversight of the Facilities, Pr ...

  • Fresh Start Foods

    Food Prep Associate

    3 weeks ago


    Fresh Start Foods Milton, Canada

    Fresh Start Foods Canada Ltd. · Join one of the BEST teams in the Industry · At Fresh Start Foods you'll find qualified professionals that stand out with their experience and understand that customers are at the centre of everything we do. · We are seeking individuals: · - Who ar ...


  • Compass Canada Milton, Canada Full time

    Working Title: Dishwasher, Sanitation Worker · Employment Status: Full-Time · Starting Hourly Rate: 18.52 · Address: 661 Martin St Milton ON L9T2Y3 · New Hire Schedule: 10:30am - 7:00pm · Important Information: · The Milton Cook Chill (CCFPC) is a HACCP Certified Food Production ...

  • BWX Technologies

    CNC Machinist

    8 hours ago


    BWX Technologies Oakville, Canada

    ​ · Enhance your career at BWXT with in-house opportunities · Eligible for Employee Referral Bonus: · Please update your internal successfactors profile prior to applying to internal positions. · Please note this process follows the BWXT employee guidelines · Referral bonus onl ...


  • BWX Technologies Oakville, Canada

    BWXT Precision Manufacturing Inc. is a subsidiary of BWXT Canada Ltd. BWXT Precision Manufacturing Inc. is a leading supplier of precision-machined components to the international nuclear industry. We specialize in the manufacture of fuel channel and feeder components, tooling an ...

  • BWX Technologies, Inc.

    CNC Machinist

    2 weeks ago


    BWX Technologies, Inc. Oakville, Canada

    Job Description/Duties: Job Summary: Responsabilities Summary Description of Job: · CNC Machinist · Date: May 30, 2024 · Location: Oakville, ON, CA · Company: BWX Technologies · ​ · Enhance your career at BWXT with in-house opportunities · Eligible for Employee Referral Bon ...


  • BWX Technologies, Inc. Oakville, Canada

    Job Description/Duties: Job Summary: Responsabilities Summary Description of Job: · CNC Machinist- Weekend Night Shift · Date: Apr 24, 2024 · Location: Oakville, ON, CA · Company: BWX Technologies · BWXT Precision Manufacturing Inc. is a subsidiary of BWXT Canada Ltd. BWXT ...


  • Aerotek Mississauga, Canada Full time

    Job Title: Manual Machinist · Job Description · We are seeking a Manual Machinist to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up and operating conventional lathes, and turning large aluminum castings. They will need to be proficient in turni ...


  • Hatch Mississauga, Canada

    Requisition ID: 92297 · Job Category: Metals · Location: Mississauga, ON, Canada · Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrast ...


  • Ferrovial Mississauga, Canada Full time

    Description · : Position Summary · Responsible for maintenance, servicing and repairs of roads and other infrastructure assets. This individual will be responsible for maintaining contracted assets (such as roadways, medians, signs, guardrails, fences, bridges, tunnels, veg ...


  • 08763 Citi Canada Technology Services ULC Mississauga, Canada Full time

    Description · The Strategic Initiatives organization's role is to partner (Key Enabler) with senior leaders across the Services, Markets, Banking and Functions (SMBF) technology organization to ensure proper governance over our top Strategic Initiatives and to provide end to end ...


  • 08763 Citi Canada Technology Services ULC Mississauga, Canada Full time

    IT Project Resourcing Management Analyst · Objective: · The Resourcing Management Analyst is a seasoned professional role and will apply in-depth disciplinary expertise to track, maintain and monitor the head count details ( internal and contracted per Vendor commitments) of a ...

  • Bombarbier

    Industrial Designer

    2 weeks ago


    Bombarbier Mississauga, Canada Regular

    Why join us? · As the leading manufacturer of business aircraft, Bombardier is renowned for designing, manufacturing, and servicing world-class aircraft that elevate the client experience. · Bombardier has been successful in setting the highest standards because we are a people-c ...

  • Dexterra

    Custodial Associate

    3 weeks ago


    Dexterra Mississauga, Canada Full time

    Job Description · WHAT'S THE JOB? · A Custodial Associate (LD Cleaner) is generally responsible for daily cleaning tasks in designated areas of the terminal or facility. This includes dusting, wiping, litter pick up, mopping, sweeping. We are currently hiring for our overnight s ...

  • Hatch

    Fall 2024

    3 weeks ago


    Hatch Mississauga, Canada

    Requisition ID: 92158 · Job Category: Campus · Location: Mississauga, ON, Canada · Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrast ...