Ice Crew - Halifax, NS

Discover · The Opportunity · THE ORGANIZATION: · At Events East Group, we proudly manage and operate the Halifax Convention Centre, Scotiabank Centre and Scotiabank Centre Box Office. Our people and our community make us the favoured event destination for our guests. Whether we a ...

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The Opportunity

THE ORGANIZATION:

At Events East Group, we proudly manage and operate the Halifax Convention Centre, Scotiabank Centre and Scotiabank Centre Box Office. Our people and our community make us the favoured event destination for our guests. Whether we are attracting large delegations or hosting an elite group of athletes for an international competition, we are a catalyst for new opportunities and connections between Nova Scotia and the world.

THE POSITION:

The Scotiabank Centre managed by Events East Group is now inviting applications for the position of Ice Crew (casual) with our Ice Maintenance team.

Reporting to the Head Ice Technician, the Ice Crew is responsible for working with the Ice Technicians to ensure the overall cleanliness and effectiveness of the ice is maintained. To perform the majority of the work associated with this role, the Ice Crew skates on a slippery ice surface. To excel in this role, a proficient ability to skate in front of a crowd safely is mandatory.

What you'll do

Responsibilities

THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operations:

• Be attentive to event needs, ensuring tasks are completed in a timely manner and in consideration of events taking place throughout the building (i.e. noise sensitivities)
• Install and remove ice carpets, as needed.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the ice during live events by removing any obstructions or contaminants.
• Install and remove hockey goal nets and accessories during and between hockey games.
• Check for damaged goal nets and repair mesh, if needed.
• Prepare the Zamboni for resurfacing the ice by checking and filling liquids, and ensuring the auger is clean.
• Working with the Ice Technician, repair the ice during resurfacing by filling cracks, chips, or holes.
• Remove snow and water left over from the zamboni while it exits the ice surface.
• Working with the Ice Technician, chip ice as needed.
• Assist in the removal of the ice process, as needed by chipping out the ice.
• Assist in the installation of the ice surface, as needed by painting logos and lines on the ice surface.
• Other duties as required.

What you'll need

Qualifications

THE PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical Demands:

• This position is a casual role that has varying shifts, including mornings, days, evenings past midnight, weekends, holidays.
• Average shift lengths are approximately 6 hours in length but may run longer.
• Must own a pair of safe and functional skates.
• Must be able to skate proficiently in front of a crowd.
• Lift, push, pull, carry 50 pounds.
• Crouch, bend, twist, reach frequently.

A little bit about us

Events East

Events East Group is a special purpose government agency that manages and operates the Halifax Convention Centre and Scotiabank Centre. We are an impact-focused organization known for attracting and hosting the best events in the region, generating economic impact, and driving community vibrancy. We were created as part of a government partnership between the Province of Nova Scotia and Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) and we work in collaboration with them to manage our business in a responsible and transparent manner.

MISSION: WE CONNECT THE WORLD TO NOVA SCOTIA BY CREATING MEMORABLE EVENT EXPERIENCES.

VISION: OUR PEOPLE AND OUR COMMUNITY MAKE US THE FAVOURED EVENT DESTINATION FOR OUR GUESTS.

Are you interested?

Work With Us

THE PERKS AND BENEFITS:

• Uniforms provided if necessary
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) available through Telus Health
  • Discounts
  • Free counselling services
  • Resources available for personal life needs
• Discounted transit bus pass through SmartTrip
• Discounted gym membership at Goodlife Fitness

Events East is committed to a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and persons from the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. We encourage applicants to self-identify.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Any applicant invited to participate in testing or an interview and who requires an accommodation should discuss their needs, in confidence, with the Recruiter when selected.

TO APPLY: Apply via Career Beacon.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For further information, please visit our website