- Completion of Grade 12 or GED
- Two years of experience in the operation and maintenance of ice-making equipment and refrigeration and pool filtration systems, or equivalent;
- Valid B.C. Class 5 Driver's Licence;
- Ice Facility Operator (IFO) Certificate OR Refrigeration Plant Operator Certificate or BC equivalent;
- Level I and Level II Pool Operator's Certificates from a recognized association or educational institute.
Due to the nature of the job, you must be available to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends, holidays, and split shifts. You must also have the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including exposure to dust, high noise levels, ammonia, odours, chemicals and significant temperature fluctuation and be physical able to perform the essential duties of the position, including lifting and carrying items over 22.7kg.
This position is unionized, CUPE Local 774, and the hourly rate of pay is from $31.18 to $36.70 plus an additional 12% percent in lieu of benefits. At the City of Abbotsford we work strongly to create a challenging yet rewarding environment for our employees to thrive. To apply, please visit us online at:
Closing Date: May 15, 2024
The City of Abbotsford is committed to creating a workplace that fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion by attracting, retaining and developing a talented and diverse workforce which broadly reflects the community and citizens we serve. As such, we encourage applications from individuals from all genders, backgrounds and underrepresented groups. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.
Facility Maintenance Technician II - Abbotsford, Canada - City of Abbotsford
Description
Facility Maintenance Technician II
Operations
CUPE, Auxiliary
Posting #J
At the City of Abbotsford our people are our greatest asset. We offer a wide range of diverse, stimulating and rewarding career opportunities that support and recognize high levels of performance. In Abbotsford, we work strongly to create a challenging yet rewarding environment for our employees to thrive. We invite you to become part of a place that has strong corporate and organizational values, rewarding career paths, challenging opportunities, and an engaging and dynamic team to work with.
Be part of the story. Join our team today.
The City of Abbotsford is currently seeking five self-motivated professionals to join their dynamic team as auxiliary Facility Maintenance Technician II's in our Operations Department. In an auxiliary position, your hours of work and schedule may vary. This position performs technical, building service, custodial and maintenance work which may vary according to recreation facility activities and requirements. Your thorough knowledge of materials, methods and practices used in pool and arena operations will assist you in pool maintenance and water chemistry; installing and maintaining ice; operating related equipment; performing minor maintenance and repair of machines, pumps and filters; performing minor construction, renovation and maintenance of recreation buildings, and ensuring building security along with performing custodial functions for the ice arena, swimming pool, public and multi-purpose areas.
The successful candidate participates in activities related to special events and program activities; provides assistance to user groups and other organizations using recreation facilities; and ensures security measures are implemented and conforms to facility rules and regulations. If you are a team player with considerable knowledge of the applicable hazards and safety precautions, including procedures for handling chlorine, ammonia and cleaning agents used in City recreation facilities, we want to hear from you
To be considered for this position, you must have: