Recreation Maintenance I or Ii

**EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**

Recreation Maintenance 1 or 2

4 X 4 shift schedule - 11.5 Hour Shift

The District of Sparwood is a friendly and welcoming community East Kootenay community of about 4,100 people living in the beautiful Elk Valley. Sparwood is approximately 1.5 hours away from Cranbrook, BC and 2.5 hours away from Calgary, AB - offering easy access to big city amenities while enjoying all that rural living has to offer. For those who enjoy outdoor activities or are captivated by natural beauty, Sparwood will exceed your expectations. Offering you instant access to mountains, valleys, rivers and lakes filled with an array of fish and wildlife. Participate in fishing, hiking, mountain biking, camping, golf, numerous lake activities, hunting, cross-country skiing and world class skiing and snowboarding to your heart’s content.

**Position Summary**

Reporting to the Chief Facility Maintenance Operator, Recreation Maintenance II works as part of a cooperative team and performs a variety of tasks requiring agility and physical effort related to the operation and maintenance of the Sparwood Leisure Centre. A core component of this position is to monitor and maintain the recreation facility HVAC, DHW, heating and cooling systems, arena physical plant, pool plant operation and related building systems.

**Primary Duties**
- Provides custodial services related to the care and maintenance of District facilities
- Completes snow removal from facility grounds and parking areas
- Provides janitorial duties related to the care and maintenance of District facilities
- Monitors and maintains arena physical plant and related systems
- Monitors and maintains pool filtration and heating systems
- Inspects, conducts repairs and maintains parks, sport fields, turf, trails, fencing, gardens and playground equipment, outdoor recreation facilities and related outdoor spaces
- Checks and maintains vehicles and equipment used in the department
- Removes, installs and repairs toilets, vanities, water supply and return lines, and other plumbing systems
- Troubleshoots, repairs and maintains boilers, pumps and motors

**Additionally, Recreation Maintenance II**
- Monitors and maintains facility HVAC, DHW, heating and cooling systems, arena physical plant, pool plant operation and related building systems
- Must have a strong mechanical aptitude to complete repairs to pumps, motors and HVAC systems effectively and efficiently
- Demonstrated competency and skills related to carpentry, plumbing and electrical systems

**Required Skills and Abilities**
- Must have mechanical aptitude to complete repairs to facility systems effectively and efficiently
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
- Must be able to utilize a computerized building operating system
- Ability to perform labor-intensive work, frequently stand and walk throughout the day and work in inclement weather
- Ability to work with the public in a positive and effective manner

**Certifications and Experience**
- Refrigeration Operator Certification
- Minimum 3 - 4 years experience maintaining building and facility mechanical systems
- Pool Operator Level I
- Arena Ice Maker I or higher
- Building Service Worker Level II
- Park and Sport Field Level I
- Playground Safety Inspection Certificate
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License
- 3-4 years combination of carpentry and plumbing experience would be considered an asset

**Closing Date: Open Until Filled**

Applicants are invited to submit their resumes, complete with a cover letter, to the attention of:
Human Resources

District of Sparwood

Phone: 250.425.6271

Pay: $37.12-$38.96 per hour

Work Location: In person