Facility Operator

2 weeks ago

Lethbridge, Canada University of Lethbridge Full time

**Job Title**
- Facility Operator

**About the University**

**It’s your time to shine**
Work where the world comes to create, discover and learn.
We are one of Canada’s top universities and leading research institutions. With more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students, two campuses (Lethbridge and Calgary), seven faculties and schools, and more than 2,500 employees, ULethbridge is Lethbridge’s second largest employer. Faculty and staff come together to contribute, each in their own way, to establishing ULethbridge as Canada’s destination university. In 2022, Lethbridge was recognized as one of Canada’s top small cities.

**Position Details**

Reporting to the Manager, Athletic & Recreation Facilities, the Facility Operator plays a key role in the safe and efficient operation of the University’s athletic and recreation facilities, including the Community Sports Stadium, Centre for Sport and Wellness, Max Bell Regional Aquatic Centre, Gymnasiums, Fitness Centre, and Ascent Climbing Centre.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Perform routine preventative and on-demand maintenance, including equipment repair, work order management, and procurement of parts.
- Conduct regular inspections of major facility equipment (pool systems, gym equipment, artificial turf, bleachers, scoreboards, etc.) and ensure proper handling of hazardous pool chemicals.
- Act as Lead Operator at facility bookings and major events, working with staff, user groups, and contractors to coordinate set-ups, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with policies.
- Provide technical expertise and support on facility systems and serve as a liaison with Facilities, trades, contractors, and suppliers.
- Complete administrative duties such as work order entry (WebTMA), research and ordering of parts, and reporting.
- Assist with maintenance projects and equipment installations.

**Position Qualifications**

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in an event or facilities-related environment.
- High school diploma (post-secondary or technical training considered an asset).
- Intermediate First Aid (Formerly known as Standard First Aid) with CPR/AED certification.
- Swimming Pool Operator Level I and Level II (must be completed within the first year of employment).
- A valid unrestricted Class 5 Driver’s License with no more than 6 demerits and submission of a motor vehicle record (driver abstract) dated within 3 months of the posting close is required.

**Preferred/Additional Training (assets)**:

- Confined Space Entry & Rescue.
- Fall Protection.
- WHMIS.
- Aerial Lift / Working from Heights.
- Building Maintenance Level 1.
- Sports Field Maintenance Level 1.
- Knowledge of Fusion Software and WebTMA.
- Knowledge of Swim Meets and other Athletic Events.

**Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)**
- $4,576.00 - $5,114.00 monthly

**Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)**
- $4,576.00 - $5,652.00 monthly (AUPE - Grade 9)

**Campus**
- Lethbridge

**Employment Group**
- AUPE

**Position Category**
- Other

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