Ice Assistants

**About the KW Granite Club**

The first recorded curling game in Canada took place in 1871 near Quebec City and 11 years later the game reached Kitchener-Waterloo. The Waterloo Curling Club organized in 1882 on a rink on Peppler Street, while the Kitchener Club started operations on Gaukle Street 1 year later. The K-W Granite Club was established by an amalgamation of the 2 Clubs in 1927.

The Club took possession of its newest location on August 1st, 2003, and with a spectacular volunteer effort, “Rink In The Park” was ready for Open House and Curling in mid September. The first season tents were used as change rooms but there was warmth on the way. During the summer of 2004, thanks to a stellar fundraising effort and long hours from staff and volunteers, a new lounge and change rooms were added at a cost exceeding $300,000.

Along the way The K-W Granite Club has hosted or co-hosted a number of high-profile curling events. The World Junior Championships were held in 1980, The Brier in 1962 and 1986, The Scott Tournament of Hearts in 1994 and 2003 and the Canadian Mixed Championships in 1969 and 1975. Most recently the Club hosted the sold out 2004 M&M Meat Shops $100,000 Skins Game.

Our new home at Rink In The Park has brought renewed enjoyment and enthusiasm for the growing number of curlers in our community

**The Role**:
The KW Granite Club in Waterloo Ontario is looking for part time ice assistants.

Reporting to the General Manager the part time ice assistants will assist with the maintenance and operation of KW Granite Club including:

- Prepares ice surface for curling (i.e. scraping, shaving, pebbling and sweeping).
- Monitors and records ice information.
- Cleans the surrounding areas (i.e. vacuuming, washing windows, club brushes, waste removal, etc.).
- Operating mechanical floor cleaners and picking up refuse
- Ensure that all service areas are left clean and ready to use
- Ensures sidewalks and entrances are maintained in a safe manner (i.e. shovelled and salted during the winter season; stairs and floors kept dry).
- Reports all incidents and accidents to the General Manager and uses the appropriate incident forms.
- Records all pertinent information in the communication logs.
- Assists in special event setups as required.
- Provides general direction and information to the members and public where necessary.
- Update and maintain written records and prepare legible and concise verbal and written reports.
- Must be courteous, cooperative, be able to communicate verbally and in writing, and maintain cordial relations with members, employees and the general public.
- Perform other duties as required.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- An Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency.
- Two years related work experience in one or a combination of the following areas: customer/public service; maintenance/janitorial; ice rink/recreational facilities.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
- Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong desire to learn
- Display a high level of ownership and accountability.
- Follows all health and safety standards
- Reliable and available to work all scheduled shifts for the duration of employment; Shifts may include days, afternoons, weekends and holidays.
- Good public relation skills and has the ability to work in a team environment is required.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in a cold rink environment
- Experience operating some curling equipment is an asset.

About the Club

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $16.55 per hour

Schedule:

- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

- Are you legally entitled to work in Canada

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-08-28