Arena Mainteneanceperson Lead Hand

**Section**: Arenas
**Division**: Parks and Recreation
**Department**: Community Services
**Initial Reporting Location**: Sudbury Arena
- **Job Status**: Limited Position
**Estimated Probable Duration**:Seven (7) Months (may be extended)

**Affiliation**:CUPE 4705 Outside Unit
**Hours of Work**: 80 hours bi-weekly
**Shift Work Required**: Yes
**Rate of Pay**: $36.63 per hour
- **The start date will follow the selection process.**- ** Characteristic Duties**: Under the general supervision of the Assistant Manager of Arenas.- 1. Act as a general handyman in performing a variety of duties connected with maintenance, repair, minor construction, grounds keeping, rink, ice and basic maintenance of the ice re-surfacer, forklift or other related mechanical equipment.
2. Conduct or oversee the regular schedule of ice maintenance by edging, shaving, or building of ice by industry standards and maintain the work performance record logs as required.
3. Perform the necessary facility conversion work to host entertainment spectacles, major shows and events:

- Cover and remove sub-floor from the ice surface to ensure accurate and timely conversions between ice and non ice usage;
- During event conversions, must be able to remove and replace rink glass and rink-boards within a tight time frame;
- Assemble and/or construct Arena stage for a major show or event to exact specifications;
- Set-up “follow-spot” locations for major shows and/or events;
- Required to work at elevated heights (i.e. work on “catwalk”);
- Drop and remove power cables from catwalk during conversion periods as required;
- Under the instructions of the Assistant Manager of Arenas, accommodate and deal with event promoter(s) during event set-up.
- 4. Perform the function of janitor to the building.
5. Deliver equipment, supplies and materials by pick up truck as required.
6. Prepare requisitions of supplies and materials required for maintenance, repair and construction work for management.
7. Maintain surveillance and minor service to mechanical, electrical and refrigeration equipment; report abnormalities or breakdowns of equipment to the Manager of Arenas or Assistant Manager of Arenas.
8. Assist with administrative functions such as maintaining ice schedule and booking logs, time sheets, equipment rental contracts, and the various maintenance logs as required.
9. Assist with concession operations by receiving and signing for supplies.
10. Assist in the supervision and the day to day direction of Full and Part Time Maintenance personnel, outlining their job assignments and insure the safe performance of their duties.
11. Ensure the maintenance of operational logs as required by the Operating Engineers Act and all work performance logs, preventative maintenance logs as directed.
12. Maintain a good Corporate image of the Department and CGS.
13. In the absence of Manager of Arenas or Assistant Manager of Arenas, assume responsibility for protection of Section property.
14. Load and unload of various supplies and/or equipment using a Lift Truck (forklift) as required.
15. Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
16. Perform other related duties as required.
- **Qualifications**:

- Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.
- Possession of a Refrigeration Operator “B” Certificate, where applicable under the Act. Where the Act does not apply, Basic Refrigeration or equivalent will be accepted, however Operator “B” Certificate will be preferred.
- Completion of a I.A.P.A. Lift Truck Operator Safety Training program an asset.
- Propane Cylinder safety Exchange Training Certificate an asset.
- Minimum of two (2) years experience in the capacity of Arena Maintenanceperson, with a minimum of six (6) months major shows and events facility conversion experience within a multi purpose facility.
- Previous Lead Hand experience.
- Demonstrate interpersonal skills in dealing with the public, staff and outside agencies in a courteous and effective manner.
- Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure.
- Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
- Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
- Provide at own cost, a Criminal Record Check.
- May require the use of a CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver's licence, and have an acceptable driving record.** How To Apply**:

- We must receive your resume **before 11:59 p.m. on Friday, November 21, 2025.**For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.- Ensure you attached a cover letter and resume. Acceptable file types are:
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.rtf- All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitm