Facility Operator 1 | Closes February 7, 2025

File #: 2025-O-004
Position: Facility Operator 1
Classification: Full-Time OPSEU Bargaining Unit
Weekly Hours: 40 hours per week
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Recreation
Wage Information: An hourly rate of pay of $29.06 (starting) - $30.23 (after 3 months) - $31.43 (after 12 months)
Closing Date: February 7, 2025

Reporting to the Manager of Facilities or designate, the Facility Operator 1 is responsible for maintaining the facilities, performing minor maintenance tasks, doing setups and performing custodial services at the assigned facilities to ensure the facilities and equipment are well maintained and safe to operate and occupy. Facilities include but are not limited to the Muskoka Lumber Community Centre and the Bracebridge Sportsplex. The position will undertake, monitor and evaluate maintenance schedules and operational procedures within the responsibilities as assigned and as directed by the Manager of Facilities.

Position Responsibilities:

• Maintain and prepare preliminary reports, records, and information regarding materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Ensure the facilities are maintained and cleaned, and complete maintenance inspections and perform maintenance and custodial duties as required and where qualified.
• Provide guidance and support to Facility Attendants and Facility Assistants.
• Respond to emergencies and customer service inquiries and complaints, and ensure a positive relationship is maintained between the public, outside agencies and internal staff.
• Participate in on-call schedule for operational issues and work shifts including evenings, midnights, weekends and statutory holidays as required.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent. Standard First Aid and CPR certification and Working at Heights Certificate. Propane Handlers Certificate, HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development, and Refrigeration Operator Class B Certificate are an asset.
• Relevant certifications based on work assignment, including: Pool Operators Certificate with three years' experience in pool operations and maintenance; and ORFA Certified Ice Technician Designation with knowledge of refrigeration equipment maintenance, ice making and general maintenance procedures, required.
• Knowledge and experience working in compliance with relevant Federal and Provincial legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS 2015, Fire Code, Ontario Building Code, and Occupiers Liability Act.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and rectify and/or report actual and potential safety hazards.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively in a team environment, and to exhibit courtesy, tact and diplomacy in dealing with the public, department officials and other members of staff. Ability to adhere to confidentiality requirements at all times.
• Strong verbal and written communication, problem-solving and time management skills. Ability to maintain records and prepare and present reports.
• Ability to direct and provide guidance to staff.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications.
• Ability to provide a current and acceptable vulnerable sector check.
• A valid Class G Driver's license in good standing with an acceptable driver's abstract and access to a reliable vehicle to use on corporate business.

Apply to this opportunity by 4:30 p.m. on February 7, 2025 with your cover letter and resume, quoting File 2025-O-004 and your first and last name to: humanresources@bracebridge.ca.

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We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Town of Bracebridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to meeting its obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Questions regarding collection of information or accommodation should be directed to the Corporate Services Department at (705) 645-5264.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, c.25 and will be used to determine employment eligibility.