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Parks & Recreational Facilities Attendant (Full-Time, Permanent)

The Township of Champlain is seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to fill the full-time position of Parks & Recreational Facilities Attendant.

Reporting to the Director of Parks and Recreation, this position is mainly located at the Vankleek Hill Community Centre. The Parks & Recreational Facilities Attendant is responsible for providing supervision and maintenance to the various Township’s parks and recreation facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate the ice resurfacer and other specialized equipment, including ice edger, power tools, cleaning equipment, and various grounds equipment safely and correctly to perform summer/winter maintenance activities. 
• Responsible for opening and securing building(s) and follow lock-up procedures.
• Maintain building grounds that may require unskilled and semi-skilled work necessary to the operation of maintenance of parks, lawns, and grounds including manual labor, operation of motorized equipment, equipment maintenance, building and grounds maintenance and construction.
• Provide minor construction, repair, security and maintenance services for municipal property.
• Clean and maintain facility: sweep, wash and vacuum floors, wash windows and doors, clean washrooms and change rooms, empty garbage, etc.
• Proper use and storage of all required chemicals, cleaning materials and equipment on-site safely, including compliance with WHMIS procedures.
• Maintain an awareness of all scheduled activities and events; staff needs to ensure appropriate spaces are ready for use and maintenance supports are in place, as needed.
• Assist with set-up and take-down of various functions, programs and events.
• Complete administrative duties promptly (e.g. logbooks and checklists, incident/accident reports, park inspections, building inspections).
• Assists staff during various program activities and special events offered by Parks and Recreation.
• Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, applicable legislation, regulations, statutes, departmental policies/procedures/practices and operational guidelines and perform safe work practices.
• Attends in-service training and additional staff training as necessary.
• During an emergency, declared or otherwise, staffing requirements can be critical. The employee will be available to work irregular hours performing normal tasks or others, as assigned.
• Performs such other related duties within the general parameters of this job description, as may reasonably be requested by the Director of Parks and Recreation or Alternate.

Qualifications

• A working knowledge of basic building construction and maintenance, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC and refrigeration.
• Ability to read operating manuals, schedules and plans.
• Training in the safe and effective operation and care of tools, equipment, machinery and other resources of the Parks and Recreation Department, including tractor, front end loader, mower, line trimmer, floor scrubbers, pickup truck, ice re-surfacer, compressors and hand tools.
• Ability to deal with the public with diplomacy, tact, and a friendly and helpful attitude.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Bilingual (English and French) and effective written and oral communication skills.
• Valid G-class driver’s license.
• Must provide a satisfactory current Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check as a condition of employment.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs and occasionally lift or move more than 100 lbs.
• Available for emergency, on-call, and after-hours response and to quickly access, take control and respond to emergency situations.
• Available to work flexible hours including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Background experience and technical skills in ice making and resurfacing, refrigeration and groundskeeping, an asset.
• Experience operating park equipment such as trucks, trailers, mowers and trimmers, an asset.
• Supervisory experience, an asset.
• A certificate in Registered Playground Practitioner (Ontario Parks Association), an asset.

Required Education and Experience

• A high school diploma, preferably with a background in trades and occupations, or the equivalent in courses and experience.
• Certificate in basic refrigeration an asset.
• Minimum three (3) years experience working in a parks and arena environment.
• Certification or willingness to obtain Smart Serve, First Aid, CPR, AED, WHMIS and propane handling certification.
• Certification or willingness to become certified as Facilities Operator, Ice Technician, or Basic Refrigeration or Horticultural Technician.

Working Conditions

• The salary range for the T3 level consists of five (5) steps, ranging from $22.53 to $26.82 per hour, and the salary is determined upon hire based on qualifications, experience, skills, and knowledge.
• This position is full-time, with a regular schedule of 40 hours per week.
• Some of the work includes maintenance of the parks, which is usually done outside in less-than-perfect conditions. The employee is sometimes required to enter hazardous environments and areas and is still expected to work safely.
• Tasks entail muscular strain, including walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, and lifting.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud during indoor events.
• Operate a vehicle regularly in the arena and within the municipality.

Applications

Qualified candidates are invited to apply through our online application form.

Deadline: September 20, 2024
Start date: As soon as possible

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Facility Attendant Assistant (Part-time, Casual)

Reporting to the Parks and Recreation Lead Hand, the successful candidate will assist with general arena and community centre operations. This position is located at the Vankleek Hill Community Centre.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Moving and changing nets during ice resurfacing;
• Assisting the Facility Attendant with ice maintenance tasks;
• Cleaning washrooms, windows and dressing rooms;
• General housekeeping duties such as sweeping, changing garbages, mopping, vacuuming and dusting;
• Event set-up and take-down;
• Minor building maintenance and risk prevention;
• Perform any other duties related to the position

Qualifications

• Able to work evenings and weekends.
• Bilingualism is an asset.
• A valid driver’s license (G class) is considered an asset.
• Minimum 10^th grade education.
• First-Aid and/or CPR certifications are considered assets.

Working Conditions

• Regularly stands, walks, climbs, and crouches. Occasionally lifts and carries up to 20 pounds or more.
• Exposure to various temperatures, odours and weather conditions.
• The hourly rate for this position is $16.55.
• This position is part-time and casual for 6 to 20 hours per week from September until April.

Applications

Qualified candidates are invited to apply through our online application form.

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Arena Attendant (Part-time, Casual)

The Township of Champlain is seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to fill the part-time, casual position of Arena Attendant.

Reporting to the Parks and Recreation Lead Hand, the successful candidate will be responsible for general arena and community centre operations. This position is located at the Vankleek Hill Community Centre.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate the ice resurfacer and other specialized equipment, including power tools and cleaning equipment in a safe and correct manner.
• Responsible for opening and securing building(s) and follow lock up procedures.
• Clean and maintain facility: sweep, wash and vacuum floors, wash windows and doors, clean washrooms and change rooms, empty garbage, etc.
• Maintain an awareness of all scheduled activities and events; staff needs to ensure appropriate spaces are ready for use and maintenance supports are in place as needed.
• Assist with set-up and take down of various functions, programs and events.
• Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, applicable legislation, regulations, statutes, and departmental policies/procedures/practices and operational guidelines and perform safe work practices.
• Attends staff training as necessary.
• Perform any other duties related to the position.

Qualifications

• Completion of Secondary School.

• Bilingualism is an asset.
• First-Aid and/or CPR certifications are considered assets.

• Submit a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check.
• Maintain a valid Class G license & has access to a personal vehicle.

• Certification or willingness to become certified as Facilities Operator or Ice Technician.

Working Conditions

• The salary for this position is from $22.53 to $26.82.
• Regularly stands, walks, climbs, and crouches. Occasionally lifts and carries up to 20 pounds or more.
• Is in regular contact with members of the public.
• Exposure to various temperatures, odours and weather conditions.
• This position is part-time and casual for 8 to 24 hours per week from September to April.

Applications

Qualified candidates are invited to apply through our online application form.

Deadline: Friday, August 23, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

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Crossing Guard (Part-Time, On Call Position)

Reporting to the By-Law Officer, the school crossing guard ensures the safety and wellbeing of all pedestrians as they cross a street near primary schools in the territory of the Township of Champlain. The person is called upon to work Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 9 a.m. in the morning, and between 3:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. in the afternoon.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyze the environment to determine the danger zone, assess and stop traffic safely.
• Accompany children and direct their movements to ensure they safely cross the road.
• Give safety instructions to children and ensure they are respected.
• Control unsafe behaviour of children during the crossing of the street.

Qualifications

• Bilingualism (French and English)
• Knowledge of traffic and safety rules
• Responsible, punctual, cautious, and vigilant
• Excellent visual and hearing acuity
• Physical condition necessary (standing work)
• Autonomy

Required Education and Experience

• Having one (1) year of relevant experience with such clientele, an asset
• First aid training, an asset

Working Conditions

• $26.22 per Shift

Applications

Qualified candidates are invited to apply through our online application form.

Start date: August 26, 2024

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Bartender (Casual, as required)

The Township of Champlain is seeking charismatic and organized individuals to join the bartender on-call list with the Parks and Recreation Department. The work location is most often the Vankleek Hill Community Centre.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Ontario liquor legislation and regulations.
• Serve and/or mix alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Collect cash and card payments from customers.
• Maintain a clean and welcoming work area.
• Provide courteous and timely customer service.
• Possess basic knowledge of beer, wine and spirit preparation.
• Follow internal procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be the legal age to serve alcohol in Ontario (minimum 18 years of age).
• Completion of secondary education is considered an asset.
• Completion of or willing to complete Smart Serve Ontario training.
• Previous bartending experience is considered an asset.
• Strong customer service and effective communication skills.
• Bilingualism is considered an asset.

Working Conditions

• The salary for this position is $16.55 per hour (plus tips).
• This position is a casual and as required role.
• Frequent and regular contact with members of the public.

Applications

Qualified candidates are invited to apply through our online application form or call us at 613-675-4727.

Deadline: On-going

Start date: As needed

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