Job Number: 55491
Are you looking for a dynamic role where you can help keep Edmontonians active and connected? The Community Recreation and Culture Branch is looking for dedicated and safety-minded individuals to join our team as Arena Attendants / Labourer IIs. In this role, you will play a key part in providing exceptional recreational spaces for our community. If you enjoy a mix of physical work, independent problem-solving, and interacting with the public, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact on our city's daily recreation.
As an Arena Attendant / Labourer II, you will be responsible for ensuring excellent, safe, and clean playing surfaces across 20 arenas and 7 field facilities. This position balances specialized ice and athletic field maintenance with essential custodial duties to ensure our facilities meet top-tier standards. You will independently plan and prioritize your daily tasks to align with scheduled facility bookings and user needs. Acting as a friendly point of contact, you will support visitors, answer questions, and build positive relationships with facility users. Safety is a top priority, and you will actively participate in environmental and safety programs to maintain a secure environment for everyone.
What will you do?
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Perform quality ice resurfacing using specialized equipment like Olympia or Zamboni machines, including hand and power edging
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Flood, build, and maintain high-quality ice surfaces, and safely remove ice when required
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Maintain natural and artificial sports fields through tasks such as mowing, irrigation, cleaning, grooming, and snow removal
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Complete detailed custodial duties, including sweeping, mopping, cleaning, and restocking washrooms, dressing rooms, showers, bleachers, and arena glass
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Provide courteous customer service, support facility users with concerns, and manage the signing out of dressing room keys
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Adhere to standard operating procedures, complete monthly safety inspections, and participate in Hazard Assessment reviews to ensure a safe workspace
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Other related duties as required
Qualifications:
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Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent
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An interest in or knowledge of arena and field facilities maintenance
Assets:
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Experience operating ice resurfacing equipment (Olympia or Zamboni)
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Familiarity with WHMIS, Enviso, or specialized driver safety training
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Experience maintaining diverse sports surfaces like rubber tracks, shale tracks, or artificial turf
Skills required for success:
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Strong customer service and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with facility users and collaborators
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Excellent time management skills to balance maintenance tasks with high-detail cleaning duties
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Ability to work effectively in an independent manner while contributing to a productive team environment
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Ability to understand and execute clear verbal and written instructions and maintain simple records
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Knowledge of safety precautions, hazards, and protective equipment associated with manual labour and facility operations
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Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
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Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
Conditions of Employment:
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Ability to perform heavy manual labour and lift up to 50 lbs with assistance
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Willingness to work under various environmental conditions, including extreme hot/cold temperatures and precipitation
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Compliance with the City of Edmonton’s safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and hearing protection
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Requirements to work shift work, split shifts, and periods of working alone
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Hire is dependent on Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton, and there may be a cost associated with this requirement
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Candidates are required to hold a valid Alberta Class 5driver's licence (or provincial equivalent) or higher. Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
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Possession of current Standard First Aid, CPR-C and AED certifications
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Applicants may be tested
Work Environment:
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This position involves working across various City of Edmonton arenas and sports field facilities. You will experience a vibrant, active environment that moves between indoor ice rinks and outdoor sports fields
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The role requires significant physical effort, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting in environments that can be cold, humid, or dusty
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You will often work independently, handling time-sensitive schedules while interacting directly with diverse groups of community recreation enthusiasts
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Shift work requirements - 0 to 39 hours per week. Shifts may range from 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. Must be available to work Saturdays
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Availability to attend events during the evenings and weekends is required
The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected]. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.
Up to 15 ongoing part-time positions
Hours of Work: Up to 39 hours per week
Salary Range: $25.935 - $34.987 (Hourly)
Recruitment Consultant: PG/RF
Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.
Classification Title: Arena Attendant/Labourer II
Posting Date: Jun 26, 2026
Closing Date: Jul 10 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 15 - Casual Ongoing Part-time
Union : CUPE Local 30
Department: Community Services
Work Location(s): Various Locations Edmonton (City Wide)
