In Whitby, we are dedicated to our work, our community, and each other. We work hard, we have fun, and we celebrate our successes.
The Town of Whitby is a community in transformation that is located in the heart of Durham Region in the eastern Greater Toronto Area. Whitby is the second-largest municipality in the region and one of the fastest-growing communities in Canada. Located on Lake Ontario and only an hour east of Toronto, the population of Whitby is expected to grow from 140,000 to more than 200,000 by 2031. Whitby’s Official Plan has been updated to establish new directions for Whitby’s planned growth and development; the protection of our natural and built environments; urban design intensification; sustainability; community improvement; and, new employment within this time frame.
The Town of Whitby combines a small town atmosphere with the sophistication and amenities of a larger urban centre. Whitby boasts two beautiful heritage downtowns, one of the finest recreational harbours with an award-winning marina, year round sports and recreation activities, parks, trails, and a robust arts and culture scene, all of which are part of the extraordinary amenities that Whitby residents enjoy every day.
Whitby has an exciting and aspiring future, with a community that is welcoming, growing and transforming. On our team, you can expect to make a difference through your work and have a direct impact on shaping our growing community. Creating an inclusive environment where employees experience job satisfaction and have rewarding careers is important to us. We live our values and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, respect and engagement where people enjoy coming to work.
The Town of Whitby is a hybrid organization. This means staff are empowered to do their best work from various locations, as appropriate for the position.
We want to be the preferred employer for the most talented people who care about the Town of Whitby, and are excited and proud to serve our vibrant community.
Let’s grow together.
The successful candidate will have a positive impact on our corporate culture by demonstrating the Town’s CARE core values (Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Engaged) through daily interactions with individuals at all levels of the organization, external contacts and elected officials.
By effectively building positive rapport and relationships both internally and externally, the successful candidate will help us achieve our mission that together we deliver services that make a difference in our community.
Reporting to the Supervisor of Facilities (Arenas) and the Attendant I - Maintenance is responsible for:
Performing routine facility cleaning in all public washrooms, changerooms, and common areas and ensuring facilities are safe and user friendly for patrons;
Performing maintenance of ice surfaces such as flooding, edging, painting lines;
Operation of an ice resurfacing machine, light motorized vehicles and other related equipment;
Perform ice plant and pool readings up to TSSA and Department of Health regulations including maintaining accurate records/logbooks as required to ensure compliance with standards and procedures;
Maintaining pool and water filtration system;
Perform ice plant and pool readings up to TSSA and Department of Health regulations including keeping a logbook;
Set up and/or tear down of facility spaces according to booking schedules;
Maintain cleanliness, and safety of exterior areas of the facilities including emptying garbage receptacles, snow removal and salting;
Responding to public and staff inquiries, providing assistance;
Providing direction, training, and advice to part-time facilities staff; and,
Assisting in other duties as required.
Our Community Services team is looking for a self-motivated, solutions-oriented team member. You convey your thoughts clearly and concisely. You listen attentively and ask questions for clarification and understanding. Using sound judgment, you demonstrate tact, diplomacy and sound discretion when working with the public.
You’re always happy to learn new things and to help build a working environment that encourages and cultivates new ideas. You foster a collaborative team environment among co-workers, and work well both independently and as part of a team.
Completion of Ontario Secondary School Diploma;
At least twelve (12) months of related experience in recreation facility, Arena and/or Pool maintenance and operation;
Certified Pool Operator (CPO) from a recognized organization, in good standing, is required; (you will be asked to provide copies of certifications)
Basic Refrigeration; and Safe Ice Resurfacer Operator from a recognized organization, maintained in good standing, is required; (you will be asked to provide copies of certifications)
Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification, in good standing;
Working knowledge of refrigeration plant and facility operations, pools, and associated equipment and maintenance procedures;
Demonstrated customer service and interpersonal skills and ability to deal courteously and effectively with user groups, general public and program participants;
A valid Class “G” Driver’s License, maintained in good standing;
A valid, satisfactory police criminal record check to work with the vulnerable sector.
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You will be requested to provide proof of CPO, Basic Refrigeration and Safe Ice Resurfacer Operator certifications during the recruitment process.
Salary Range/Hourly rate:
$24.73 - $27.52
Hybrid information:
Frontline
Hours:
Flex hours, including days, evenings and weekends (maximum of 24 hours per week).
Closing Date:
July 15, 2026
Vacancy Statement: Unless specifically stated, all job postings at the Town of Whitby are to fill existing vacancies within our organization.
AI Disclosure: The Town of Whitby confirms that artificial intelligence (AI) will not be used in the screening, assessment, or selection process for this position.
Our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Antiracism
At the Town of Whitby, we view holistic inclusion as the pathway to achieving healthy relationships, inclusive excellence and fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We acknowledge our history—the good and the bad, promote social justice and address discrimination and inequities. We strive to create a workplace that encourages you to always bring your authentic self to work.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Town of Whitby is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accommodation
The Town of Whitby is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request.
We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
