SUMMARY

Reporting to the superintendent of recreational facilities, the incumbent performs a range of general maintenance tasks at the Aquatic and Sports Centre; ensures the proper operation of equipment and water-quality control; enforces policies, procedures and public safety in line with established safety measures; and collaborates with user groups.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform general maintenance of indoor areas (main entrance, washrooms, locker rooms, meeting rooms, offices, storage areas, etc.)
• Clear entrances of snow and debris
• Clean and disinfect deck surfaces, the non-submerged edges of pools, return-water grates and filters
• Vacuum the pool floor with specialized equipment
• Set up activity areas according to established requirements
• Check and ensure the operation of pool water-quality control equipment
• Calculate chemical concentration levels in the pool
• Clean and inspect the slide and boat mechanisms
• Take water samples, check water temperature and adjust control systems to standards
• Store equipment and materials used by bathers and staff
• Maintain, repair and inspect equipment and tools
• Apply lock-out procedures for equipment and tools
• Keep a daily log of water condition and temperature, as well as products used
• Handle and store chemicals
• Follow Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) procedures
• Ensure that the public complies with policies and procedures established by the leisure and recreation department
• Ensure the safety of staff and the public when facilities, equipment and tools are in use
• Perform any other related tasks associated with the smooth running of activities

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Certification

• Pool Operator certificate

Driver’s licence

• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence

Experience

• Two (2) years’ experience maintaining a recreational facility
• Considerable experience working with the public

Skills

• Good communication skills in French and English
• Ability to communicate, listen well and interact easily with people in general
• Initiative, discernment and ability to prioritize
• Ability to work under pressure, independently, as part of a team, and without ongoing supervision
• Ability to quickly assess situations
• Versatility and availability
• Ability to operate equipment and tools
• Positive attitude with respect to the interests of the municipality and the community in general
• Ability to perform the manual skills required of the work requested
• Physical ability to do the work assigned
• Punctuality and regular attendance
• Good past record of job performance
• Respect for the City of Dieppe’s confidentiality rules and organizational values

WORK SCHEDULE

• Forty (40) hours per week (various shifts - day, evening and weekend)

SALARY

• Salary is $28.82 per hour, as per CUPE Local 4679 collective agreement.