Municipality of Leamington

<p><strong>Career Opportunity –</strong> <strong>Internal/External Posting</strong></p>
<p><strong>Facility Attendant</strong></p>
<p><strong>Community Services</strong></p>
<h1><strong>Closing Date:</strong></h1>
<p>Applications must be received by 11:59 PM, Thursday, October 18, 2026.</p>
<h1><strong>Position Summary:</strong></h1>
<p>Reporting to the Facility Supervisor, the Facility Attendant supports the safe, clean, efficient, and customer-focused operation of the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre. Responsibilities include facility cleaning and maintenance; operating, caring for, and safely storing equipment; pool and ice maintenance; event setup; and grounds maintenance. The Facility Attendant will ensure equipment is appropriately placed, set up, and relocated to meet operational and client needs.</p>
<h1><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></h1>
<ul>
<li>Provide courteous, professional customer service and maintain positive interactions with patrons, user groups, staff, and members of the public.</li>
<li>Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming facility through daily cleaning and maintenance of all areas, including floors, locker rooms, washrooms, public areas, garbage receptacles, equipment, and other assigned spaces.</li>
<li>Conduct routine inspections and identify, report, and address facility deficiencies, hazards, and maintenance requirements in a timely manner.</li>
<li>Complete assigned daily, weekly, and monthly inspection checklists, maintenance records, work orders, and operational logs.</li>
<li>Operate, inspect, clean, maintain, and properly store maintenance equipment, tools, machinery, and supplies in accordance with training, manufacturer instructions, and municipal procedures.</li>
<li>Perform seasonal exterior maintenance, including snow and ice removal from primary walkways, entrances, and emergency exits during winter months.</li>
<li>Assist with special events and facility bookings, including the setup, relocation, and takedown of tables, chairs, sports equipment, and other required furnishings or equipment.</li>
<li>Perform grounds maintenance duties, including litter and debris removal, garbage collection, weeding, and occasional tree and shrub trimming.</li>
<li>Perform pool maintenance duties, including water testing, chemical readings and additions, filter backwashing, recordkeeping, and pool logbook updates, in accordance with applicable legislation, standards, procedures, and training.</li>
<li>Perform ice maintenance duties, including flooding, ice repair, and other related tasks required to maintain safe and high-quality ice conditions for patrons.</li>
<li>Perform janitorial duties as assigned by the Facility Supervisor or designate.</li>
<li>Respond promptly and appropriately to emergencies, incidents, and customer concerns, and participate in all applicable emergency response and safety procedures.</li>
<li>Maintain a safe working environment for patrons, employees, contractors, and visitors.</li>
<li>Comply with applicable provincial and municipal legislation, including the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, as well as the Municipality’s Records and Information Management Program.</li>
<li>Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, applicable regulations, and the Municipality’s Health and Safety Program.</li>
<li>Perform other related duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<h1><strong>Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills:</strong></h1>
<ul>
<li><p>Must have a secondary school diploma or equivalent certificate (GED).</p>
</li>
<li><p>Must possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class ‘G’ Driver’s Licence as a condition of employment.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Previous janitorial or facility-cleaning experience is required.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Ability and willingness to obtain the following certifications within a timeframe established by the Municipality:</p>
</li>
<li><p>Certified Pool Operator;</p>
</li>
<li><p>Working at Heights;</p>
</li>
<li><p>Zamboni operation certification or municipal-approved training.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Ice Maintenance Technician certification.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Basic First Aid/CPR-C with AED certification.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Strong communication, customer service, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, multi-use recreation facility.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Ability to safely perform physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, bending, and working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Refrigeration experience is an asset.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Experience working in a multi-purpose recreation facility is an asset.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Successful completion of the Ontario Recreation Facilities Association (ORFA) Basic Arena Refrigeration Course is an asset.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<h1><strong>Hours of Work and Working Conditions:</strong></h1>
<p>40 hours per week. Evening and weekend shifts are a requirement of the position.</p>
<h1><strong>Employee Group:</strong></h1>
<h1>Union – Teamsters Local 879</h1>
<h1><strong>How to Apply:</strong></h1>
<p>Interested candidates must apply online through our website, leamington.ca/careers .</p>
<p>We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selected applicants will be subject to an interview process and skills testing to determine eligibility.</p>
<p>We are pleased to accommodate any individual needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation throughout the hiring process, please contact Human Resources 519-326-5761 ext. 1112 to make your needs known in advance.</p>
<p>Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, R.S.O. c45 and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about the collection of this information can be directed to the Manager of Legislative Services/Clerk, Municipality of Leamington, 111 Erie Street North, Leamington, Ontario, N8H 2Z9, Telephone: 519-326-5761</p>


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