Arena Services Worker

This position works in the Facilities Management – Recreation Facilities organizational unit. This is combined technical, operational and building service work performed on an assigned shift in year-round multipurpose sports arenas and food service outlets. The work includes performing routine repairs and minor maintenance duties on refrigeration and ice making equipment; performing unskilled and semi-skilled building maintenance and janitorial tasks; enforcing arena rules and regulations and supporting program service delivery.

Considerable independence of judgment and action is exercised within established practices and procedures, with performance reviewed by a supervisor for technical adequacy, conformance to established practices and ability to meet time schedules. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include up to high school graduation plus completion of technical courses leading to an Ice Facility Operator’s Certificate plus sound related experience in ice‑making operations and building services work or an equivalent combination of training and experience. You will have considerable knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in ice‑making and refrigeration operations; and sound knowledge of the materials, methods, tools and equipment used in janitorial and building maintenance work.

As an Arena Services Worker, you will have the ability to operate ice‑making, refrigeration, and surfacing and cleaning equipment, and perform routine repairs and minor maintenance duties. You will also have the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with staff and the public, and to deal tactfully and firmly with groups and individuals to ensure observance of rules and regulations along with having skill in the use and care of a variety of tools and equipment used in the work.

A Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia, Ice Facility Operator’s Certificate, and a St. John’s Emergency First Aid are required. Please note that a Police Information Check may be required for this position.

The closing date for this competition has been extended until it is filled. New applications are welcome!

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at  We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years.

We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.