Facility Operator II

Department and Commission :

Recreation Services, Community Services

Regular Full Time

Outside CUPE Local 905

Replacement

September 11, 2026

September 20, 2026

The City of Markham is consistently ranked among Canada's top municipal employers. In 2026, the City received its sixth consecutive Canada's Best Employers recognition from Forbes and Statista Inc., placing third among municipalities and 15th overall in Government Services. An award winning municipality, Markham is recognized for its leadership in sustainability, innovative urban planning, and strong fiscal management. Serving a diverse and growing community of more than 370,000 residents, Markham combines rich heritage with a vibrant local economy and offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, impactful work that helps strengthen the community we serve.

Reporting to the Community Facility Supervisor, this position is responsible for facility operations maintenance and repair work related to arenas, community centres/halls, pools, change rooms (and cleaning of same) and any other assigned areas. This position oversees the facility to ensure programs/events run as scheduled and is responsible for the security and safety of the facility and its patrons.

• Ensures that the facility is opened and closed at the scheduled times
• Notifies Community Facility Supervisor regarding any staff or facility related issues
• Operates the ice resurfacer (Zamboni, etc.) and other specialized equipment (edger, scissor lift, swing machines, ride on scrubber, etc.) and pool equipment (vacuums, etc.)
• Performs general cleaning/maintenance (i.e. mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, window cleaning, washroom/ dressing room cleaning, snow shoveling, garbage pick-up, detail cleaning, setups and breakdowns of tables and chairs)
• Operates power tools, and cleaning and safety equipment
• Responds to requests from patrons (general public) and other City of Markham staff on a general facility issues and or maintenance requests
• Patrols the building looking for facility problems, safety hazards, or improper departmental operations
• Is responsible for the security of the building
• Ensures that all policies and procedures are being followed by patrons and PT maintenance staff as applicable
• Delegates and assigns job duties to part‑time facility maintenance staff and follows up, as required
• Adheres to corporate initiatives (i.e. recycling, energy management)
• Utilizes computer systems (i.e. Xplor, Outlook, etc.)
• Operates and monitors facility operation systems and records readings
• Assists in the required daily facility and equipment maintenance (i.e. painting, blade changes, etc.) with minimal supervision
• Purchases supplies following department guidelines and submits VISA expenses reports.
• Completes purchase orders as required
• Ensures facility scheduling is 'executed' in a prompt and timely manner
• Assists with training and supervision of part‑time staff
• Seniority based schedule may include days, evenings and weekends

• Three years' experience in recreational facility operations and maintenance
• Experience with associated materials, equipment operations, and maintenance procedures associated with a recreational facility environment
• Secondary School diploma or equivalent
• Experience, working knowledge, demonstrated ability in operating and maintaining a commercial pool and ice arena; submission and maintenance and/or renewal of the following certifications :
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) and,
• Basic Refrigeration Certificate
• Ability to complete basic plumbing, electrical and carpentry
• Current certification in…