Job Description

DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation
STATUS: Regular Full-Time
NO. OF POSITIONS: One
UNION: CUPE, Local 387
HOURS OF WORK: 35 hours per week
SALARY: $27.30 – $31.95 per hour
plus benefits

Join our dynamic team at the təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre, a state of the art facility designed for flexibility, accessibility, and sustainability.

Responsibilities:
• Perform pool maintenance tasks such as performing pool chemistry tests, backwashing filters, vacuuming and diagnosing filtration systems for optimal pool operation.
• Maintain cleanliness in change rooms, fitness areas, offices, and natatorium spaces through diligent janitorial tasks.
• Enhance building security and engage with the public courteously to elevate customer experiences.
• Collaborate within a diverse team to achieve organizational objectives across various facilities.

Qualifications:
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
• Courteous and effective communication with the public, groups, and facility users.
• Demonstrate the ability to observe equipment, report malfunctions, and follow instructions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient in janitorial methods, materials, tools, and equipment.
• Strong computer skills; Microsoft Office knowledge is an asset.
• Motivated to learn the newest methods of pool operations, with a holistic approach to building management
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working with minimal supervision.

Education and experience:
• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Ideal candidates will have Pool Operator 1 and 2 certifications.
• Building Service Worker certificate preferred.
• Possess a working knowledge of pool water filtration, heating and disinfection systems.
• Must be able to pass and maintain a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check.

Additional Information:
• The successful candidates must be flexible to work various schedules and accept assignments at different facilities based on operational needs.
• Applications must attach a copy of the required certifications to their applications.

Overview of təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre

A state-of-the-art facility featuring:
• Sustainability achievements: Zero Carbon Building standard, LEED Gold certification.
• Leisure and lap pools, hot pools, diving boards, steam room, and sauna.
• Revolutionary inBlue pool drum filtration system for improved water and air quality with reduced energy and water consumption.
• Fitness area, two gymnasiums, cycle studio, and multi-purpose rooms.
• Childcare facility, wellness programs, and a café.

Apply now to be part of our team and contribute to the success of this innovative facility!

Apply by sending your cover letter and resume in one document at www.newwestcity.ca/employment by June 28, 2024.

To support a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community; women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversity of our workforce, are encouraged to express their interest.
New Westminster is on the unceded and unsurrendered land of the Halq’eméylem-speaking peoples. ` It is acknowledged by the City that colonialism has made invisible their histories and connections to the land. We are learning and building relationships with the people whose lands we are on.
We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

Required languages: English

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Closest intersection: 6th Ave & McBride Blvd