Senior Skate Patrol (Part Time)

Position Type:

Part Time (Defined) (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Closing Date:

August 23, 2026

Salary/Wage Range:

$23.31 - $29.14

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Type of Vacancy

Existing Vacancy

Hours of Work

Up to 27.5 hours per week

Contract Length

September 2026 – March 2027

Department

Recreation, Community & Culture

Location

This position is required to work in person at various sites across the city.  Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Coordinator/Manager, the Senior Skate Patrol will supervise and maintain a safe, enjoyable environment for all users.

Responsibilities

Senior Skate Patrol is responsible for ice safety during recreational and hockey drop-in programming; performing on-site supervision and administration duties; creating positive relationships with patrons while ensuring adherence to skate program rules; enforcing policies and regulations for the skating facilities, oversee program logistics (set up, take down etc.); check safety of equipment and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at lease 16 years of age

• Hold a current Intermediate First Aid CPR C

• Supervise participants and maintain complete vigilance to minimize risks, and be ready to respond at all times

• Maintain a safe, enjoyable, and inclusive program environment for all participants by educating and enforcing program rules

• Ensure all participants are equipped with proper personal protective equipment (e.g. helmet) when required

• Provide a high level of front line customer service including greeting and engaging participants

• Communicate with participants in regards to accident prevention

• Address and resolve complaints and on-ice issues

• Complete administrative duties in a timely manner (e.g. incident/accident reports)

• Report all concerns, accidents, and incidents to Coordinator/Supervisor  

• Attend meetings/training as required

• Monitor the use of equipment and supplies, conduct inventory counts and re-stock as needed

Accommodations

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at: [email protected] if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Note to Applicants:

We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.