Skating Rink Maintenance Man



Job Details

Skating Rink Maintenance Man
Employer

City of Springfield

Location

CPKM-Park Cyr Arena

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

01064

Department

Parks & Recreation

Opening Date

01/01/2017

Position Purpose/Summary

*Please note that this is a Civil Service position. This position is not currently open, should there become an opening we will hire off of the list of applicants starting with the oldest application date.*

APPLICATION FOR CITY OF SPRINGFIELD LABOR SERVICE
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of filing application. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The name of an applicant will remain on the Labor Service register for the job title which he or she is registered for a period of not more than 5 years from the date of registration, subject to a renewal of registration as provided in Section 28, Chapter 31 of the General Laws, and subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of the Civil Service law and rules.

Responsible for the performance of manual labor tasks of a specialized nature requiring the application of skills and knowledge ordinarily acquired on the job, as well as the exercise of considerable physical strength and endurance. Work is performed under supervision of an employee of higher grade who assigns work, maintains production, and provides supervisory advice and assistance. Supervision may be exercised over other employees.
 

Essential Functions

  • Performs a variety of skilled tasks in constructing, repairing, and maintaining skating rink facilities, tennis courts, swimming pools, and related buildings and structures.
  • Assists in painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, sheet metal work, steamfitting, and other trades.
  • Maintains restrooms, replaces lights, and performs janitorial duties.
  • Operates Zamboni ice resurfacing machine in a skating rink during assigned shifts to prepare ice surfaces for skating.
  • Enforces rules of rink, maintains security of building during youth activities.
  • Oversees on occasion monies collected with responsibility for night deposits.
  • Monitors ice-making equipment, gauges proper temperatures; secures protective barriers; performs other related manual duties assigned necessary to efficient ice skating operations.
  • Oversees skating area during public skating sessions.
  • Repairs damaged boards, broken seats of benches, ice surfaces, and related structures in the skating rink.
  • Repairs and maintains tennis courts and swimming pools, and performs other laboring duties during the skating rink off season.
  • Supervises on occasion skate guards and part-time employees.
  • Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Working knowledge of the use of tools, equipment, and materials commonly employed in work performed.
  • Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in work performed.
  • Ability to understand and follow oral instructions.
  • Working knowledge in the operation of a Zamboni ice resurfacing machine.
  • Working knowledge of the operation of a skating rink facility, skating rink, swimming pool, and tennis court structures and their maintenance.
  • Ability to deal effectively and courteously with the public.
  • Ability to supervise the work of other employees.

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience of at least one year in a skating rink.

NOTICE: The following benefits are contingent upon hours worked and bargaining vs. non-bargaining agreements.

Medical/Dental/ Vision
75% City Subsidized
All health insurance plans include Dental and Vision

Retirement
Available to employees working 20+ hours per week

Paid Vacation
Bargaining unit positions are subject to contractual obligations.

Paid Holidays
All City employees receive 11 paid holidays per year.

Paid Sick Time
Full time employees are immediately eligible to begin accruing 1 1/4 days per month which can be taken after 6 months of service. Unused sick days can be rolled over to subsequent calendar years. Supplemental Long Term and Short disability coverage is available to employees at the employee cost.

Paid Personal Days
Use up to 3 of your accrued sick days as Personal days. Personal days cannot be rolled over into the next calendar year.

Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
A means for eligible employees to balance work and family responsibilities by taking unpaid leave for authorized reasons.

Training
On the job and instructor led courses available

Employee Assistance Program
Free, confidential and personal assistance to employees and their families to resolve issues that affect their personal lives as well as job performance.

Direct Deposit
Easy, convenient, and free!

01
Have you ever served in the United States armed forces during wartime as defined by Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 4, Section 7, Clause 43 as amended by the Acts of 2003 effective August 30, 2004? If yes attach a copy of your form DD214 under the attachments section.
  • Yes
  • No
02
Are you the unremarried spouse or parent of a veteran who died from a service-connected disability incurred in wartime service?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Select the types of work options you are looking for.
  • Permanent
  • Temporary
  • Part-time
  • Intermittent
  • Full-time
04
Are you a current resident of the City of Springfield?
  • Yes
  • No
05
Are you willing to relocate to Springfield?
  • Yes
  • No
06
For the position that you are applying for, do you have at least one year of experience in related work within the 10 year period immediately prior to filing this application?
  • Yes
  • No
07
All communication for this position will be done through email, are you applying with a valid email address?
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
City of Springfield
Address
36 Court St

Springfield, Massachusetts, 01103
Phone
413-787-6019

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