Now Hiring: Recreation Facilities Assistant
Do you love sports, recreation and parks? Do you have experience operating equipment, a mechanical aptitude, and a desire to serve the community? You could be just the person we are looking for!
We are currently hiring a Recreation Facilities Assistant for the Town of Altona. This is a full-time, permanent position, and includes evening and weekend shift work in the arena “ice-in” season.
The Recreation Facilities Assistant is responsible for the maintenance of all recreation facilities, including Millennium Exhibition Centre, Altona Aquatic Centre, Gallery in the Park, Altona Centennial Park, Cemeteries, and other various parks and green spaces.
The successful candidate for the Recreation Facilities Assistant position will have the following qualifications and skills:
- Minimum of grade 12 diploma or equivalent
- Experience operating equipment
- Mechanical aptitude
- Pool Operator Certificate and Refrigeration License are assets. We are willing to train the right candidate who does not already possess these certifications.
- Previous trade experience (eg welding, construction, landscaping, carpentry, etc) is an asset
The salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. We thank all that apply; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates being considered will be required to undergo a Criminal Record Check, and Child Abuse Registry check. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your experience and qualifications by May 9, 2025 to:
Sarah Cail
Communications & Human Resources Officer
communications@altona.ca
Phone: (204) 324-6468
Looking for Employment in Altona?
Beyond the desire for beautiful surroundings and room to grow is the basic need to support yourself and your family. If you’re looking for a job, you’ve certainly come to the right place! With an unemployment rate of only 4 percent – one of the lowest in the province – Altona offers a host of job opportunities for nearly every skill or interest.
From business services, agriculture, manufacturing and construction, to retail, health care and education, Altona’s job base is diverse and exciting. With ever-expanding business, industrial and retail sectors, a great job is always just around the corner.
Local job banks such as the Local Job Shop provide a quick way to browse available opportunities, post your resume and connect with prospective employers.
If you want to continue your education or train for a trade or career before you begin your job search, the Rhineland Regional Alternative Education Centre is there to help. Qualified instructors provide programs for adult learners. Red River College and the University of Manitoba also provide post-secondary distance education courses.
If you are seeking employment in conjunction with the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot program, please see the job bank on the SEED website for more information.
Dare to dream. Career opportunities are here for the taking in Altona!
The Town of Altona believes in equal opportunity employment.