Town of Cochrane posting casual Arena Maintenance 1 job; deadline Oct. 8

The Town of Cochrane is accepting applications for a casual/spare Arena Maintenance 1 position in its Community Services department, with a deadline of 3 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026.

The posting outlines work tied to the day-to-day operation of local recreation facilities and other municipal buildings, including arena-related duties in winter and maintenance work at outdoor and town sites in warmer months.

According to the job posting, the position reports to the manager of Community Services and pays $29.74 to $31.12 per hour, with “4% benefits in lieu.” The town also lists benefits and a defined benefit pension. Shifts are described as day and evening.

The town describes the role as maintaining and repairing municipal properties in Cochrane, including general labourer duties and “project management of assigned activities.” The job requires compliance with Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act and calls for open communication with supervisors.

Core duties listed in the posting include preparing and maintaining arena and outdoor ice surfaces during winter, operating ice-resurfacing equipment, and completing daily checks and maintenance on refrigeration plant equipment.

Outside the winter season, responsibilities include seasonal setup and repairs, ongoing maintenance at summer recreation facilities, and support for special events. Work areas named in the posting include the waterfront, municipal parks, and sports fields and courts.

Other duties include general maintenance of recreational equipment, janitorial work in areas such as washrooms and dressing rooms, and shovelling snow at main entrances and exit doors. The posting also lists general maintenance work at town facilities including the Public Works Garage, Town Hall and Cochrane Day Care.

Minimum qualifications include a Grade 12 education and a satisfactory criminal record check before starting work. The town lists Ice Technician Certification and Certified Pool Operator as assets, along with a valid Class “DZ” driver’s licence or willingness to obtain one.

Applicants must be available for emergencies (“within reason”), be prepared to work during inclement weather, and work extended hours or shifts when required, according to the posting.