Description
The Olympic Oval in the Faculty of Kinesiology is currently seeking a Full-time Regular Facility Operation Support.
The Olympic Oval is the premier Winter Olympic legacy facility from the 1988 Winter Olympic Games as part of the University of Calgary's Faculty of Kinesiology. The facility provides programs and services for a number of local, national, and international stakeholders and is home to high performance athletes, world-class high performance programs, and excellent research. The Oval provides a dynamic environment for Faculty of Kinesiology programs including Dino Athletics, Active Living, and various Faculty courses and research initiatives. The Olympic Oval brings international recognition to the University of Calgary through the hosting of major international world class events, the training of Olympic athletes, and ongoing development of high performance programs. Additionally, the Olympic Oval is recognized locally as a major part of the Calgary community providing public skating, events and bookable spaces for various public user groups and entities.
The Facility Operation Support reports to the Olympic Ova's Maintenance Supervisor. The work requires a high level of physical demand in maintaining the facilities. This position requires the ability to think and react quickly in emergency situations, and at times can be a highly stressful position. During peak competition season (October-March), volume of work increases substantially. Emphasis is placed on building mechanical operation, maintaining and operating mechanical systems. The position requires independent decision making that can have a significant impact on the facility, ensuring that events and programs operate co-operatively and efficiently.
This is a regular full time (37.5 hours per week) shift work AUPE position with a variable work schedule, including evening and weekend hours, and possible overtime.
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
Qualifications / Requirements:
Application Deadline: October 22, 2024
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Trades Job Family, Phase 1.
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About the University of Calgary
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