Employment Opportunities

As employees of the Town of Oxbow, we are proud of our community and we look for ways to make a difference. We enjoy a workplace that strives for excellence, innovation, and opportunities for growth.  

Current positions:


RECREATION FACILITIES OPERATOR

The Oxbow & District Recreation Board is seeking a full-time Recreation Operator to provide hands-on property management, maintenance, and caretaking duties for six town-owned recreation facilities including the Arena, Bow Valley Park, and Bow Valley Trails. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Property/facility maintenance and caretaking duties for six town-owned recreation facilities -Oxbow Arena, Oxbow Swimming Pool, Oxbow Memorial Hall & Tennis Courts, Bow Valley Park & Bow Valley Trails, and the Ralph Allen Museum, and Oxbow Branch of SE Regional Library.
  • Aid in the coordination of facility projects.
  • Aid in the coordination of volunteers for large projects.
  • Aid in Facility Booking and recreation program registration.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Recreation Facility Manager

Preference will be given to applicants that possess the following:

  • Valid Class 5 Driver’s license; must provide own vehicle.
  • 1 to 3 years of general carpentry, mechanical, and plumbing experience.
  • Demonstrated facility maintenance experience.
  • Excellent computer skills
  • Ability to work independently with minimal oversight and direction, as well as part of a team environment. Demonstrate a cooperative attitude with management, staff, partners, and residents. 
  • Effective written and oral communication skills. 
  • Ability to work in all weather and lift over 50 pounds.
  • The following Certifications or willing to obtain:
  • Boiler Ticket                                               - Refrigeration Plant
  • Operator Certification                            - Confined Space/TDG/WHMIS
  • Building Maintenance Level 1             - Arena Operator Level 1 and 2
  • Pool Operator                                            - First Aid and CPR
  • Occupational Health and Safety Training Levels 1 and 2

 

This position offers a competitive salary based on qualifications, employee benefits package, and pension plan.  This position is flexible/variable hours at 40 hours a week (2,80 hours per year).

Applicants are invited to submit a resume with a cover letter and a minimum of two references to:

 

Town of Oxbow
Attn: Recreation Manager
319 Main street
Box 149
Oxbow, SK S0C 2B0
Email: rec.manager@oxbow.ca

 

*Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been selected.