Night Watch & Venue Custodian

Operations Services

Department: Maintenance and Operations

Position: Full Time Permanent

Hourly Compensation: $20.00–$24.00/hr – 40 hrs/week

Shift: Night time - Thursday to Monday – 5:00 pm to 1:00 am

2 x 15min breaks & 30 min dinner

RESPONSIBILITIES (included, But Are Not Limited To)

• Develop and carry out an intermittent building security check schedule and complete a log recording checks.
• Patrol premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.
• Utilize basic mechanical, plumbing, HVAC knowledge to patrol multiple venues including Horse stabling buildings, exterior and interior detecting any irregularities such as water leaks, power issues, sewer back ups, etc., and provide quick resolutions to issues.
• Notifies police, fire department, or other appropriate authority of any situation requiring immediate or prompt attention
• Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of after-hours visitors or contractors to guard against theft and maintain security of premises and evict violators from premises, using force when necessary
• Answer alarms and investigate disturbances.
• Ability to handle emergencies calmly and effectively
• Basic office and log keeping, including some light computer skills·
• Problem-solving skills·
• Follows written and verbal instructions from the maintenance manager or clients.
• Collaborates with the maintenance team and contractors as needed.
• Reads and follows manuals, blueprints, and other written instructions.
• If required, use of equipment, including power tools, hand tools, electric tools, and plumbing tools.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Reliable transportation to and from work and a Class 5 driver’s license
• Comfortable around horses and stabling/barn areas
• High School diploma
• Written and oral communication
• Ability to work in various temperatures
• Strong team approach and willingness to assist others when necessary
• Ability to problem solve and exhibit conflict resolution skills
• Current certificate in Standard First Aid & CPR Level C (Asset)
• Ability to speak a second language fluently (Asset)
  
  

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Work is in a fast-paced work environment. Successful applicants must be willing to work in a variety of different settings, and must work well in both team and individual scenarios. The Spruce Meadows venue operates in all weather conditions, from early mornings into late nights and on weekends.

The Spruce Meadows Mission Statement, the focus of excellent service, the heart and mind of the Southern Family is always at the forefront. This includes but not limited to Spruce Meadows e-mail protocol, quotations, contracts, general correspondence and verbal communications; both in person and via telecommunications (See Spruce Meadows Policy and Procedure Manual, Spruce Meadows Code of Conduct, Spruce Meadows Confidentiality Agreement). – All Spruce Meadows employees are expected to demonstrate and uphold the Spruce Meadows Mission Statement.

APPLYING

If you would be interested in joining our team, please mail, fax or email your resume to:

Spruce Meadows

RE: Night Watch & Venue Custodian

18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW

Calgary, Alberta T2X 4B7

Fax: 403.974.4266

Email: [email protected]

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

No phone calls please.