Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Reporting to the Curling Manager or designate, the Head Curling Ice Technician is responsible for but not limited to the production and maintenance of the curling ice. This includes surface preparation, painting and sponsor logo install, ice preparation for league or bonspiel play as well as proper rock conditioning and maintenance. Moreover, you will be a part of a team to ensure the safety and security of the facility, upkeep of cleaning  standards, and provide a positive work environment work with other employees but with the customers too.  

This role pays an annual salary of $50,000-$60,000 CAD

Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Pension matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays)

This position will remain open until November 28, 2025.

Located in southwestern Saskatchewan, the Temple Gardens Centre and the Moose Jaw Curling Centre opened in August 2011. The Moose Jaw Curling Centre is an 8 sheet facility and features a large lower lobby, locker rooms and a spacious Original 16 Founders lounge overlooking the ice surface. The Moose Jaw Curling entre is located within the Temple Gardens Centre a sports and entertainment facility featuring an entertainment/sports bowl, distinct meeting areas.   

• Oversees and maintains the curling facility in the areas of ice maintenance
• Performs regular ice making and maintenance duties. 
• Ensures quality ice surface and a safe curling rink environment is maintained for patrons. 
• Assists in the annual start up activities including but not limited to: maintenance and ice making operations (i.e. servicing the refrigeration plant, preparation of the floor, walkways etc, flooding, ice painting, line installation, circle scribing and painting 
• Shaves, pebbles, and sweeps the ice areas. 
• Provide ongoing maintenance, cleaning and care of curling rocks and other curling assets.  
• Cleans, vacuums and maintenance on “ice side” 
• Plans and implements ice maintenance program for the curling facility  
• Monitors to ensure maintenance and ice making standards are maintained and adjustments are made. 
• Will conduct an end of season shutdown, cleaning, repairs and maintenance  
• Adheres to all policy and safety guidelines as outlined in policy and procedure manuals. 
• Keeps Curling Club Manager or designate informed on all aspects of the facility/maintenance operation. 
• Assist with the transition of the space to and from non curling events if required 
• Assist with changing draws schedules 
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule 
• Able to work independently and under minimal supervision 
• Respond immediately to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.) and customer concerns. 
• Responsible for filling out daily check lists and safety inspection reports of equipment 
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS/FUNCTIONS:  

• Recognized record of success within curling ice operations 
• Minimum of Canadian Curling Association Level 1 Curling Ice Technician’s Certification 
• CCA training and industry certification 
• Saskatchewan Refrigeration Operator’s Certification is not mandatory but is preferred for the position  
• WHIMIS certification 
• First Aid and Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation certification. 
• Must possess a valid driver’s license. 
• Training and experience in the installation of ice sheets and  demonstrated experience in preparing the playing surface 
• Experience in installing decals into the ice - as well as removing them at the end of the season, employing required storage techniques.  

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Work closely with other departments to ensure operational requirements are met. 
• Deal courteously, effectively and tactfully with the general public and building vendors to offer the best customer experience possible. 
• Make sound, logical decisions by choosing appropriate courses of action based on available information. 
• Primary contact during operating hours to meet the goals and objectives of the curling operations. 

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.