Operations Internship

Job Description

Job Description

Canlan Sports is the largest private sector operator and developer of recreational sports complexes in North America. The company's success in the recreation-entertainment & hospitality industry is attributed to a combination of innovative programming, service delivery leadership and world-class sports complexes. We understand our customers’ need for service excellence and are committed to it.

This role is currently vacant.

Job Summary

Join Canlan Sports as an Operations Intern and embark on a dynamic learning experience within the largest private-sector owner and operator of recreational sports complexes in North America. Under the guidance of the Operations Manager / General Manager, you'll actively contribute to the daily operations of our facilities, gaining hands-on exposure to tasks such as ice maintenance, facility repairs, scheduling, and staff supervision. This internship offers a unique opportunity to develop practical skills in a fast-paced sports and recreation environment, providing a solid foundation for a future career in operations management. If you're a motivated and team-oriented individual with a passion for facility management, we invite you to apply and be a part of shaping industry-leading participant experiences.

Accountabilities

Facility Maintenance Support :

Assist in performing maintenance tasks in compliance with local building and fire codes.

Support ice maintenance tasks, including Engo operation, edger operation, ice depth measurement, ice chopping / spudding, leveling the ice, and ice painting.

Repair and Maintenance :

Assist in executing maintenance and repair tasks for facility fixtures and components.

Provide support for minor electrical, plumbing, drywall repairs, painting, dasher board system repair, arena glass replacement, and hockey net refurbishing.

Computer Skills Development :

Learn and develop proficient computer skills in Ameresco Asset Planner.

Groundskeeping :

Assist in maintaining cleanliness and safety of entrances, grounds, and parking lots.

Support property and grounds cleanup, grass cutting, edging, seasonal snow and debris removal, and re-lamping of rinks or other fixtures.

Equipment Maintenance :

Assist in performing minor maintenance on facility and ice maintenance equipment.

Support safety checks, cleaning, waxing, blade changes, greasing, oil changes, and other equipment maintenance tasks.

Record Keeping :

Maintain appropriate checklists, records, and reports related to utility readings, equipment safety checks, janitorial checklists, and other operational tasks.

Ice Plant Monitoring :

Learn to monitor the ice plant regularly and take appropriate actions for safe operation.

Assist in maintaining logs with readings and notes related to oil charge, drain oil, brine / glycol addition, testing for minor ammonia leaks, condenser water level adjustments, and other relevant tasks.

Abilities, Attributes and Experience

Must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary program that requires completion of a co-op, internship, or work-integrated learning credit..

Valid driver’s license.

Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Approachable and team-oriented with excellent communication skills.

Demonstrated mechanical aptitude (preferred).

Trade or janitorial experience is an advantage.

Organized, self-motivated, and proactive.

• Must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary program that requires a co-op credit.
• This is an unpaid internship with the opportunity to receive a stipend upon successful completion of the internship.

NOTE : Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, provincial, and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices.As part of our recruitment and hiring practices, we may use AI-based tools to assist in the initial screening and assessment of applications. All final hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

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