Emera Oval Skate Sharpener

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for several casual positions of Skate Sharpener for winter skating programs at the Emera Oval. 

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons.  Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

Skate Sharpener positions will work as part of a team of skating ambassadors of HRM’s Emera Oval facility.  Skate Sharpeners will monitor use of all skates and ensure all equipment is safe and in good working condition. Skate Sharpeners will be required to ensure that the Emera Oval provides a safe, fun and festive atmosphere for skating activities and events.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitors and ensures all hockey/figure skates are in safe working condition
• Sharpens hockey/figure skates
• Manages equipment and sharpening schedule in a logistical manner

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:

• Previous experience sharpening skates an asset
• Trained to sharpen skates specifically on our equipment or willing to do so
• Applicants must have current certification in Intermediate First Aid CPR Level B or willing to obtain by December 20, 2026
• Applicants must be willing to obtain WHMIS training
• Applicants must attend an orientation/training dates
• Proficient and confident ice skater would be an asset 

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively with other staff
• Takes an enthusiastic approach
• Stamina to stand for 3-4 hours
• Ability to lift and move up to 20lbs
• Balancing, bending, climbing, kneeling, reaching above shoulders and sitting

Security Clearance Requirements: Selected applicants must complete an employment screening check, including a Child Abuse Registry Check and a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search to be completed by December 20, 2026

Please note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.

COMPETENCIES:  Communication, Teamwork and Cooperation, Valuing Diversity

WORK STATUS:  Casual, part-time hourly

HOURS OF WORK: Seasonal; December to March. Number of weeks and hours per week will depend on the Oval operational schedule and participant levels. The Oval may be closed, or staff hours reduced due to weather or poor conditions, construction delays, site damage, and/or low participation levels. Skate Sharpeners will not be paid if attendance at work is not required due to the above noted conditions.

SALARY:  $21.00 per hour  (non-union) plus 4% vacation pay
 
WORK LOCATION:  Emera Oval, 5775 Cogswell Street, Halifax

CLOSING DATE:  Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on Sunday, October 18, 2026.

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request accommodation.  Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) and who require accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Recruiter when invited to the assessment process.