Municipal Ice Rink Maintenance Attendant

Work Location: Gore Municipal Park, 45 Cambria Road, Gore, Quebec

Employment Type: Part-time, contractual, on-call

Contract Duration: Winter season, based on the operating period of the municipal ice rink

Position Description

The Municipality of Gore is seeking a reliable and self-motivated individual to maintain the municipal ice rink throughout the winter season. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing the maintenance work required to provide residents with a safe and high-quality skating surface.

This position is on-call and dependent on weather conditions. Working hours will vary according to the maintenance needs of the ice rink.

Main Responsibilities

• Create and maintain the ice surface.
• Flood and resurface the ice as required.
• Clean the ice to ensure a high-quality skating surface.
• Clear snow from the rink and surrounding access areas following snowfall.
• Monitor the overall condition of the ice surface and report any situations requiring attention.
• Safely operate all provided equipment and tools.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for rink users.

Requirements

• Availability to work a variable schedule, including days, evenings, and weekends.
• Good physical condition and ability to work outdoors during the winter season.
• Demonstrated reliability, independence, and punctuality.
• Previous experience in rink maintenance or outdoor labour is considered an asset.

Working Conditions

• Part-time, on-call position.
• Contract valid for the entire municipal ice rink season.
• Variable schedule based on weather conditions and operational requirements.
• Work performed primarily outdoors.

Hourly Wage: $23.69/hour

Interested applicants are invited to submit their résumé to the Municipality of Gore before October 15 at daubry@cantondegore.qc.ca or in person at the Town Hall.

Responsibilities:

Lac Beattie Nature Park is a 300-hectare park managed by the Township of Gore municipality. It features 20 km of trails (10 km for hiking/snowshoeing and 10 km for cross-country skiing). The park also offers six rustic rental units for overnight stays and a 2 km-long lake with kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals. The park employs five staff members (full-time and part-time) and welcomes over 12,000 visitors annually. As part of its mission, the park organizes two trail running events.

The main responsibilities for the Coordinator position are:

• Supervising and coordinating permanent and casual staff, focusing on team collaboration and service quality;
• Planning employee schedules and tasks. Employee duties include: trail and accommodation maintenance; customer service; rental of watercraft and winter equipment; welcoming visitors during special events; parking management; and trail development;
• Managing the reservation system for accommodations and equipment (RESERVOTRON) and the payment system (SQUARE);
• Coordinating park activities and events;
• Managing various communication channels (social media) to promote activities and raise the park's profile;
• Collaborating on the development of recreational tourism offerings at Beattie Park;
• Assisting with budget monitoring;
• Representing the municipality before provincial organizations (PARQ);
• Assisting with grant applications. Requirements:

The successful candidate holds a college or university degree in a relevant field (recreation, tourism, administration, environment, or a related discipline) and has three to five years of experience in operations coordination, personnel management, and the tourism and outdoor recreation sectors.

The ideal candidate demonstrates leadership, autonomy, and excellent organizational skills. They are known for their customer-service mindset, ability to work in the field, and interest in showcasing natural environments.

In addition, the candidate is highly proficient with social media and computer systems and possesses a solid understanding of the outdoor recreation sector in Quebec. A major asset: experience managing a four-season tourist site.

• Valid driver's license
• Bilingual (English/French)

Comments:

The work schedule is 35 hours per week on-site and includes weekends during peak periods (summer and the holiday season).

The salary range is $35.46/hr to $58.52/hr, depending on experience.

The municipality offers attractive benefits to all employees, including health and dental insurance plans, a group RRSP (the employer contributes 5% of the employee's annual salary), and a strong commitment to continuing education.

Contact Julie Boyer before November 6 2026 at 5pm to apply : jboyer@cantondegore.qc.ca. 

Snow Tractor Operator (Snow Blower)

2026-2027 Winter Season

Work Location: Municipal Facilities of the Township of Gore

Employment Type: Full-time seasonal, contractual

Contract Duration: 2026-2027 Winter Season

Schedule: Variable, depending on weather conditions

Position Description

The Township of Gore is seeking an experienced Snow Tractor Operator (Snow Blower) to carry out snow removal operations for municipal facilities during the 2026-2027 winter season.

Under the supervision of municipal management, the successful candidate will be responsible for performing snow removal operations to ensure that municipal buildings, parking lots, access routes, and public facilities remain safe and accessible for residents.

This position requires a high level of availability, as work is performed according to weather conditions and may be required during the day, evening, overnight, on weekends, and on statutory holidays.

A minimum of 35 hours per week is guaranteed for the duration of the contract.

Main Responsibilities

• Operate a tractor equipped with a snow blower to clear snow from municipal properties and facilities.
• Remove snow from parking lots, access roads, and traffic areas around municipal buildings.
• Ensure snow removal at the municipal park, community centre, Town Hall, and any other designated municipal facilities.
• Manually remove snow from entrances, stairways, sidewalks, and pedestrian access areas using a shovel or other appropriate equipment.
• Clear snow from the community centre stairs, Town Hall entrances, municipal park entrance, and any other areas requiring manual snow removal.
• Apply sand, salt, or other de-icing materials when required.
• Carry out basic maintenance and cleaning of equipment used.
• Comply with occupational health and safety standards and procedures.
• Perform any other related duties associated with snow removal operations.

Requirements

• Relevant experience operating tractors, snow blowers, or similar snow removal equipment.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Availability at all times as required by weather conditions.
• Good physical condition and ability to perform outdoor manual labour during the winter season.
• Demonstrated reliability, independence, and punctuality.
• Strong commitment to quality workmanship and safety.
• Knowledge of the Gore area is considered an asset.

Working Conditions

• Seasonal contract for the 2026-2027 winter season.
• Guaranteed 35 hours per week.
• Variable schedule based on snowfall and weather conditions.
• Day, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday work as required.
• Work performed primarily outdoors in winter conditions.

Salary: Starting at $28.65 per hour, based on experience.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their résumé to the Township of Gore no later than October 15, 2026, to Dominique Aubry at daubry@cantondegore.qc.ca or to drop off their résumé at Town Hall.