The Dawson Creek Curling Club is seeking a Head Ice Technician for the 2026–27 season.

This seasonal leadership position is responsible for all aspects of curling ice installation, maintenance, and removal within our dedicated 8-sheet facility. The successful candidate will work closely with the General Manager, volunteers, and City arena staff to ensure high-quality ice conditions throughout the season.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead annual ice installation and spring ice removal
• Maintain playing surfaces through scraping, pebbling, nipping, flooding, and ongoing ice management
• Monitor ice conditions and make adjustments to optimize performance
• Maintain curling stones and ice-making equipment
• Support bonspiels, league play, school programs, and special events
• Maintain daily ice records and communicate operational needs

What Makes This Position Unique:

• Dedicated 8-sheet curling facility
• Average 25–30 hour work week outside of bonspiels and installation/removal periods
• Experienced volunteer installation and removal crew
• Retired former Head Ice Technician available for consultation and support
• City-operated refrigeration plant maintained by arena and engineering staff
• Dedicated RO water system targeting near 0 TDS water quality
• Established leagues, bonspiels, and operating procedures

Season Overview:

• Installation begins mid-September
• League play runs October through March
• Ice removal occurs in early April
• Includes Cashspiel, Mixed, Men’s & Ladies, Elementary Bonspiel, Funspiels, and potential U18 Winter Games Trials

Candidates with curling ice experience, arena ice experience, refrigeration knowledge, or strong mechanical aptitude are encouraged to apply.