Speed Skating Event (April 13, 2024) - Several Roles
(Milton Speed Skating Club)
Opportunity Details: Speed Skating Event (April 13, 2024) - Several Roles
Comments | Milton Speed Skating is hosting a racing event and needs volunteers in several roles. |
Contact | Paul Emblin, President, Milton Speed Skating; Phone: 905-878-2426; Email: skate@miltonspeedskating.com |
Duties | There are several roles to fill: 1) Rink Side Assistants . Get the racers on & off the ice at the Rink Doors 2 positions 2) Runner for the Clerk. Tasked with finding skaters who are not in position prior to the race. Someone with a fast response to run to dressing rooms and call names. 1 Volunteer 3) Water Buckets. Fill and lift water buckets and maintain a clean area. Lots of repetitive lifting. 2 Volunteer 4) Runner for skate guards. As skaters get on the ice, they remove skater guards, sweaters, etc. These need to be transferred to the location where the skaters get off the ice. Lots of walking. 4 Volunteers. 5) Hospitality room servers. Two possible roles; general room help prepping and maintaining the hospitality room. We may also require food servers during lunch (this role will be a 3 hour posting mid-day). 2 Volunteers 6) Runner for skate results. Collect and post race results. Lots of walking. 2 Volunteers. 7) Timers/Line Judge/Lap Counters. For more mature volunteers who have a lot of focus. These are the official positions of timer (using stop watch to time skaters) and line judge – determining who came across the finish line first/second/third. 4 Volunteers 8) Track Steward. Maintain the ice surface and blocks during the event. On the ice position on skates all day; Will train. 10) Event Photographer / Social Media Coordinator. Keep the WhatsApp up to date; Post event photos to Facebook and/or Instagram. Must have your own camera. 1 Volunteer 11) Friday Night setup. Help put equipment out on the ice and hospitality room. 9pm-Midnight 2 Volunteers |
Benefits | Supporting a not-for-profit club offering recreational ice activities. |
Clients | Speed Skaters of all ages from all across Ontario. |
Ages | 15 year(s) - 65 year(s) |
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | Yes |
Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Youth (12-18) ; Highschool students ; Post-secondary students ; Couples ; Community Groups ; Workplaces / Corporate Groups |
Areas of Interest | Community / Neighbourhood Volunteering ; Event Coordination & Support ; Recreation & Sports |
Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Creativity ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Leadership ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Sports & Coaching ; Working with Children |
Commitment Length | One Time / Special Event - Most roles are 7:30 am - 4:30 pm - April 13, 2023 - Milton Sports Center ; Some Roles can be shorter |
Interaction Level | Solitary ; Small Group ; Large Group |
Minimum Hours | 3 (Total) |
Seasons | Spring - April 13, 2024 ; One-day special event: April 13, 2024 |
Accessibility | Fully Accessible ; Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall |
Location | Milton Sports Center, 605 Santa Maria Blvd, Milton, ON |
Number of Positions | Milton 14 individual(s) needed in total. Rink side positions are in the cold arena all day. Lunch and snacks provided. |
Training | Training on the job - We will explain the role to you when you arrive. |
Transportation | Near public transit |
Application Deadline | 12 Apr 2024 |
Police Check | Not Required |
Additional Requirements | Be prepared on your feet all day |
Start Date | On or after 13 Apr 2024 |
End Date | 13 Jan 2024 |
Agency Details: Milton Speed Skating Club
Office Phone | 905-878-2426 |
skate@miltonspeedskating.com | |
Website | www.miltonspeedskating.com |
Address & Map | Milton Sports Centre, Rink C 605 Santa Maria Blvd, Unit 6 Milton, ON L9T 6J5 |
Mailing Address | c/o Paul Emblin |