Sports Stores Technician

At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.

As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.

Join our dynamic team as a Sports Stores Technician, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring our sports store runs smoothly and efficiently. Under the guidance of the Sports Store Supervisor, you will be responsible for organizing store activities and maintaining meticulous records.

In addition to these responsibilities, you will also test, adjust, and repair equipment, ensuring everything is in top-notch condition. Safety is a priority, so you will inspect equipment and facilities, taking corrective actions when necessary. You will be the go-to person for issuing and receiving sports equipment, maintaining inventory, and reporting any irregularities.

Moreover, you will have the exciting opportunity to assist with special events, making sure everything runs seamlessly. If you are detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about sports, this role is perfect for you!

Education, Certifications and Licenses

High school diploma AND several years of experience in a related field

AND

Valid Driver’s License (Ontario)

Valid DND 404 Military Licence, an asset

Valid Forklift Operators certification, an asset

Experience

In issuing sports equipment

In the preparation and maintenance of outdoor sports facilities

In equipment maintenance/scheduling

In loss prevention In inventory control

In record keeping/invoicing

In event planning

Competencies

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

English Essential

Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.

Work Life Balance: Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.

Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.

Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Benefits

This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.

Perform moderate lifting, carrying, pulling and/or pushing (i.e. more than 10 lbs/4.5 kg but less than 50 lbs/23 kg), as required.

This unionized position is open to all interested parties. Preference will be granted in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

21 April 2025

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.