Day in the Life

Educate children ages 3-10 about aspects of the BC Farming Industry. Ensure a safe, entertaining, and educational environment for all guests. You will work independently while in a team environment. Must be comfortable with public speaking and maintaining cleanliness of assigned stations.

Core Candidate Requirements

Must be very guest oriented, friendly and energetic. Great communication skills. Patient and great problem solving skills

Special Requirements

Must be comfortable working with children

Availability – Earliest Start Time

8:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

11:00PM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available for at least 12 out of 15 Operational Fair Days

Educate guests of various age groups about agriculture industries and farm animals. Provide a safe and educational environment for guest interaction with animals. Maintain the cleanliness of Farm Country. Comfortable getting into pens and interacting with livestock.

Core Candidate Requirements

Confidence handling animals. Assertive, ability to enforce rules relating to animal safety. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in the public eye

Special Requirements

Ability to deal with children, parents and the public. Previous experience handling animals is required

6:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

11:00PM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available for at least 12 out of 15 Operational Fair Days

Ensure the cleanliness of the barn, the safety of guests, exhibitors, animals, and staff. Provide our guests with a positive, and safe interaction with animals. Comfortable working independently and as part of a team. Maintain the cleanliness of Farm Country including Upper and Lower Farm Country.

Core Candidate Requirements

Confidence handling and working with a variety of animals, large and small. Comfortable working in a dusty environment and cleaning.

Special Requirements

Lifting up to 50lbs on a regular basis. Frequent standing and walking.

6:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

2:00AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available for at least 12 out of 15 Operational Fair Days

Provide a safe and educational environment for guests of various age groups, teaching them about agriculture industries. You may be assigned to an exhibit to host and must be comfortable talking families and children, as well as maintinaing the cleanliness of the exhibit.

Core Candidate Requirements

Approachable, professional and customer service oriented. Ability to learn and repeat scripted material. Ability to work independently.

Special Requirements

N/A

8:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

11:00PM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available for at least 12 out of 15 Operational Fair Days

Educate guests of various age groups about agriculture industries and farm animals through daily Farm Tours. Must be comfortable speaking to groups, working around livestock, and maintaining cleanliness of Farm areas.

Core Candidate Requirements

Strong public speaker who is confident answering questions from guests. Assertive, ability to enforce rules relating to animal safety.

Special Requirements

N/A

8:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

11:00PM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available for at least 12 out of 15 Operational Fair Days

Operate a point of sale system at various locations in the barns, while interacting with guests and ensuring rules and regulations of activities are being followed. You will work independently while in a team environment.

Core Candidate Requirements

Strong math and customer service skills.

Special Requirements

N/A

8:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

11:00PM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available for at least 12 out of 15 Operational Fair Days

Provide exceptional guest service at a Playland candy stand while processing transactions and operating a point-of-sale system. This includes serving a variety of food items to guests, and operating a variety of equipment. Perform the cleaning duties and upkeeping of work areas

Core Candidate Requirements

Customer-focused mindset, friendly and approachable in a fast paced environment. Previous customer service experience is an asset.

Required Licences or Certificates

Food Safe Level 1 certificate an asset.

9:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

1:00AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available for a minimum of 3 shifts/week, including 1 evening/night shift in two week period excluding Mondays

Prepare, stock, and deliver foods for Playland candy stands. This is a physical role which requires an ability to mop, sweep, and lift food & beverage inventory of up to 50 lbs repeatedly.

Core Candidate Requirements

Ability to take direction. Endurance and stamina to consistently complete physically demanding job tasks.

Special Requirements

Lifting up to 50lbs on a regular basis.

Required Licences or Certificates

Food Safe Level 1 certificate an asset. Class 5/7 BC Driver’s License an asset.

8:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

2:00AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available for a minimum of 3 shifts/week, including 1 evening/night shift in two week period excluding Mondays

Provide exceptional guest service at a Playland concession stand while processing transactions and operating a point-of-sale system. This includes serving a variety of food items to guests, and operating a variety of equipment. Keeping the work areas clean and organised

Core Candidate Requirements

Customer focused mindset, teamwork skills, multi-tasking ability in a fast paced environment

Required Licences or Certificates

Food Safe Level 1 certificate an asset

9:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

1:00AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available for a minimum of 3 shifts/week, including 1 evening/night shift in two week period excluding Mondays

Maintain the cleanliness of various food stands and guest dining areas by washing soiled dishes, and clearing waste and waste stations.

Core Candidate Requirements

Some knowledge of food sanitation and safety polices

Required Licences or Certificates

Food Safe Level 1 certificate an asset

9:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

1:00AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available for a minimum of 3 shifts/week, including 1 evening/night shift in two week period excluding Mondays

Maintain kitchen & food preparation areas following safety and sanitation policies. Prepare and dispense food items in a fast paced environment. Ensure food safety guidelines are followed all the time. Proper communication between other peers working in kitchen areas to ensure smooth operation. Stock the preparation area with all required food suppies, and ensure kitchen area is kept clean all time.

Core Candidate Requirements

Knowledge of kitchen oerations & food safety guidelines. Must be able to work in grills in a high temperature.

Special Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.

Required Licences or Certificates

Food Safe Level 1 certificate an asset

9:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

1:00AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available for a minimum of 3 shifts/week, including 1 evening/night shift in two week period excluding Mondays

Greet guests in a polite and friendly manner, while providing a timely service. Monitor food levels to ensure items remain in stock and assist with both setup and take down BBQ Buffets after service.

Core Candidate Requirements

Proactive, able to take initiative, responsible, friendly, and a customer-focused mindset.

Special Requirements

Lifting up to 50lbs on a regular basis. Frequent standing.

9:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

5:00PM – Occasional evening shifts

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Most events are from Thursday to Sunday, must be available majority of weekends

Prepare and grill a variety of foods for BBQ Buffets. Provide relevant food information regarding dietary restrictions when requested. Maintenance of the BBQ areas by following food safety standards. Collaborate with other team members to ensure a timely service.

Core Candidate Requirements

Proactive, able to take initiative, responsible, friendly, and a customer-focused mindset. This is an active position that involves frequent physical activity during each shift. Comfortable around the grill and in a hot enviroment.

Special Requirements

Lifting up to 50lbs on a regular basis. Frequent standing.

Required Licences or Certificates

Food Safe Level 1 certificate

9:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

5:00PM – Occasional evening shifts

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Most events are from Thursday to Sunday, must be available majority of weekends

Receive, store, and distribute various food & beverage items throughout the Playland BBQ areas. Stock BBQ locations based on stocklists provided. Ability to prioritize tasks that need to be completed first.

Core Candidate Requirements

Proactive, able to take initiative, responsible, friendly, and a customer-focused mindset.

Special Requirements

Lifting up to 50lbs on a regular basis.

Required Licences or Certificates

Class 5/7 BC Driver’s License an asset.

9:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

5:00PM – Occasional evening shifts

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Most events are from Thursday to Sunday, must be available majority of weekends

Provide a safe environment for staff and guests by ensuring that washrooms, picnic areas, attractions, and all other spaces on the Playland site are maintained in a clean and debris-free manner. This is an active position that will see you getting in lots of steps on every shift!

Core Candidate Requirements

Must be able to work independently, and comfortable walking for majority of shift time.

7:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

12:30AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available for a minimum of 3 shifts/week

The Fair Finance Cashier is involved in the support of the Lottery Gambling cash management for Casino Games during the Fair. The position distributes cash, maintains an overall float balance and covers cash needs with the overall responsiblity of reconciling this balance to ensure accuracy at various times during their shift

Core Candidate Requirements

Mathematically inclinded, positive attitude, good customer service skills, able to follow security protocols.

Special Requirements

Previous experience working in a banking, or cash management role. Able to think outside the box to resolve cash issues and deployment in a sudden change of environment

Required Licences or Certificates

GPEP registration, will be reimbursed by PNE upon receipt.

11:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

1:30AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Available 4-5 shifts per week, closed on Monday. Day shift & Evening shift. 11:00am-5:00PM, 5:00PM-1:30AM

Provide an excellent guest experience by engaging with guests, encouraging them to play, and monitoring gameplay. Duties include selling games, processing monetary transactions, prize distribution and maintaining displays.

Core Candidate Requirements

Energetic, enthusiastic, charismatic and strong initiative. Confidence in effective communication to enforce rules and policies.

Special Requirements

Ability to sell. Good organizational and multi-tasking skills.

9:30AM

Availability – Latest End Time

1:00AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available for a minimum of 4 shifts per week.

Learn a script and inform guests visitng the PNE Prize Home of its features, sponsors, and prizing. Meet and greet guests in a courteous and professional manner. Provide exceptional and friendly guest service.

Core Candidate Requirements

Excellent communication skills (public speaking experience an asset, informative, hospitable, approachable, and friendly.

Special Requirements

Must be able to stand and speak for long periods of time.

10:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

11:00PM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Shifts will be between the hours of 10 am – 2 pm on weekends before the fair. Must be available to work during the fair period and Labour Day weekend.

Sell PNE Prize Home lottery tickets to guests at the PNE Fair and meet daily sales and commission targets. This role works independently, standing at an assigned location within the Fair grounds for the duration of the shift. It is also essential to accurately balance the sale of tickets and cash with daily transactions.

Core Candidate Requirements

Outgoing personality that will motivate guests to purchase lottery tickets. Great communication skills, must be vocal, and highly enthusiastic.

Special Requirements

Must be 19 years of age or older due to licensing requirements. Ability to stand and speak for long periods of time. Successful completion of grade 12. Previous sales, marketing, vendor, or promotions experience is preferred.

11:00 AM

Availability – Latest End Time

11:00 PM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available for up to full time hours including evenings, weekends, and late nights during the Fair period.

Input prize home entries and results into the computer system while coordinating all matters pertaining to the sale of tickets either over the phone, through retail, or through the website. Accurately reconcile and account for sale of tickets and cash, including verifcation and accounting of the daily transactions.

Core Candidate Requirements

Detail oriented, great communicator, service focused, reliable, proactive. Deal with customers and co-workers in a courteous and professional manner. Ability to independently work in a fast-paced environment, take initiative, and deal with confidential matters. Previous office experience is an asset.

Special Requirements

Proficiency in computer applications including but not limited to MS Office Suite with a minimum typing speed of 50 WPM. Must be 19 years of age or older due to licensing requirements. Successful completion of grade 12.

9:00 AM

Availability – Latest End Time

9:00 PM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available to work during Labour day weekend. Labour day, call centre hours are opened till midnight.

Input entries and results into computer system while assisting with the sale of tickets either over the phone, through the mail, or through the website. Accurately reconcile and account for sale of tickets and cash, including verifcation and accounting of the daily transactions.

Core Candidate Requirements

Previous office experience in a similar capacity is an asset. Attention to detail with strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in computer applications including but not limitted to MS Office Suite with a minimum typing speed of 50 WPM.

Special Requirements

Must be 19 years of age or older due to licensing requirements. Successful completion of grade 12.

11:00 AM

Availability – Latest End Time

11:00 PM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be availble for up to full-time hours including evenings, weekends, and late nights

Operate Wheel of Fotune Games within rules and regulations in compliance with GPEB regulations. Create an enthusiastic and welcoming environment for guests. Mentally calculate and award winnings to winners. Explain rules, house, and game, to patrons and ensure that rules are followed. Perform other related duties as required.

Core Candidate Requirements

Must be outgoing, vocal, and have great communication skills. Ideal candidate should have some knowledge of the basic operation of Wheel of Fortune Games (previous experience is an asset). Ability to enforce rules of play fairly and effectively.

Special Requirements

Must be 19 years of age or older due to licensing requirements. Excellent cash handling abilities and manual dexterity. Walk, lift, and stand for long periods of time.

11:00 AM

Availability – Latest End Time

11:00 PM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available for up to full time hours including evenings, weekends, and late nights during the Fair period.

Support Wheels of Fortune team with administrative tasks and supply replenishment. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Core Candidate Requirements

Previous office experience in a similar capacity is an asset. Attention to detail with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Special Requirements

Must be 19 years of age or older due to licensing requirements. Excellent cash handling abilities and manual dexterity. Walk, lift, and stand for long periods of time.

11:00 AM

Availability – Latest End Time

11:00 PM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available for up to full time hours including evenings, weekends, and late nights during the Fair period.

Support various roles such as ticket sales and scanning, answering questions and issue resolution, greeting guests, cashier roles for rentals and sales of various items, and so much more!

Special Requirements

Previous experience in a customer service role is an asset, ability to stand for long periods of time

9:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

12:00AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available to work a minimum of 3 operating days/week excluding Mondays

In this position you will be responsible for directing guests to the available parking stalls during events as well as answering any guest’s enquiries.

Core Candidate Requirements

Strong communication skills, friendly, customer service mindset

Special Requirements

Must be comfortable walking and standing for extended periods of time

8:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

12:30AM

In this position you will be responsible for collecting parking fees from guests in a courteous and friendly manner as well as answering any guest’s enquiries.

Core Candidate Requirements

Strong communication skills, friendly, customer service mindset. Strong mathematical skills.

Special Requirements

N/A

8:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

12:30AM

Ensure all food areas are clean and sanitized of debris for guests to enjoy. You will be on your feet for the entire shift, and will be outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, being comfortable with this is a must!

Core Candidate Requirements

Customer service mindset, teamwork skills, multi-tasking ability in a fast paced environment. Maintaing your work station in a clean and presentable manner. Previous experience in a similar role is an asset but not required.

Special Requirements

Must be 19 years of age or older

12:00PM

Availability – Latest End Time

12:00AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Minimum 4 shifts per week.

This position inlcudes processing customer transactions using a Point of Sale system, providing customer service, and prepping and expediting food orders. This role works in a team setting where the ability to multitask between responsibilities is critical. Maintaing your work station in a clean and presentable manner. Previous experience in a similar role is an asset but not required.

Core Candidate Requirements

Customer service mindset, teamwork skills, multi-tasking ability in a fast paced environment.

Special Requirements

Valid Food Safe Level 1 is an asset but not a requirement. Valid Serving It Right certificate an asset but not a requirement.

10:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

1:00AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Minimum 4 shifts per week. Also must be able to work a mix of day and night shifts. Closing shifts will be required to stay for clean up

This position will require you to receive and off-load deliveries, build and deliver orders for various F&B locations. This position is physically demanding and will require you to be able to lift and transport items up to 50lbs. Warehouse equipment (pallet jack, push carts, golf carts, ladders) are frequently used in this position.

Core Candidate Requirements

Ability to work quickly and must have endurance for physical tasks. Ability to work in warehouse setting with attention to detail. Maintaing your work station in a clean and presentable manner.

Special Requirements

Lifting up to 50lbs on a regular basis, and standing for long periods of time. Previous warehouse experience an asset. Valid Forklift certificate an asset but not a requirement.

Required Licences or Certificates

Valid Class 5/7 BC Driver’s License required

7:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

2:00AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Minimum 4 shifts per week. Must be available to work a variety of day shifts/night shifts. Ideally flexible for shifts up to 8 hours.

Complete customer transactions using a Point of Sale system, providing customer service and potentially pouring alcoholic beverages. You are required to check ID’s and wrist band for all customers who are 19+ and must follow all liquor rules and regulations.

Core Candidate Requirements

Talkative, interactive, sound judgment and decision making ability. Confidence to enforce rules, policies. Strong customer POS transaction skills and a customer service mindset. Maintaing your work station in a clean and presentable manner. Able to work well with limited supervision.

Special Requirements

Previous serving experience is required. Valid Food Safe Level 1 is an asset but not a requirement. Must be 19 years of age or older

Required Licences or Certificates

Valid Serving it Right certificate required

11:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

12:30AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Minimum 4 shifts per week. Majority of shifts will start at 5:00pm, with very limited shifts that start earlier.

Maintain cleanliness in public restrooms, ensuring they are well-stocked with supplies such as toilet paper, soap, and paper towels. Monitor locations for any maintenance issues or cleanliness concerns, promptly addressing them with supervisors, or management to ensure a pleasant experience for patrons.

Core Candidate Requirements

Respectful, dedicated, customer service mindset

Special Requirements

Previous janitorial experience is preferred

10:30AM

Availability – Latest End Time

11:30PM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available to work a minimum of 4 days per week excluding Mondays

Maintain cleanliness of the fairgrounds by sweeping walkways, picking up litter, and emptying trash bins. Collaborate with other staff members to promptly address any cleanliness issues and uphold the Fair’s standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Core Candidate Requirements

Courteous, considerate, effective communication skills, customer service mindset, ability to work independently with limited supervision

Special Requirements

Ability to follow detailed directions from supervisors and management

10:30AM

Availability – Latest End Time

11:30PM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available to work a minimum of 4 days per week excluding Mondays

Cleaning and tidying up the fairgrounds and neighborhood after closing hours by sweeping walkways, collecting trash, restocking supplies, and organizing equipment. The night sweeper must work efficiently and diligently to complete their tasks during off-peak hours while the fair is closed to the public.

Core Candidate Requirements

Independent, ability to work with limited supervision, and reliability.

Special Requirements

Ability to follow detailed directions from supervisors and management

11:00PM

Availability – Latest End Time

8:30AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available to work a minimum of 4 days per week excluding Mondays

Provides roaming and static support to the PNE Security and Guest Services Teams by providing guest support, assistance and wayfidning. The Ambassador Team works closely with the Security and Fair Dispatch teams to observe and report additional oeprational support to issues or incidents.

Core Candidate Requirements

Observant, strong decision making skills and sound judgment. Strong customer service mindset

Special Requirements

Must be comfortable walking and standing for extended periods of time

7:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

12:00AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available to work a minimum of 3 operating days/week excluding Mondays

The Night Ambassador Team provides roaming and static support to the PNE Security during off-peak hours while the fair is closed to the public. Working closely with the Security and Fair Dispatch teams to observe and report additional operational support to issues or incidents.

Core Candidate Requirements

Observant, strong decision making skills, and sound judgment. Able to work outdoors and walk throughout the shift.

Special Requirements

Must be comfortable walking and standing for extended periods of time

12:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

8:00AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available to work a minimum of 3 operating days/week excluding Mondays

Greet guests and operate all rides and attractions in a safe, friendly and professional manner. You will ensure each of our guests are provided with a safe ride by adhering to all safe operating guidelines.

Core Candidate Requirements

Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to enforce safety policies in a professional manner. Must be friendly, mature, accountable, responsible, and committed to positive guest interactions.

Special Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age. Must be able to remain focused on the task at hand and stand for long periods of time.

9:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

12:00AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available to work a minimum of 3 operating days/week excluding Mondays

Ticket attendants are responsible for various tasks, including selling tickets, welcoming guests, addressing customer concerns, assisting with special events like concerts, and enforcing park policies. Effective customer service and communication skills are essential for this role, as attendants must interact with guests regularly, provide information, handle inquiries, and resolve issues promptly and courteously.

Core Candidate Requirements

Accuracy and attention to detail, friendly, strong communication skills, customer service skills

Special Requirements

Must be comfortable standing for the duration of shifts

8:00AM

Availability – Latest End Time

12:00AM

Minimum Required Availability per Week

Must be available for at least 6 of the Fair operating days. Preference will be given to those who are able to work 8 or more days and at least one day on the Labour day long weekend