Why you want to work here
Sport Systems (SSCI) is a great family business in the exciting field of sports infrastructure. Sport and recreation is part of our country’s fabric and our team brings exceptional Canadian-made products and services to the world. We are proud of how our employees have driven us to be one of the top 500 firms in Canada.
Who we are
Canada’s leader and fastest growing company in the athletic equipment space. An aggressive company with a committed team of professionals who Build a Better Game everyday.
What we make
Stadium and gymnasium seating, outdoor sports equipment, gymnasium equipment, protective gym floor covers, custom stadium and therapeutic padding, sports barrier netting and custom metal products for other industries.
Our top customers
Our clients consist of universities and colleges, professional and amateur sports teams, municipalities, school boards, private sports facilities, general contractors and dealers.
Our workplace culture
We’re a tight-knit group focused on helping one another and finding the best solutions for our customers. We’re responsive and we excel at executing projects on time and on budget.
Career advancement
We are constantly entering new markets and developing new products. A team member can start on the shop floor and find themselves in management, project management, sales, supervisory roles and design and engineering.
Fun stuff
We’re a team that likes to have fun and have a laugh. Our geographical footprint means that our team has the opportunity to visit different parts of Canada and the world.
Meet the team
Position: Senior Account Manager
Name: Alex Jackson
Age: 33
Years at company: 10
What do you do on a day-to-day basis at your job?
I focus on working with new and existing clients within our core customer profile on preliminary design consulting, budgeting, estimating, sales and project management.
How did you arrive at your current position? What was your professional or career path?
Whether I was as a general labourer, commercial painter or in concrete restoration, I have always been involved in the construction industry one way or another growing up and while in school. After receiving my college diplomas in the marketing field, it only made sense to combine the two skill and experience sets and work in the athletic construction industry.
What is the best part about your job?
Being part of a small business environment allows for lots of variety throughout the day. There have never been two days alike, which can be exciting and always keeps me on my toes. It also allows me to learn all aspects of the unique sports infrastructure and construction business by doing the work firsthand. The travel would also be right up there. Throughout my years with the company, I have travelled to and been part of projects in every province in Canada from British Columbia to Newfoundland, many states in the US and even in the Caribbean, Barbados and St. Croix, US Virgin Islands.
The job
Requirements
Industry experience, post-secondary education in related field for some positions. Results-oriented, safety and customer-first attitude, pride of workmanship, open to change and continuous improvement.
Skills
Problem-solving, organization and time management are key. A strong understanding of how the general construction industry operates, and being proactive and solution- oriented are a must.
Perks
Dental benefits
Drug benefits
Financial bonuses
Casual dress code
Life insurance
Eye-care benefits
Career Ladder
General, Marketing,Financial and Human Resource Management
Sales, Procurement, Design and Project Management
Departmental/Team Supervisor/Coordinatorassembly technician
Installation Technician/Fabricator
Labourer