Saskatoon Blades – Blue Crew (Sask Entertainment Group)

Sask Entertainment Group; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatoon Blades Hockey Club in Saskatoon, SK is seeking an Ice Crew member to enhance the game-day experience. You will contribute on-ice maintenance, fan engagement, and in-game entertainment during events.

We value skating skill, athleticism, reliability, and a friendly, professional demeanor. If you enjoy fast-paced environments and working with fans of all ages, this team welcomes you to join during weekday evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Strong skating ability is required.
• Athletic, physically fit, and able to perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible availability for weekday evenings, weekends, and holidays, with shifts lasting through games and events.
• Friendly, outgoing personality with the confidence to interact with fans of all ages.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, professional, and enthusiastic with a strong work ethic.
• Positive, team-first attitude.

Responsibilities

• Clear snow from around the ice during timeout stoppages (6 times total).
• Assist with game presentation activities, promotions, and in-game entertainment.
• Serve as a positive ambassador for the Saskatoon Blades at home games and community events.
• Set up and tear down ice crew and game presentation equipment (shovels, buckets, promo materials, etc.).
• Interact with fans and distribute prizes during games.
• Communicate professionally with SaskTel Centre staff, Blades staff, and team members.
• Follow all Blades policies, procedures, and service standards.

Skills

Skating ability

Athletic fitness

Crowd interaction

Promotions & entertainment

Communication skills

Reliability

Team attitude

Job description

Job Description

Saskatoon Blades Ice Crew

Saskatoon Blades Hockey Club | Saskatoon, SK

Position Overview

Do you love hockey, enjoy being in front of a crowd, and have strong skating skills? Join the Saskatoon Blades Ice Crew and become an essential part of creating an unforgettable game day experience.

As a member of our 'Blue Crew' team, you'll help shovel the ice during timeout stoppages, engage with fans through promotions and entertainment, and represent the Saskatoon Blades at games and community events.

This is a role that requires confident skating ability, comfort being in front of crowds, and a reliable work ethic.

Key Responsibilities

• Clear snow from around the ice during the two (2) timeout stoppages per period, for a total of 6 times.
• Assist with game presentation activities, promotions, and in-game entertainment during intermissions.
• Serve as a positive ambassador for the Saskatoon Blades at home games and community events.
• Set up and tear down ice crew and game presentation equipment, including shovels, buckets, promotional materials, and other event assets.
• Interact with fans and enthusiastically distribute prizes throughout games.
• Communicate professionally with SaskTel Centre staff, Blades staff, and fellow team members.
• Follow all Saskatoon Blades policies, procedures, and service standards.

Qualifications

• Strong skating ability is required.
• Athletic, physically fit, and able to perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible availability for weekday evenings (starting as early as 5:00 p.m.), weekends, and holidays, with shifts lasting through the conclusion of games and events.
• Friendly, outgoing personality with the confidence to interact with fans of all ages.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, professional, and enthusiastic with a strong work ethic.
• A positive, team-first attitude.

Assets

• Knowledge of hockey and the Saskatoon Blades.
• Experience working at live sporting events or in customer service.
• Previous experience playing hockey

Additional Information

• Ice Crew members are responsible for providing their own hockey skates and leggings, we will provide a vest and undershirt.