Adult Part Time Equipment & Facilities Manager

Davita Inc.; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent organization in Big Rapids seeks an Adult Part Time Equipment & Facilities Manager to handle Ice Arena operations, including staffing, scheduling, and maintenance duties. This role involves working directly with student supervisors and maintenance personnel, while ensuring a safe and organized environment for skating and athletic events. The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma and relevant experience in athletic facilities management.

Qualifications

• Required two to three years of experience with athletic equipment and facilities.
• Experience working directly with diverse backgrounds preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff for Ice Arena operations, including hiring and scheduling.
• Oversee maintenance and cleanliness of the facility.
• Coordinate programming and activities for users.

Skills

Experience with Ice Arena facilities

Ice Arena Activities

Ability to skate

Hockey knowledge

Experience with diverse backgrounds

Education

High School degree or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Position Title:	Adult Part Time Equipment & Facilities Manager
Location:	Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Department:	51300 - Ice Arena Operations
Advertised Salary:	$17.00 per hour
Benefits:	Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position. Part Time Support
FLSA:	Non-Exempt
Temporary/Continuing:	Temporary
Part-Time/Full-Time:	Part-Time
Union Group:	N/A
Term of Position:	12 Month
At Will/Just Cause:	Just Cause
Summary of Position:	Handle the management duties of the Ice Arena staff - which includes staffing & scheduling of student supervisors, maintenance workers, Skate Shop staff, etc. Coordinate & assist with all programming for the season (adult league, tournaments, learn to skate & play, open skate and all public activities). Assist the AD for Facilities & Events in all aspects of the Ice Arena business. Assists with mechanical aspects of Ice Arena - preparation and installation of ice, Zamboni prep, Varsity hockey game prep (prepare new nets, board & glass adjustments/cleaning, etc).
Position Type:	Staff
Required Education:	High School degree or equivalent (GED).
Required Work Experience:	Two to three years experience working with athletic equipment and athletic facilities.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Physical Demands:	Office Environment Bending Carrying Inclement Weather Reaching Sitting Twisting Balancing Driving Pulling/Pushing Repetitive movement Standing
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:	Assist with the hiring, scheduling, and monitoring of student workers for Ice Arena operations, for the season. 8-9 student supervisors, 15-20 student maintenance workers, youth hockey and skate instructors, skate shop student workers. Additionally, assist with Varsity Hockey game operation staff. Assist with overall maintenance, overall cleaning of facility - work with Facilities Management/Custodial on improving cleanliness to promote a safe environment of activities. Protect student athletes & public participants by knowing and maintaining industry and national safeguard standards in ice sheet & facility maintenance, Zamboni operations, etc. Assist with the development and implementation of current and new ice arena activities, assist with scheduling of both ice arena ice sheets (full and half). Inspect and perform daily repairs and maintenance on ice arena ice, boards, glass, and facility areas. Coordinate weekend management during the ice sports season - opening and closing on Saturday and Sundays throughout the year (September thru April). Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty and staff to thrive authentically. Operates university motor or personal vehicles safely while carrying out job responsibilities. Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives. Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:	Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Skills and Abilities:	Experience with Ice Arena facilities, Ice Arena Activities, ability to skate, hockey knowledge. Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Required Documents:	Cover Letter Resume
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Initial Application Review Date:	May 30, 2025
Open Until Position is Filled?:	Yes
Posting Close Date:
EEO Statement:	Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University's Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.
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