Assistant Ice Technician & Building Operations Assistant

Colorado College; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado College is seeking an Assistant Ice Technician & Building Operations Assistant to ensure a high-quality NCAA Division I ice surface and assist with arena operations. This role involves supervising staff, maintaining equipment, and ensuring facility safety. Candidates should have a high school diploma, specialized training, and strong interpersonal skills. The position requires physical tasks and offers a dynamic work environment with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus specialized training and two years of related experience.
• Ability to maintain and repair ice resurfacers.

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating and maintaining high-quality ice surfaces.
• Supervise student staff involved in arena operations.
• Perform general building and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Certified Ice Technician Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Job Title: Assistant Ice Technician & Building Operations Assistant

Department: Robson Arena

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Nonexempt/ Hourly

Position Type/ Work Schedule: 2080 Hours per year, 12 Months per year, 40 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

Colorado College ("CC") is a private, four-year, highly selective liberal arts college of 2,300 undergraduate students with a small Master of Arts in teaching program. Located on a 99-acre campus in Colorado Springs, near downtown and Pikes Peak, the college employs the Block Plan academic schedule and sponsors 17 varsity programs, including NCAA Division III and I teams.

Job Summary

Work closely with the Head Ice Technician & Building Operations Coordinator to ensure an exceptional NCAA Division I ice surface and assist with arena changeovers for events. Hours include weekdays, evenings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating and maintaining high-quality ice surfaces, including depth readings, ice level adjustments, and temperature coordination.
• Supervise student staff and part-time personnel involved in arena operations.
• Install, repair, and maintain hockey glass and dasher boards.
• Perform general building and equipment maintenance to enhance arena experience.
• Lead equipment rental programs, including maintenance and repair of skating and hockey equipment.
• Ensure facility safety, security, cleanliness, and emergency response readiness.
• Coordinate facility usage and event setup/takedown for various events and rentals.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma plus specialized training, including Certified Ice Technician certification, and two years of related experience.
• Ability to maintain and repair ice resurfacers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle physical tasks, including lifting up to 100 pounds, and work in noisy, icy, or dusty conditions with chemicals.
• Good judgment, organizational skills, and discretion with sensitive information.

Other Details

This position does not supervise others and does not involve driving CC vehicles.

Application Deadline

Apply by 2/19/25 for full consideration. Continuous recruitment.