Facilities Operations Lead - Ice Arena & Maintenance

Children; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Children in Fort Worth, TX is seeking an Operations Support/Facilities Coordinator for the ice arena. The role supports the Operations Manager in day-to-day facility maintenance and vendor coordination to ensure a safe, clean, and well-functioning venue.

You will help manage resources to stay within budget, assist with ice maintenance, and supervise preventive maintenance activities and staff assignments. Extended and irregular hours are required to support events.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years in operation/management of ice arena facilities or similar; 2+ years supervisory preferred.
• Knowledge of daily ice rink operations and general building maintenance.
• Working knowledge of electrical circuits, lighting, and ballasts.
• HVAC knowledge for environmental control; familiarity with piping and hydraulics.
• Occupational Health and Safety standards.
• Strong organizational skills and multitasking ability.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Basic plumbing knowledge and ice maintenance experience.
• Ability to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to obtain OSHA 10 Hour, Ammonia Safety, Crowd Management certificates within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Operations Manager with facility maintenance and staff supervision.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and functional; manage building appearance to standards.
• Assist with ice installation/removal and ice facility readiness for events.
• Coordinate with third-party contractors and manage maintenance projects.
• Develop goals, standards, and streamline work processes with the Operations Manager.
• Oversee safety programs and enforce company policies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Ice arena operations

HVAC knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Forklift operation

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Scissor lifts

Boom lifts

Job description

Children in Fort Worth, TX is seeking an Operations Support/Facilities Coordinator for the ice arena. The role supports the Operations Manager in day-to-day facility maintenance and vendor coordination to ensure a safe, clean, and well-functioning venue.

You will help manage resources to stay within budget, assist with ice maintenance, and supervise preventive maintenance activities and staff assignments. Extended and irregular hours are required to support events.