Facility Specialist

National Sports Center; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

National Sports Center seeks a hands-on Facility Specialist to oversee evening, weekend, and event operations at the Blaine rink. You will lead part-time staff, supervise ice operations, and ensure safety, cleanliness, and readiness for practices and tournaments.

The role emphasizes ice resurfacing, refrigeration monitoring, and team leadership in a fast-paced arena environment, with responsibilities also spanning janitorial duties and staff training.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a Zamboni or similar ice resurfacing equipment.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge or experience with refrigeration plant operations is an asset.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead staff while maintaining a positive and approachable attitude.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary facility operations lead during evening, weekend, and special event shifts.
• Oversee daily rink operations and ensure the facility is properly staffed and ready for activities.
• Open, close, and secure the facility as assigned.
• Monitor activities and respond to operational needs as they arise.
• Lead and supervise part-time facility staff including Zamboni drivers and front desk attendants.

Skills

Zamboni operation

Leadership

Refrigeration knowledge

Communication

Team supervision

Independent decision making

Fast-paced environment

Janitorial & ice maintenance

Tools

Zamboni

Job description

• Location 1700 105th Avenue Northeast,Blaine, MN, 55449,United States


• Base Pay $45,000.00 - $58,000.00 / Year


• Job Category Ice Arena, Facility Operations


• Employee Type Full-Time Exempt


• Manage Others Yes

Contact information

• Name Dylan Thiem


• Email [e-mail]

Super Rink Facility Specialist

Position Summary

The Facility Specialist is a hands‑on leadership position responsible for overseeing the day‑to‑day operations of the hockey rink during evening, weekend, and special event hours. This position serves as a key point of contact for part‑time facility staff and is responsible for ensuring the rink is safe, clean, properly staffed, and ready for practices, games, tournaments, and other activities.

The Facility Specialist provides leadership and direction to part‑time staff, including Zamboni drivers and front desk attendants, while also assisting with ice operations, facility maintenance, refrigeration plant monitoring, janitorial duties, and tournament operations.

This position is ideal for an individual who enjoys working in a fast‑paced hockey environment, takes pride in maintaining a well‑run facility, and is comfortable leading a team while also being willing to roll up their sleeves and help wherever needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Facility Operations

• Serve as the primary facility operations lead during assigned evening, weekend, and special event shifts.


• Oversee daily rink operations and ensure the facility is properly staffed, maintained, and ready for scheduled activities.


• Open, close, and secure the facility as assigned.


• Monitor activities throughout the building and respond to operational needs as they arise.


• Serve as a point of contact for staff, coaches, players, parents, officials, and facility users.


• Assist with routine ice maintenance and communicate maintenance or equipment needs to appropriate personnel.


• Operate Zamboni and other ice resurfacing equipment as needed.


• Monitor ice temperatures and refrigeration equipment and report unusual conditions or equipment concerns.


• Perform routine janitorial duties, including cleaning locker rooms, restrooms, public areas, rink areas, and other facility spaces.


• Help create a positive and welcoming environment for everyone using the facility.


• Address routine operational issues and communicate significant concerns to management.


• Perform other duties as assigned


• Lead and supervise part‑time facility staff, including Zamboni drivers and front desk attendants.


• Ensure staff understand and follow facility procedures, safety expectations, and customer service standards.


• Assist with training and onboarding of new part‑time employees.


• Lead by example and maintain a positive, professional, and team‑oriented work environment.


• Monitor staff performance and communicate concerns or accomplishments to management.


• Develop and maintain part‑time staff schedules based on rink programming, practices, games, tournaments, and facility needs.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a Zamboni or similar ice resurfacing equipment is required.


• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.


• Knowledge or experience with refrigeration plant operations is an asset.


• Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.


• Ability to lead staff while maintaining a positive and approachable attitude.


• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions during evening and weekend operations.


• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.


• Ability to perform janitorial, ice maintenance, and other hands‑on facility duties.


• Must be available to work primarily evenings, weekends, holidays, tournaments, and other special events.


• Classification: Full‑time, salaried, exempt from FLSA overtime regulations (45-50 hours per week)


• Terms of Employment: At‑will


• Compensation: Based on education and experience in the ice arena industry


• Salary Range: $45,000 - $58,000 annually, paid bi‑weekly