Ice Arena Maintenance

Cushing Academy; Ashburnham (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A private educational institution in Ashburnham, MA, is hiring a part-time Rink Attendant to oversee operations of their ice facility. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, maintaining records, and operating equipment like the Zamboni. Ideal candidates should be flexible with hours, have strong communication skills, and be able to perform manual labor, including lifting significant weight. This position requires weekend and nighttime availability, making it a suitable opportunity for individuals looking for part-time work.

Qualifications

• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to work collaboratively with coworkers and other school community members.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Some work is done on a slippery surface and in varying environments, including warm and cold temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the ice facility to ensure smooth operations and safety.
• Maintain accurate records of sales.
• Operate ice maintenance equipment, including Zamboni.
• Learn to sharpen and repair ice skates and operate the Zamboni as needed.
• Perform general manual labor including cleaning, mopping, snow removal, and lifting as required.

Skills

Flexible hours

Record keeping

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Manual labor

Job description

Description

The Rink Attendant is responsible for helping oversee the year-round ice facility to ensure smooth operations, safety, and customer satisfaction. It is essential to be available during night and weekend hours of operation to meet with staff, facility users, and vendors, and be present for routine and special events.

This is a part-time position, approximately 20-25 hours/week. Hours are primarily 8 am - noon, Monday - Friday, year-round.

• Have a thorough knowledge of and uphold all Cushing Academy rules, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to work flexible hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions in a fast and efficient manner.
• Keep accurate records of sales related to the arena.
• Ability to sharpen and repair ice skates or be willing to learn to do so.
• Ability to monitor refrigeration system (Pumps, motors, gauges, etc.)
• Ability to operate Zamboni or be willing to learn to do so.
• Handle and record large sums of money.
• Ability and willingness to perform manual labor, including but not limited to mopping, lifting, snow removal, etc.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently.
• Strong self-motivation and effective time-management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with coworkers and other school community members.
• Requires climbing, reaching, bending, pulling, and lifting.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Some work is done on a slippery surface and in varying environments, including warm and cold temperatures.
• Works in a fast-paced environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges and deadlines.