Ice Crew | Part-Time | Acrisure Arena

Oak View Group; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) matching

Job summary

Oak View Group's Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, CA is seeking enthusiastic Ice Crew members for the season. You will assist with ice maintenance during game promos, warm-ups, and intermissions, keeping ice in top condition and engaging fans during pre-game activities.

Must be an advanced skater with 1+ years ice rink experience or hockey knowledge, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be an advanced ice skater.
• 1+ years of ice rink experience or hockey knowledge preferred.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ice conditions during the game through snow removal.
• Execute 90–100 second promotional timeout ice maintenance.
• Assist with board, glass maintenance and ice-surface needs.
• Stage in-game props and promotions on-ice during intermissions.
• Engage fans during pre-game for contests and promotions.
• Assist with pre-game activations and walkthroughs by the Firebirds Promo Team.
• Set up and tear down rubber matting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ice skating

Team player

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Job description

Oak View Group

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

Position Summary

The Coachella Valley Firebirds are aiming to build the most entertaining environment in sports. We are looking for enthusiastic, outgoing, and responsible candidates to serve as members of the Firebirds Ice Crew for the season. This position is key to keeping our ice in the best condition during the game. These members will assist with ice maintenance during promotional timeouts, post warm-ups, and on-ice game promotions during intermissions. This role will pay an hourly rate of $20.00

Benefits

• Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until October 30, 2026.

About The Venue

America’s hottest music festival destination finally has the world‑class arena it deserves. Now open, the Acrisure Arena provides the greater Palm Springs area of Southern California with a premier 11,000+ capacity venue hosting the biggest artists and acts on the planet. We are the coolest spot in the desert. Designed specifically for hockey and made for concerts, Acrisure Arena provides top‑tier hospitality, artist amenities, and all of the benefits of a modern music and sports venue to the Coachella Valley.

Responsibilities

• Work with our Ice Operations staff to maintain the ice conditions during the game through efficient snow removal.
• Executing promotional timeout ice maintenance (90–100 seconds) based on AHL Policies & Procedures.
• Assist with board, glass maintenance, and other ice‑surface needs.
• Staging in‑game props and promotions on‑ice during intermissions.
• Engage with fans during pre‑game to bring in contestants and participation for in‑game promotions, anthem signers, and Zamboni rides.
• Assist the Firebirds Promo Team in any pre‑game activations and walkthroughs.
• Set up and tear down rubber matting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be an advanced ice skater.
• 1+ years of Ice Rink experience or previous hockey knowledge preferred.
• Attention to detail and great organizational skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Ability to adhere to building policies and event requirements.
• Must be available throughout the Firebirds hockey schedule October‑June (minimum of 80% of games).
• Must have flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.