Ice Maintenance Lead: Elevate Skating Quality & Ops

Wilmette Park District; Wilmette (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance (basic and voluntary)

IMRF pension

457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Section 125 Flexible Spending Account

Paid holidays and vacation time

Facility discounts

Employee usage benefits

Job summary

The Wilmette Park District seeks a Centennial Ice Maintenance Lead to ensure daily readiness of the Centennial Ice Rinks, manage ice quality, and oversee related mechanical systems and common areas.

Under the Ice and Aquatics General Manager, duties include opening the facility, operating the Ice Resurfacer, performing ice maintenance and minor repairs, maintaining cleanliness, coordinating with the Buildings Department, and supporting events.

Qualifications

• Building trade degree or Certified Ice Technician (CIT) preferred.
• Experience operating/maintaining Ice Resurfacer required.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC.
• Prior custodial/maintenance experience required.

Responsibilities

• Open the facility Monday through Friday, including a complete walkthrough and inspection to ensure all building systems and equipment are operating properly.
• Monitor and maintain ice quality to provide safe and consistent skating conditions.
• Drive and operate the Ice Resurfacer to resurface ice.
• Perform ice maintenance including edging, ice repairs, seasonal ice installation and removal, and assist with ice painting as needed.
• Assist with maintenance, repairs, and preventative maintenance of Ice Resurfacers and related equipment, including replacing blades on all Ice Resurfacers weekly.
• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of restrooms, locker rooms, lobby areas, common spaces and maintenance areas.
• Monitor and communicate with the Building Department about any issues with the cooling tower, refrigeration equipment, HVAC systems and other mechanical systems.
• Perform general facility maintenance including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, general rink components and minor building repairs and coordinate with the Buildings Department as needed.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules and ensure assigned tasks are completed.
• Recommend repair or replacement of equipment as needed.
• Coordinate and monitor weekly deliveries, including propane and Ice Resurfacer blades.
• Communicate daily ice conditions and maintenance needs with evening and weekend staff.
• Operate and maintain the ice edger, skate sharpening equipment, power tools and other maintenance equipment.
• Maintain maintenance records, equipment logs and work order documentation.
• Monitor facility supplies and replenish inventories as needed.
• Assist with facility set-up and breakdown for special events, tournaments, figure skating competitions, hockey events, public skating programs and community events.
• Sharpen rental skates and provide skate sharpening services for the public.
• Greet and interact with patrons in a courteous, professional and knowledgeable manner.
• Support additional operational needs of the Centennial Recreation Complex as assigned.
• Actively contribute to the Park District's sustainability goals.
• Actively uphold and contribute to the Wilmette Park District Comprehensive and Strategic Plan, including the Guiding Principles and Strategic Priorities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned based on agency needs.

Skills

Ice maintenance

Equipment operation

Custodial care

HVAC knowledge

Education

Building trade degree

Certified Ice Technician (CIT)

Tools

Ice Resurfacer

Ice edger

Skate sharpener

Job description

The Wilmette Park District seeks a Centennial Ice Maintenance Lead to ensure daily readiness of the Centennial Ice Rinks, manage ice quality, and oversee related mechanical systems and common areas.

Under the Ice and Aquatics General Manager, duties include opening the facility, operating the Ice Resurfacer, performing ice maintenance and minor repairs, maintaining cleanliness, coordinating with the Buildings Department, and supporting events.