Operations Technician / Zamboni Driver

Children; Northlake (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Children Northlake is seeking a reliable maintenance worker to perform venue upkeep for the StarCenter, ensuring safe, clean spaces for events and the public. The role includes ice maintenance to deliver high-quality ice for all activities and for the Dallas Stars, with no remote work.

You will monitor mechanical systems, handle basic electrical, HVAC, plumbing tasks, and general building repairs, while supporting custodial operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Ice preparation and maintenance for StarCenter events.
• Monitor mechanical systems and electrical components.
• Basic HVAC, plumbing, and lighting knowledge.
• Perform general building repairs and custodial tasks.
• Maintain a clean environment for guests and staff.
• Work extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Material handling

Customer-focused

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary:

Perform maintenance tasks and services for the StarCenter, providing clients with a safe and clean venue for events. Performs ice maintenance to ensure quality ice for the general public, public and private events, and the Dallas Stars. This position is not eligible for remote work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ice preparation and maintenance
• Ability to monitor mechanical systems
• Basic working knowledge of electrical circuits, breakers, courtesy power, including GFI and lighting, changing light bulbs, etc.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC with the ability to change filters, belts, bearings, etc.
• Basic plumbing knowledge
• Experienced in general building repairs
• Maintain a clean environment for all guests and staff

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to perform general custodial services
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and communicate intelligently with management and peers
• Able to work extended and/or irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Assist with the setup and breakdown of on-ice partition boards, nets, etc., when needed

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver License
• Ability to work with minimal to no supervision
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Physical Demands and Working Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers, handle large objects, tools, carts, and drive machinery. Reach, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, talk, and hear for up to 8-14 hours a day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be required to work both indoors and outdoors as required by the function and may also be exposed to adverse conditions, including inclement weather, noise, fumes, etc.

* This job description does not contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Other tasks and duties may be assigned as needed. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.