Operations Technician / Zamboni Driver

Socket.dev; Euless (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Euless, TX is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to perform ice maintenance and general venue upkeep for events. You will monitor mechanical systems, handle basic electrical, HVAC, and plumbing tasks, and ensure a clean, safe environment for guests and staff.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work independently. Expect extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in a hands-on, onsite setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver License required.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Ice preparation and maintenance for venue and events.
• Monitor mechanical systems for safe operation.
• Handle electrical basics including lighting and GFI.
• Basic HVAC maintenance and filter changes.
• Basic plumbing knowledge for upkeep.
• General building repairs and custodial tasks.
• Maintain clean environment for guests and staff.
• Set up and breakdown of ice-related equipment as needed.
• Able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Ice maintenance

Mechanical systems monitoring

Electrical basics

HVAC basics

Plumbing basics

General building repairs

Custodial services

Problem-solving

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.