Part-Time Ice Resurfacer - Intercollegiate Athletics

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Pegula Ice Arena at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking part-time Ice Resurfacers to safely operate resurfacers and maintain the ice surface during events and public sessions.

Responsibilities include sharpening skates, assisting with glass installation/removal, and supporting day-to-day front-of-house tasks. The position offers up to 20 hours per week with a flexible, event-driven schedule.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a changing environment.
• Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays when needed.
• Ability to take direction and constructive criticism.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate the arena’s resurfacers and maintain the ice surface for safety during all user groups.
• Sharpen rental and guest skates.
• Assist with removal and installation of glass on both rinks.
• Work in various positions on Men’s and Women’s hockey home games.
• Clean dasher boards and install ads.
• String goal nets and put away supplies; assist with general housekeeping.
• Assist with day-to-day front-of-house operations (handing out skates, locker room checks, event setup/teardown).

Skills

Lift 75 lbs

Multi-tasking

Work nights/weekends

Take direction

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Pegula Ice Arena is looking for part-time Ice Resurfacers to work a maximum of 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities:

• Safely operating the arena’s resurfacers
• Maintaining the ice surface to ensure that the facility is safe for all user groups
• Sharpening both rental and guest skates
• Assisting with removal and installation of glass on both rinks
• Working in various positions on Men’s and Women’s hockey home games
• Cleaning dasher boards
• Installing ads
• Stringing goal nets
• Putting away supplies, and general housekeeping
• Assisting with day-to-day operations in the front of the house, which include- Handing out skates at public sessions Checking locker rooms Event set up/tear down, and other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Able to take direction and constructive criticism
• Perform under tight deadlines and a changing work environment
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. with or without accommodations
• Able to multi-task as well as prioritize tasks
• Applicants must be age 18 or older
• The ability to work nights, weekends and holidays is preferred
• Prior experience operating an Ice Resurfacer is preferred

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