Part-Time - Referee - Ford Ice Centers

Bridgestone Arena; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

A sports venue in Nashville is seeking a part-time Referee to officiate hockey games, ensuring rules compliance and maintaining game order. Candidates must have a Level 1 USA Hockey certification and skating experience. Strong verbal communication and multitasking skills are essential. The role involves working nights, weekends, and holidays on ice. Physicality is required as referees must lift heavy equipment and endure extreme temperatures. This opportunity promotes an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years old.
• Knowledge of the hockey community in Middle Tennessee.
• Ability to ice skate.
• Skating experience required.
• Must be detailed oriented and able to focus on multiple tasks.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Calm and professional demeanor while interacting with coaches, players, and fans.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order during hockey games.
• Enforce game rules and regulations.
• Inspect sporting equipment for compliance.
• Signal infractions and regulate play as needed.
• Impose penalties or infractions when appropriate.
• Inspect equipment and examine participants for safety compliance.
• Keep track of game times and elapsed time.
• Coordinate with other officials and facility managers to resolve issues.

Skills

Skating experience

Verbal communication

Written communication

Focus on multiple tasks

Calm demeanor

Education

Level 1 USA Hockey officiating certification

Tools

Hockey equipment

Ice resurfacing equipment

Scoreboard equipment

Job description

7638 B Hwy 70 S, Nashville, TN 37221, USA •

5264 Hickory Hollow Pkwy, Antioch, TN 37013, USA

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 7:00 AM

Job Title: Referee

Status: Part-Time, Nonexempt

Major Responsibilities/Activities:

• Referee and Officials control the pace and maintain order during all hockey games.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of up-to-date USA Hockey rules and regulations
• Officiate at hockey games or competitions to maintain standards of play and to ensure that game rules are observed.
• Stop play to signal participants or other officials to make them aware of infractions or otherwise to regulate play or competition.
• Responsible for maintaining a thorough understanding and knowledge of rules, procedures, and interpretations of each.
• Impose penalties or infractions when appropriate.
• Inspect sporting equipment and/or examine participants in order to ensure compliance with event and safety regulations.
• Keep track of game times and elapsed time during game segments, starting or stopping play when necessary.
• Resolve claims of rule infractions or complaints by participants and assess any necessary penalties, according to regulations.
• Report to regulating organizations regarding sporting activities, complaints made, and actions taken or needed such as fines or other disciplinary actions.
• Confer with other sporting officials, coaches, players, and facility managers in order to provide information, coordinate activities, and discuss problems.
• Responsible to work all hockey games assigned to you based on the availability that you have provided.
• Maintain a professional demeanor on and off the ice.

Minimum Requirements (Include education, experience, special skills and licenses or certifications required):

• Must be 16 years old.
• Must have a Level 1 USA Hockey officiating certification at the minimum; other levels of officiating will be dependent on the game in which that official wants to work.
• Knowledge of the hockey community in the Middle Tennessee area.
• Skating experience required.
• Must be detailed oriented and be able to focus on multiple tasks at once.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication.
• Possess a calm and professional manner while interacting amongst coaches, players, and fans while ensuring the safety and integrity of the game.
• Must have a skating ability above or equal to that of the level of game they are officiating
• Must be strong skaters and continue to maintain their ability in comparison to the players they are officiating.
• As a condition of employment, qualified applicant will be subject to a background investigation, including a criminal history check, previous employment verification and character references.

Essential Physical Functions:

• Frequent lifting, bending, walking and handling and lifting heavy equipment up to 50 lbs. required.
• Working under pressure.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Working on an ice surface.
• Ability to ice skate.
• Exposure to bright lights, extreme temperatures and loud noise.
• Ability to stand in an upright position for continuous period of time.
• Excellent speaking and listening skills, requiring the perception of speech.

Equipment Used:

• Including, but not limited to office equipment, industrial equipment, hockey equipment, ice resurfacing equipment and scoreboard equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Nashville Predators is an equal opportunity employer. The organization does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability status, genetic information, or any other applicable federal or state protected classification. The organization celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment for all employees.

In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact our Recruitment Team at [e-mail] to request an accommodation.

7638 B Hwy 70 S, Nashville, TN 37221, USA,

5264 Hickory Hollow Pkwy, Antioch, TN 37013, USA