Rink Operator

Babson College; Wellesley (MA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave where required by law

Job summary

Babson College is seeking a Rink Operator to ensure proper ice conditions and provide excellent customer service. Responsibilities include operating the Zamboni and performing various maintenance tasks at the skating facility.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma and have skills in vehicle maintenance and ice resurfacing. This role may require early morning and late evening shifts, with a starting pay of $20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Ability to work early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.
• Previous experience operating an ice edger is preferred.
• Ability to lift heavy objects (75 lbs and over).

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate the Zamboni for ice maintenance.
• Evaluate and report ice conditions and equipment.
• Perform customer service tasks, including pro shop sales.

Skills

Ice resurfacing experience

Vehicle maintenance ability

Customer service skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Zamboni

Ice edger

Job description

The Rink Operator is responsible for ice maintenance and assisting with facility operations, including general maintenance and customer service.

What You Will Do

• Drive and operate the Zamboni according to established safety procedures.
• Evaluate ice conditions, equipment, and facility before, during, and after each shift; complete daily checklists and report hazards or concerns to management.
• Resurface ice and perform edging or other ice maintenance as scheduled to maintain proper ice conditions.
• Perform customer service duties such as pro shop sales, ticket window sales, skate sharpening, distributing rental skates, and assisting with set‑up/tear‑down for internal and external groups and events.
• Assist with general maintenance and cleaning of the facility and rink property, including emptying and relining trash receptacles and sweeping/vacuuming floors in locker rooms, benches, and bleacher areas.
• Assist with general maintenance of skating center grounds and property, including snow removal from walkways, stairs, doorways, Zamboni bay, and operation of cleaning and snow removal equipment and machinery.
• Assist with game management for Babson College Varsity, Club, youth, adult hockey, and other events.
• Assist with maintenance of the Zamboni and other rink equipment.
• Assist and support rink management; assume additional responsibilities as required.

Education & Skills

• High School Diploma (some college classes preferred).
• Previous ice resurfacing experience preferred but not required.
• Experience operating an ice edger.
• Ability to perform vehicle maintenance.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to envision and propose new methods to support ET&A; take thoughtful risks and accept new initiatives to achieve results.
• Ability to anticipate change, embrace new skills, and remain flexible in changing conditions.

How & Where You Will Work

• All faculty and staff authorized to work on campus must be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19, including appropriate boosters; proof of vaccination is required upon hire or within 21 days of becoming eligible for a booster.
• Ability to travel on and off campus.
• Work early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.
• Heavy lifting required (75 lbs and over).

Additional Skills You May Have

• Knowledge of NCAA Hockey protocols and procedures related to college hockey preferred.
• Prior working experience at a college or university rink preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

Starting rate: $20 per hour. This is a non‑exempt position. Paid sick leave is provided where required by law; eligibility, accrual, and usage follow applicable state and local regulations.