Seasonal Facilities Specialist 1- Ice Maintenance

Socket.dev; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bend Park & Recreation District is seeking a Seasonal Facilities Specialist 1 to perform semi-skilled facility maintenance and operate ice-related equipment, including the Zamboni, while overseeing public skate activities and assisting with events.

Responsibilities include ice maintenance, skate rentals, and general site support. The role requires safety awareness, good communication, and the ability to work a set schedule including early mornings and potential overnight ice building work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; two years in park services or related field preferred.
• Ability to operate and maintain ice-related equipment including ice resurfacers and edgers.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and safety awareness are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate ice resurfacer and edger to maintain ice sheet.
• Assist with ice building/removal and skate rental operations.
• Set up/clean up and assist with events and customer guidance.
• Maintain equipment in safe, clean condition and follow safety protocols.
• Represent the facility as a courteous, reliable staff member.

Skills

Maintenance

Ice maintenance

Powered equipment

Communication

Independent work

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Two years park services/related

Tools

Ice resurfacer

Edger

Job description

Benefit type: Full-Time, Temporary

Benefits available: For a full description of our benefits, please click here

About the job:

The Seasonal Facilities Specialist 1 is responsible for performing semi-skilled facility maintenance and projects. This position will be operating the Zamboni, sharpening skates, filling in as a Rink Monitor and had out skates to the public.

A day in the life:

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Monitors and maintains ice sheet. Operates ice resurfacer (Zamboni), edger and other equipment to maintain ice sheet. Assists in ice building and removal annually
• Maintains rental skate inventory including skate, sharpening and minor repairs. with public skates.
• Performs a variety of support roles as needed, including set-up/clean-up, assisting with skate rentals, scorekeeper, etc.
• Maintains equipment and keeps in clean and safe condition; operates equipment safely and with care at all times.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
• Contributes to positive work environment
• Identifies safety-related issues and ensures that safe conditions prevail in the facility.
• Assists with set-up and operation of special events.
• Provides assistance and guidance to facility users as needed.
• Acts as a Mandatory Reporter; reports incidents of child abuse/neglect.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Schedule and Hours:

Start date: October 6, 2026.

All staff training: October 8, 2026

Ice building: October 12-21 (overnight work)

Typical Weekly Schedule:

Tuesday: 8:00am-2:00pm

Wednesday: 4:30am-10:30am

Thursday: 4:30am-10:30am

Friday: 8:00am-2:00pm

Saturday: 8:00am-2:00pm

This position is the backup for the other opening staff on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays and may be asked to work 4:30-10:30am on those days if needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need for success:

Strong Knowledge of:

• Maintenance and safe operation of powered equipment
• Ice maintenance

Skill and Ability to:

• Effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing, including by phone, e-mail or in person to successfully complete assigned projects;
• Work independently while also able to work cooperatively with others;
• Safely operate powered equipment and hand tools;
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions;
• Establish and maintain effective, cooperative and respectful working relationships with all contacts;
• Exercise initiative and good judgment;

What we're looking for:

Minimum Education, Experience, and Training:

1. High school diploma or equivalent; one year of trade or technical school preferred AND
2. Two (2) years of experience in park services, public works, or related field, with emphasis on facility maintenance and/or specialized construction trade; OR
3. Any satisfactory combination of education, experience and training.

License:

1. Possession of, or ability to obtain valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days with an acceptable driving history as defined by district driving policy.

Supervision Received:

Works under the direction of a supervisor. Follows standard processes and procedures without supervision but confirms changes to standard practices and significant decisions in advance.

Supervision Exercised:

Supervision is not normally a responsibility of this classification.

Working Conditions:

The following are working conditions, including environmental and physical demands, required for this classification.

• Work is performed both indoors, outdoors and on ice sheet, and often involves working on or around mechanical systems.
• Use of machinery including ice resurfacer and edger
• Daily standing and walking on ice surface for sustained periods of time.
• May require working for emergency call-outs during off duty hours.
• Safety equipment, including shoes, gloves and eye protection are required.
• Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers, and constant use of hands and arms and may require overhead reaching.
• Exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical work includes climbing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, grasping, bending, keyboarding, and repetitive hand and feet motion.

Selection Process:

Applicants are screened based upon their relevant knowledge, abilities, skills, experience, and training. An offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by Bend Park & Recreation District policies, including a background check and a driving history review when driving is required for position.

Veteran Preference Status

Under Oregon law, veterans who meet minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for employment preference. To qualify for veterans’ preference, you must submit required documentation prior to the closing date of the recruitment. Veterans’ preference cannot be awarded without required documentation. Beginning January 1, 2026, certain preferences will also apply to current and former members of the Oregon National Guard. For more information on if you qualify for veterans’ preference visit https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/pages/veterans-preference.aspx

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Bend Park and Recreation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Bend Park & Recreation District Core Competencies:

Accountability Customer Service Orientation Safety Judgment and Decision Making Teamwork and Cooperation Results Orientation