Sr. Ice Tech

St. Lawrence University; Town of Canton (NY); On-site; USD 24,920 - 33,682; Full time

Job summary

St. Lawrence University in New York seeks a Sr. Ice Tech to manage the ice arena, perform resurfacing, and supervise Ice Technicians and cleaners. The role requires coordinating with university staff and delivering high-quality ice maintenance for events and hockey seasons.

Responsibilities include training staff, measuring ice thickness, monitoring refrigeration readings, and ensuring safe operation of ice resurfacing equipment. Flex schedule with overtime during hockey seasons is expected.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow verbal and printed instructions.
• Ability to work with chemicals.
• Ability to communicate with and coordinate the work of others.
• Requires lifting a minimum of 45 lbs.
• Must be able to meet university requirements to drive university vehicles and safely operate ice resurfacing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and install ice sheet painted to NCAA specs, perform safe ice resurfacing and maintain electric Zamboni.
• Provide training to Ice Technicians as needed.
• Edge ice daily, measure ice thickness, and maintain uniform pad thickness.
• Monitor and record refrigeration system readings and oil levels.
• Inspect arena daily and submit work orders for repairs.
• Direct Ice Technicians on scheduling, locker room assignments, cleaning duties, event set ups, etc.
• Must deliver excellent customer service.
• Assigns and directs the work of Ice Technicians, Cleaners, and other University employees doing this type of work.
• IN- SEASON -IT IS EXPECTED TO WORK OVERTIME FOR MEN’S AND WOMEN’S HOCKEY.

Skills

Follow instructions

Chemicals handling

Communication

Driving university vehicles

Physical effort

Tools

Ice resurfacing equipment

Job description

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background (including criminal records) check.

Position Information

Position Title

Sr. Ice Tech

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Primary Responsibilities

Purpose & Primary Function

Performs work in the care, cleaning and housekeeping of all University buildings in accordance with established work procedures. Work is generally confined to smaller units on campus and the ice arena, requiring occasional assistance from and coordination of the efforts of Ice Technicians, Cleaners, and other University employees doing this type of work and verifies work time.

Primary duties include:

• Coordinate and install ice sheet painted to NCAA specs, perform safe ice resurfacing and maintain electric Zamboni.
• Provide training to Ice Technicians as needed.
• Edge ice daily, measure ice thickness, and maintain uniform pad thickness.
• Monitor and record refrigeration system readings and oil levels.
• Inspect arena daily and submit work orders for repairs.
• Direct Ice Technicians on scheduling, locker room assignments, cleaning duties, event set ups, etc..
• Must deliver excellent customer service.
• Assigns and directs the work of Ice Technicians, Cleaners, and other University employees doing this type of work.

IN- SEASON -IT IS EXPECTED TO WORK OVERTIME FOR MEN’S AND WOMEN’S HOCKEY .

Schedule: Flexible Schedule, Tuesday-Saturday, 7am-3:30pm

Days Off: Monday/Sunday

Location: Appleton, Karpus and as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to follow verbal and printed instructions and obtain identified training. Ability to work with chemicals. Ability to communicate with and coordinate the work of others. Requires lifting a minimum of 45 lbs., bending, pushing and pulling. Must be able to meet University requirements to be authorized to drive University vehicles as assigned and safely operate ice resurfacing equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experienced Sr. Ice Technicians and Ice Technicians will be given preference.

Salary SEIU Level D $18.09 - $24.45. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Status (FT, PT, Seasonal, Temp)

Status (FT, PT, Seasonal, Temp) Full-time (12 months)

Posting Number

Posting Number ST01486

Desired Start Date

Open Date (to accept applications)

Close Date (date applications will not be considered)

Open Until Filled Yes

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