Super Rink Operations Manager

National Sports Center; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

National Sports Center in Blaine, MN is seeking a Facilities Operations Lead to oversee daily ice operations, supervise the operations team, and ensure safe, high-quality ice conditions for all events and activities.

The role involves coordinating preventive maintenance, monitoring HVAC and building systems, and leading staff to uphold safety, cleanliness, and operational readiness. Strong teamwork and customer-service focus are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily ice operations to ensure safe, consistent, and high-quality ice conditions.
• Monitor and maintain ice quality, thickness, and temperature.
• Ensure routine maintenance is performed on ice resurfacing equipment and coordinate preventative maintenance schedules.
• Monitor refrigeration and ice plant systems and communicate maintenance needs to leadership.
• Provide day-to-day leadership, direction, and coaching for Facility Specialists, Ice Technicians, and custodial staff.
• Coordinate facility setup and teardown for games, tournaments, practices, and special events.
• Ensure the operations team is prepared to support scheduled events and daily programming.

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Ice Operations

• Lead daily ice operations to ensure safe, consistent, and high-quality ice conditions.
• Monitor and maintain ice quality, thickness, and temperature.
• Ensure routine maintenance is performed on ice resurfacing equipment and coordinate preventative maintenance schedules.
• Monitor refrigeration and ice plant systems and communicate maintenance needs to leadership.
• Assist with troubleshooting ice-making equipment and coordinate repairs as needed.

Facility Operations & Maintenance

• Direct the daily work of the operations team to ensure maintenance tasks are completed efficiently and to established standards.
• Perform and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance for the facility.
• Assist with the maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and building systems.
• Identify facility maintenance needs and communicate recommendations for repairs or improvements.
• Maintain high standards for facility cleanliness, appearance, and operational readiness.
• Provide day-to-day leadership, direction, and coaching for Facility Specialists, Ice Technicians, and custodial staff.
• Schedule, assign, and prioritize daily work assignments.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment focused on accountability, safety, and customer service.
• Ensure staff follow operational procedures and safety standards.
• Assist with employee training and onboarding.

Safety and Compliance

• Promote a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and applicable local, state, and federal requirements.
• Follow and reinforce established safety procedures and emergency response protocols.
• Assist with required inspections, recordkeeping, and maintenance documentation.
• Respond to facility emergencies and operational issues as needed.

Inventory and Operational Support

• Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies, chemicals, tools, and equipment.
• Assist with purchasing routine maintenance materials and supplies.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce unnecessary costs.

Event Support

• Coordinate facility setup and teardown for games, tournaments, practices, and special events.
• Ensure the operations team is prepared to support scheduled events and daily programming.
• Collaborate with arena leadership to provide outstanding service to customers, user groups, and tenants.
• Provide on-call operational support during major events and facility emergencies as needed.