Temporary Rink Assistant

Cornell University; Ithaca (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Cornell University is seeking an ice rink operations assistant for Lynah Rink. The role includes operating and maintaining the ice resurfacer (Zamboni), monitoring ice quality, sharpening skates, and handling facility upkeep, custodial duties, skate rental operations, and event support for men’s and women’s intercollegiate hockey games.

The position requires hands-on training to safely operate equipment, maintain NCAA Division I ice conditions, and perform preventive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the ice resurfacer (Zamboni).
• Monitor and maintain ice quality and safety standards.
• Perform skate sharpening.
• Conduct facility maintenance and custodial duties.
• Manage skate rental operations.
• Provide event support for men’s and women’s intercollegiate ice hockey games.

Job description

Student and Campus Life (SCL) inspires transformation in all Cornell students on their journey of individual, academic and personal evolution. Our division is comprised of leading student affairs experts who support our campus on pressing student life matters including public service, health, wellbeing, connection and belonging, residential living, food services, sports, recreation, career services, and student activities and organizations including sorority and fraternity life. We provide support and services to roughly 25,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students on multiple campuses in the U.S. and abroad.

Cornell University is an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Ivy League. The university fields teams in 37 intercollegiate sports and provides a comprehensive physical education program. The university is committed to excellence in academics and athletics, gender equity and diversity in its programs, and a well-balanced, broad-based intercollegiate athletics program. Athletics and Physical Education offers a diverse program of physical and outdoor education, recreational services, intramural sports and intercollegiate athletic competition, plus Wellness programs for faculty and staff, fitness centers and fitness classes for the entire Cornell community.

As part of the rink operations team, this position performs specialized ice maintenance and arena operations duties essential to the successful operation of Lynah Rink. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining the ice resurfacer (Zamboni), monitoring and maintaining ice quality and safety standards, skate sharpening, facility maintenance, custodial duties, skate rental operations, and event support for men’s and women’s intercollegiate ice hockey games.

This position requires extensive hands‑on training to safely operate costly ice maintenance machinery, maintain professional‑quality ice conditions for NCAA Division I competition, and perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of rink equipment. Successful performance requires technical knowledge, sound judgment, attention to safety protocols, and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment. The position calls for being in a standing position for extended periods of time.

*Pay rate: $20.00/hour. Please note that this position is not eligible for benefits or visa sponsorship.

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