Weekend Zamboni Operator

Holland, City of (MI); Holland (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Holland is seeking a seasonal Ice Park Maintenance Worker to supervise daily operations and maintain high-quality ice conditions at the Holland Ice Park. You will operate ice resurfacing and related equipment, clean public areas, and assist with setup, teardown, and program support.

The role requires working one of several shifts on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday evenings, with eligibility to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks in winter conditions.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Previous experience in facility or equipment maintenance preferred.
• Knowledge of ice rink operations is helpful but not required (training provided).
• Ability to operate light machinery and perform manual labor in cold environments.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ice quality by resurfacing, edging, and ice maintenance tasks.
• Operate and maintain ice resurfacing machines, snow blowers, and related equipment.
• Clean and restock restrooms, locker rooms, and public spaces.
• Maintain building interior/exterior including pavilion areas and skate rental space.
• Ensure public safety by monitoring ice conditions and enforcing policies.
• Provide excellent customer service to patrons and program participants.
• Assist with skate sharpening, rentals, and minor equipment repairs as needed.
• Complete opening/closing duties and end-of-day reports.
• Support Parks & Recreation staff during special events and community programming.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Teamwork

Light machinery operation

Winter conditions endurance

Tools

Ice resurfacing machines

Snow blowers

Job description

This is a seasonal position under the supervision of the Recreation Maintenance Supervisor. The Ice Park Maintenance staff will be responsible for daily operations and maintenance of the Holland Ice Park facility. This includes maintaining safe and high-quality ice conditions, operating ice resurfacing and maintenance equipment, cleaning public areas, assisting with facility setup and teardown, and supporting public skating and program operations.

Schedule

Must be able to work one of the following shifts: Friday Evening (5p - 8p), Saturday Evening (5p - 8p) or Sunday (10a - 6p)

• Maintain ice quality by performing resurfacing, edging, and other ice maintenance tasks as needed.
• Operate and maintain ice resurfacing machines, snow blowers, and other related equipment.
• Clean and restock restrooms, locker rooms, and other public spaces on a regular schedule.
• Maintain the building interior and exterior, including pavilion areas and skate rental space.
• Ensure public safety by monitoring ice conditions and facility use, reporting hazards, and enforcing policies.
• Provide excellent customer service to patrons and program participants.
• Assist with skate sharpening, skate rentals, and minor equipment repairs as needed.
• Complete opening and closing duties, secure the facility, and perform end-of-day reports.
• Support Parks & Recreation staff during special events and community programming at the Ice Park.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Previous experience in facility or equipment maintenance preferred.

Knowledge of ice rink operations is helpful but not required (training provided).

Ability to operate light machinery and perform manual labor in cold environments.

Strong attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork skills.

Must be able to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical work in winter conditions.

Schedule

Must be able to work one of the following shifts: Friday Evening (5p - 8p), Saturday Evening (5p - 8p) or Sunday (10a - 6p)