Zamboni Driver / Maintenance

Suburban Ice Macomb; Farmington Hills (MI); Hybride; USD 19 000 - 30 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Suburban Ice Macomb is seeking a hands-on Zamboni Driver/Maintenance staff member to keep ice surfaces safe and high quality for skating, hockey, and figure skating programs. This part-time role requires operating resurfacing equipment and performing arena maintenance across multiple facilities in Farmington Hills and surrounding Michigan locations.

You will monitor ice quality, perform routine maintenance, assist with event setup, and contribute to overall arena operations and guest

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort with machinery.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and operate equipment responsibly.
• Reliable, detail-oriented and able to work independently.
• Able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Prior experience operating a Zamboni or Olympia resurfacer.
• Knowledge of ice refrigeration systems.
• Forklift or other machinery operation experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work in cold environments and on wet/slippery surfaces.

Responsabilités

• Operate ice resurfacing equipment to clean and resurface the ice sheet before, during, and after sessions.
• Monitor ice quality and adjust water levels, blade depth, and edging as needed.
• Perform edging, shaving, and patching to maintain ice integrity.
• Maintain logs of resurfacings, ice temps, and equipment maintenance.
• Perform general maintenance tasks such as cleaning locker rooms, lobbies, restrooms, and benches.
• Monitor building systems (lighting, refrigeration, HVAC, fire alarms) and report issues.
• Assist with snow removal from resurfacer bays and outdoor walkways.
• Support setup and breakdown for events, games, or rentals.
• Conduct pre- and post-use checks on the ice resuracer; clean, refuel, and store equipment.

Connaissances

Mechanical aptitude

Safety protocols

Independence

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Outils

Zamboni resurfacer

Olympia resurfacer

Equipment maintenance

Forklift operation

Description du poste

Zamboni Driver / Maintenance # Zamboni Driver / MaintenanceHot JobFarmington Hills, MI 48335; Macomb, MI 48042; Novi, MI 48375; Rochester, MI 48307; Royal Oak, MI 48073## OverviewPosition TypePart Time## Description**Job Summary**The **Zamboni Driver** is responsible for maintaining safe, high-quality ice surfaces for skating, hockey, and figure skating programs by operating ice resurfacing equipment and performing routine arena maintenance. This hands-on position part-time position is crucial to the overall success of arena operations and customer satisfaction.**Ice Maintenance*** Operate ice resurfacing equipment (Zamboni or Olympia) to clean and resurface the ice sheet before, during, and after sessions.* Monitor ice quality and make adjustments to water levels, blade depth, and edging as needed.* Perform edging, shaving, and patching to maintain ice integrity.* Maintain logs of resurfacings, ice temps, and equipment maintenance.**Facility Operations & Maintenance*** Perform general maintenance tasks such as cleaning locker rooms, lobbies, restrooms, and player benches.* Monitor building systems (lighting, refrigeration, HVAC, and fire alarms) and report issues to management.* Assist with snow removal from ice resurfacer bays and outdoor walkways.* Support setup and breakdown for events, games, or rentals.**Equipment Care*** Conduct pre- and post-use checks on the ice resurfacer.* Clean, refuel, and safely store equipment after each use.* Assist with routine maintenance or minor repairs.## Qualifications**Qualifications*** Must be at least 18 years old.* Valid driver’s license preferred.* Mechanical aptitude and comfort with machinery.* Ability to follow safety protocols and operate equipment responsibly.* Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.* Able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.* Prior experience operating a Zamboni or Olympia resurfacer.* Knowledge of ice refrigeration systems.* Forklift or other machinery operation experience.* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.* Work in cold environments and on wet/slippery surfaces.* Stand, walk, bend, and operate machinery for extended periods.**Why You Want to Join Our Team*** Collaborative and supportive* Opportunities to grow and learn new tools and systems* Flexibility with scheduling to allow work life balance* Key member of a fast paced and fun environment* We are FUN!