Zamboni Operator | Part-Time | PPL Center

Oak View Group; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) matching

Job summary

Oak View Group is seeking a Zamboni Operator at the PPL Center in Allentown, PA to perform ice maintenance and related facility duties for events. The role requires training on Zamboni resurfacing and adherence to safety standards, with responsibilities including ice conditioning, installation/removal, and event conversions.

The position is part-time with an hourly rate of $14.00 to $19.00, and follows a schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be a trained operator for Zamboni Ice Resurfacing machines.
• Strong understanding of OSHA rules and regulations.
• Must be comfortable working in very cold or very hot conditions for long periods of time.
• Must be able to stand, bend, and stoop for long periods of time.
• Must be able to climb stairs/ladders.
• Ability to adhere to building policies and event requirements.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions as well as communicate effectively with others.
• Must be able to work long, irregular hours to include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for occasional maintenance and repair of rink equipment, to include, but not limited to: Zamboni, dasher system, subfloor, tempered glass, acrylic glass, safety netting, Jet Ice systems, edgers, goal nets, etc.
• Work with the facilities department to provide optimal ice conditions for all ice events.
• Oversee aspects of ice installation and removal.
• Assist the operations department to expedite event conversions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Zamboni operation

OSHA compliance

Cold/heat tolerance

Stamina

Stair/ladder work

Follow instructions

Flexible hours

Job description

Oak View Group Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

Oak View Group Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

Position Summary

The Zamboni Operator will perform general labor duties as assigned. Duties include but are not limited to building conversions for various events and familiarity with all aspects of facility operations and maintenance in addition to ice making, ice maintenance, and repair.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $14.00 to $19.00

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until November 6, 2026.

About The Venue

This position is based at the PPL Center. PPL Center is a state-of-the-art multipurpose venue in downtown Allentown, PA. The arena seats more than 10,000 for concerts and more than 8,500 for Lehigh Valley Phantoms professional hockey games, making it the region's largest events venue. The amenities-packed PPL Center, which includes more than 50 premium spaces (suites, loges, and party areas) depending on the event, will host more than 150 events each year, offering something for everyone, including the Phantoms, the AHL affiliate to the NHL Philadelphia Flyers; concerts; family shows; trade shows; youth sports; high school and collegiate events; Disney on Ice; conferences; graduations; and many more events. PPL Center is currently the main catalyst to the revitalization and growth of downtown Allentown.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for occasional maintenance and repair of rink equipment, to include, but not limited to: Zamboni, dasher system, subfloor, tempered glass, acrylic glass, safety netting, Jet Ice systems, edgers, goal nets, etc.
• Work with the facilities department to provide optimal ice conditions for all ice events.
• Oversee aspects of ice installation and removal.
• Assist the operations department to expedite event conversions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be a trained operator for Zamboni Ice Resurfacing machines.
• Strong understanding of OSHA rules and regulations.
• Must be comfortable working in very cold or very hot conditions for long periods of time.
• Must be able to stand, bend, and stoop for long periods of time.
• Must be able to climb stairs/ladders.
• Ability to adhere to building policies and event requirements.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions as well as communicate effectively with others.
• Must be able to work long, irregular hours to include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.