Game Day & Arena Operations – Zamboni Operator

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Job Summary

The Zamboni Operator oversees the evening operations of the ice arena. This includes driving the Zamboni ice resurfacer light cleaning and closing the facility at the conclusion of the days schedule. This is an hourly part-time seasonal position August through April. The Zamboni Operator performs duties during nights and weekends during the RPI hockey season.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Drivers Licensewith a record of safe and responsible driving
• Ability to safely operate equipment in tight spaces
• Demonstrated reliability and punctuality with flexibility to cover occasional evening and weekend hours
• Basic mechanical aptitude to recognize and report equipment issues

Applicants must meet stated minimum education and experience requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Zamboni or Olympia ice resurfacer driving experience

Minimum Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work with a diverse community.
• Clear and effective communication skills
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks effectively.

Job Duties

• Drive Zamboni ice resurfacer with a high degree of skill in order to maintain a quality sheet of ice.
• Keep ice events on schedule and oversee evening operations of the ice arena.
• Maintain facilitys cleanliness.
• Exhibit superior customer service skills while dealing with a diverse community.
• Performs other related duties as directed by the Field House Supervisor

Shift

Non Standard Shift: Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required

Employment is on-call as needed from August through April with an anticipated average of up to 20 hours per week during the SeptemberMarch hockey season.

Driving

Non passenger driving between campus locations

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $17.50 - $18.25 per hour

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidates salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget internal equity and the final candidates qualifications experience education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaers good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process please contact

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaers Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth a comprehensive and affordable benefits package and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information please visitBenefits Human Resources ().