Game Day Ice Crew
About the role
The Trenton Ironhawks are members of the ECHL and play home games at CURE Insurance Arena in Trenton, New Jersey. The Ironhawks are entering their inaugural season in 2026-27 as the ECHL affiliate of the New York Islanders and the AHL’s Hamilton Hammers. The Ironhawks are bringing professional hockey back to Trenton and are committed to creating an exciting, high-energy game day experience for fans throughout New Jersey and the surrounding region. We are seeking dependable, hardworking individuals to join our Ice Crew team at CURE Insurance Arena. This is a hands‑on, game day position responsible for helping maintain a safe, clean, and game‑ready playing surface before, during, and after Ironhawks games. This is a volunteer, in‑person role based in Trenton, NJ.
Responsibilities
- Skate on the ice during game stoppages to perform snow and ice removal using snow shovels, scrapers, buckets, and other ice maintenance equipment.
- Maintain ECHL ice requirements and maintenance during gameplay.
- Support in‑game promotions and fan engagement activities (e.g. Teddy Bear Toss, Chuck‑A‑Puck, etc.).
- Represent the Ironhawks and CURE Insurance Arena in a professional manner at all times.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Ability to comfortably skate during live game situations and work around players, officials, equipment, and other personnel.
- Previous hockey or skating experience strongly preferred.
- Ability to safely lift, push, pull, and maneuver nets and other rink equipment.
- Skates will NOT be provided – all candidates must bring and use their own skates.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Comfortability working in cold environments for extended periods of time.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow detailed procedures.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a game operations team.
- Professionalism, reliability, and punctuality.
Schedule
- Ability to work non‑traditional hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.