Ice Garden Specialist

About the role

Under the guidance of the Facility Supervisor, the Ice Garden Specialist (previously called Zamboni Driver) is responsible for maintaining a quality ice surface through scheduled resurfacings and other assigned ice maintenance at the Bloomington Ice Garden. The Ice Garden Specialist is responsible for the cleanliness of locker rooms, bathrooms, lobbies, bleachers and hallways, as well as other assigned areas. This is a part-time, year-round position.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ice rink, locker rooms, bleachers and surrounding areas as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Maintain facility schedule by following posted resurfacing times.
• Perform cleaning as needed to maintain the facility and its surroundings in a clean and respectable condition.
• Work as a team member to ensure the entire building is cleaned, stocked and ready for the next day's operation.
• Communicate with supervisor and other staff members any concerns and/or needs of the building and its equipment.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with staff and supervisors.
• Provide customer service, share information and solve issues with the general public.
• Complete all other duties as assigned by the Ice Garden Supervisor, or other full-time arena employees.
• Staff the rink office and sharpen skates, answer calls, use the point of sale system and other office tasks.
• Shovel and salt sidewalks and exits to maintain safe entrance and egress.
• Assist in the opening or closing of the building as needed.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to follow written and oral direction.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Ability to work in cold air and outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• Experience operating ice resurfacing equipment (desirable).
• Experience sharpening skates (desirable).

Pay

Salary range: $17.44 - $20.40 per hour (starting wage noted as $17.44 - $18.86 per hour).

Schedule

Part‑time, year‑round position: 8‑24 hours per week. The Bloomington Ice Garden is open from 6 a.m. through 11 p.m. most days, including weekends and holidays; hours vary based on ice and facility rentals. Availability for nights and weekends is required.

Benefits

• Part‑time, non‑exempt position; not eligible for standard benefits.
• Ongoing part‑time employees employed >6 months contribute to the pension program (PERA) via payroll deductions (unless exempt).
• Eligible for Paid‑time Off (PTO) at the rate outlined in the employee handbook.
• Eligible for paid parental leave after 6 months of employment.
• Temporary/seasonal employees