WCA Crew

About the role

The Whittemore Center is a multi-use entertainment & sporting venue, and home to University of New Hampshire Men's and Women's Hockey Programs – the UNH Wildcats. Crew & Ice Operators are trained to operate ice resurfacing equipment and assist with tasks related to the daily operations of the facility. Crew members work both in a team setting, such as on Game Days, or independently during ice rentals with guidance and direction of WCA management.

Responsibilities

• Operates ice resurfacing equipment during UNH Home Games & ice rentals
• Assist with a wide range of arena maintenance as needed (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, etc.)
• Perform ice maintenance duties as assigned
• Ensure building equipment and public use areas are safe and accessible, including snow removal in parking area and arena entrances
• Serve as point of contact or as building supervisor during ice rentals and in the absence of professional staff
• Open and close facility as scheduled
• Ensures building is locked and secured when closing
• Assist with set-ups and breakdown of events and facility function areas
• Light janitorial duties such as cleaning hockey glass and boards, or clean up of locker rooms between rentals
• Follows all applicable safety rules and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in arena operations and/or operating ice resurfacing equipment preferred
• All candidates must possess a strong work ethic, a high level of professionalism and commitment to the University and their fellow WCA Crew members on staff

Schedule

10-15 hours per week. Specific hours are dependent based on programming needs. Must be available to work nights and weekends.

Pay

Pay Range $14 - $18 /hour