Ice Maintenance Specialist

Hiring Range is $42,065 - $49,708 annually based on qualifications, education and experience as it relates to the position.

Under the close supervision of the Facility Maintenance Lead - Ice,this position is responsible for providing/maintaining quality ice conditions and maintenance of the ice rink surfaces and surroundingfacilities (Zamboni garages, walkways, glass, boards, etc.) whilekeeping events on time according to the ice events schedule. This position also has opening and/or closing responsibilities. Performs duties in a manner consistent with the stated values of the organization.

• Responsible for ice maintenance including resurfacing, edging,flooding, filling holes, chipping ice along dasher boards, and maintaining proper ice thickness as required by usage.
• Operates mechanical equipment including but not limited to iceresurfacer, ice edger, etc.
• Monitors ice chiller system including filling logs, adding oil tocompressors, adding brine when needed, testing brine solutionlevels, and evaluating ice plant.
• Maintains ice resurfacing machines including appearance, changingblades, greasing parts, battery upkeep, and changing oil (edger).
• Responsible for cleaning up and changing broken glass. Maintains and repairs hockey nets.
• Maintains and repairs dasher system and glass.
• Responsible for identifying and performing routine and preventative maintenance needs through inspecting and proceeding toclean, lubricate, tighten, adjust, and replace worn or damaged partsof equipment.
• Cleans rink boards, glass and players benches as needed.
• Performs ice arena upkeep including cleaning locker rooms,bathrooms, players benches, and flooring, taking out trash, andresurfacing garages.
• May provide direction to part-time staff, contractors and/or volunteers as assigned.
• Ensures security of facility during all shifts by followingopening and closing security procedures.
• Responsible for performing ice cuts on time and when scheduled inorder to keep ice events on schedule.
• Provides backup support as needed to cover for absent employee sand to ensure operations continue smoothly.
• Informs supervisor of identified specialized maintenance needs.
• Responds tactfully, respectfully and in a timely manner to inquiries, concerns and problems in person, through email, phone andmail by providing helpful information and explanations in-line with District policies and procedures. Thoughtfully handlesconfrontational or stressful interactions.
• Develops and maintains professional relationships with District employees, vendors, and various outside user groups and associations.
• Attends work on a regular, reliable and punctual basis.
• Must work varied hours that may include evenings, weekends, andsome holidays.
• Monitors, reads, and records ice floor and ice surfacetemperature, air temperature, humidity levels, compressors and otherice plant performance metrics and service records.
• Observes necessary precautions to assure general public safety;inspects ice conditions for safety and maintenance needs.
• Recognizes emergency and dangerous situations by reacting quickly and calmly; administers first aid as needed. Completes Accident/Incident report.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, trainings, and orientations.

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive duties of the position. Incumbents may be required to follow any other instructions, and to perform anyother related duties, as may be required.

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Six (6) months of experience working in facility ice operations and/or maintenance. One (1) year of experience preferred.
• Any combination of experience, training and education that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position may be considered.

• CPR, AED and First Aid certifications or the ability to obtain upon hire.
• Mandatory Reporting certification, or the ability to obtain within
  30 days.
• A valid Colorado Driver License or the ability to obtain uponhireand maintain an acceptable driving record preferred.

• Working knowledge of the techniques and equipment involved in custodial maintenance, preventative maintenance and the operations of an ice rink. Equipment includes but is not limited to the Zamboni machines, ice edger, ice compressors, cooling towers andboiler units.
• Must have strong written and oral communication skills to understand and execute oral and written instructions.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software including Excel,Word, and Outlook.
• Must be highly motivated and take direction well.
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced andhigh-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to provide outstanding customer service, establish and maintain effective working relationships, and…