Zamboni Driver​/Venue Operations Associate

The Zamboni Driver plays a critical role in maintaining professional-grade ice conditions that meet Ontario Hockey League (OHL) standards. This position is ideal for candidates with experience in ice rink operations, mechanical systems, and facility maintenance. If you take pride in your work and enjoy being behind the scenes of high-energy events, we’d love to have you on our team.

• Ice Maintenance: Operate the Zamboni to resurface the ice, conduct edging, flooding, and painting to maintain peak conditions.
• Equipment Care: Perform daily and monthly maintenance on the Zamboni and other ice-related equipment.
• Safety Compliance: Follow all safety procedures and protocols while operating machinery and maintaining the ice surface.
• Facility Support: Assist with general building upkeep including snow removal, trash management, lawn care, and event setup/teardown.
• Log Keeping: Maintain accurate records of maintenance schedules, repairs, and resurfacing logs.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with the operations and maintenance team to ensure timely task completion and event readiness.
• Additional Duties: Support other operational areas of the facility as assigned.
• Complete assigned work orders in a timely and efficient manner
• Support daily facility operations and ensure readiness for upcoming events
• Assist with general building maintenance, repair, and upkeep
• Perform event setup and tear-down, including furniture and equipment movement
• Follow all preventive maintenance and energy management programs
• Operate tools, equipment, and vehicles safely (forklift/snow plow experience is a plus)
• Identify potential issues and report concerns to management promptly
• Maintain compliance with all safety policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager

Education: High school diploma or GED required

Experience: Minimum 1–2 years operating a Zamboni or managing ice rink maintenance preferred

Technical

Skills:

Understanding of ice resurfacing techniques, refrigeration systems, and basic mechanical/electrical equipment

Licensing: Valid driver’s license required

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., work on your feet for long periods, and perform duties in cold environments and during physically demanding conditions

Availability: Must be available to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Environment: Work is performed in cold conditions around ice rinks and mechanical equipment, with exposure to moving machinery, airborne particles, and slippery surfaces

Must be physically capable of performing manual labor tasks for extended periods

Regularly required to walk, stand, climb, kneel, bend, lift, and operate equipment

May be exposed to weather conditions, fumes, noise, and crowded public areas

• Flexible scheduling based on event calendar
• Employee discounts on concessions and merchandise
• Complimentary event tickets for friends and family (based on availability)
• Work behind the scenes at Flint Firebirds games, concerts, and other major events