Zamboni Driver | Part-Time | PeoplesBank Arena

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world‑class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

The position of Zamboni Driver is responsible for the ice rink, proper safe operation of the ice resurfacer (Zamboni), and maintenance of all areas pertaining to and/or involved in maintaining a quality sheet of ice for a professional hockey team. The Zamboni Driver reports to the Operations Manager.

Hourly rate: $18.68–$20.35 (per CBA). The position will remain open until August 28, 2026.

Benefits information is governed by the applicable union agreement.

Peoples Bank Arena is Connecticut’s premier destination for sports & entertainment. The 15,000+ seat downtown arena is home to the eleventh‑time National Champion UConn Women’s Basketball team and the six‑time National Champion UConn Men’s Basketball team. It also serves as home to the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack, the primary developmental affiliate of the New York Rangers.

Peoples Bank Arena entertains millions of visitors annually with concerts, family shows, ice‑skating spectaculars, consumer events, and trade shows. The venue has hosted world‑renowned artists such as Taylor Swift, Justin Timberlake, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, Pearl Jam, Black Eyed Peas, Britney Spears, and Drake.

• Perform general physical labor associated with setup and breakdown for events, including ice installation, ice maintenance, glass repair, and rink repair.
• Make repairs as directed by the Operations Manager.
• Operate a forklift truck.
• Drive the Zamboni during hockey games, maintaining the ice to AHL and/or NCAA standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Strong communicator, effective verbally and in written format to management, staff, and clients.
• Organized, able to prioritize, and possess strong time‑management skills.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to undertake and complete multiple tasks.
• Attention to detail and service orientation.
• Strong customer‑service orientation and teamwork.
• Prior experience driving a Zamboni required.
• Prior experience with ice maintenance.
• Previous facility operations experience is a plus.
• Regularly lift and move heavy objects.
• Capable of performing strenuous physical duties—lifting, carrying, moving, climbing.
• Physical ability to stand, stoop, lift, and walk for prolonged periods.
• The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
• Work may require moving around the facility, standing for long hours during events, talking, and hearing. This position may require work inside or outside the building as needed for events.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to, veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.