Part-Time Zamboni Driver - Ice Rink Operations

About Chelsea Piers

At Chelsea Piers you will find colleagues who are passionate about what we do. Careers at Chelsea Piers offer unmatched facilities, excellent benefits, and proven career growth opportunities for people who are passionate about transforming the lives of our community through sports, fitness, and event experiences. 

The Opportunity

We are seeking both part-time and full-time Zamboni Drivers to join our Ice Rinks Maintenance Team. As a member of our Rink Operations team, you will play a critical role in maintaining the quality, safety, and presentation of our two full-size ice rinks. Our facilities are held to the highest standards in the region, and we are committed to delivering an exceptional on-ice experience for every athlete, guest, and member who walks through our doors. In this role, you will be responsible for performing timely and precise ice resurfacings throughout the day, maintaining rink cleanliness and overall housekeeping, and ensuring all ice maintenance equipment is operating safely and efficiently. You will also monitor compressor room systems and support routine maintenance to ensure optimal rink performance. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who take pride in their work, value teamwork, and thrive in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.

Schedule: Part-time, 5-20 hours per week, depending on availability; must be able to work closing shifts (4pm-1am) and at least one weekend evening.  

Compensation: $18 - $22 per hour, depending on experience

Primary Responsibilities

• Resurface ice at scheduled times and complete cuts in the ten-minute time period.
• Perform regularly scheduled ice maintenance to ensure consistent ice-depth around all areas of the rink.
• Edging, chopping, cross-cutting
• Clean and maintain the Zambonis in immaculate condition
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly and annual service on (2) Zamboni 552 electric and (1) Zamboni 550 Propane machines.
• Change blades on Zambonis
• Fix hazardous conditions on ice, boards and glass.
• Replace broken glass
• Check all rink doors are closing properly
• Fill out compressor log sheets at scheduled intervals. Note any inconsistencies and bring them to the attention of management
• Check cooling towers for leaks and proper operation on a daily basis, especially in the winter looking for ice build-up
• Check roof-top air dehumidifier units for proper operation. Troubleshoot as needed
• Perform work on the Rinks Task List. This will include all types of projects ranging from plumbing, light electrical, sheetrock, painting, fabricating furniture and/or equipment, etc.
• Interact with the customers inside the rinks and try to resolve any issues that may arise
• Check for wrist bands during open skating sessions to ensure everyone has paid

Benefits

• Complimentary Chelsea Piers Fitness membership
• Paid sick time 
• 401(K) matching (20 hours)
• Free access to LinkedIn Learning
• Free subscription to the Calm meditation app 

Qualifications

• 1 year of Zamboni Driving & Ice Rink Maintenance or other maintenance / operations-based experience preferred
• Ability to work days, nights and weekends as needed

This position is based at Chelsea Piers in Stamford, CT 

Chelsea Piers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $18 - $22