What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ice Rink Operator/Grounds Maintainer position at Loomis Institute?
Loomis Chaffee School seeks an experienced full-time Rink Operator & Ice Maintenance Technician to oversee rink operations, ice maintenance, athletic support, and seasonal grounds activities. The primary responsibility is operation and maintenance of Savage Johnson Rink.
Rink Operations & Ice Maintenance (Primary Responsibility)
- Oversee daily rink operations and management.
- Maintain high-quality ice through resurfacing, edging, flooding, leveling, and dry shaving.
- Operate and maintain Mammoth Ice Maintenance equipment safely.
- Perform seasonal rink startup, ice installation, painting, and shutdown.
- Coordinate facility usage for practices, games, rentals, and events.
- Sharpen skates and maintain sharpening equipment.
- Maintain locker rooms, lobby, boards, glass, and spectator areas.
Athletic Facilities & Event Support
- Assist with athletic facility setup and breakdown.
- Support equipment management and event operations.
- Provide venue preparation and readiness support.
Grounds & Campus Support (Secondary Responsibility)
- Perform mowing, trimming, weeding, raking, and general grounds work.
- Assist with athletic field maintenance and landscaping.
- Support snow and ice removal operations.
- Assist other Physical Plant departments as needed.
Qualifications
- Valid driver license.
- Experience with rink operations and ice maintenance preferred.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends during hockey season.
This position offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package including but not limited to:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Long-term/short-term disability, retirement plan with match up to 10%. Generous vacation, sick and holiday time annually.
The Loomis Chaffee School does not discriminate against employees on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status or disability. This policy applies to, but is not limited to, admission, financial aid, employment, use of school facilities and participation in school activities.