Zamboni Driver / Maintenance

Zamboni Driver / Maintenance

Farmington Hills, MI 48335; Macomb, MI 48042; Novi, MI 48375; Rochester, MI 48307; Royal Oak, MI 48073

Overview

Position Type Part Time

Description

Job Summary

The Zamboni Driver is responsible for maintaining safe, high-quality ice surfaces for skating, hockey, and figure skating programs by operating ice resurfacing equipment and performing routine arena maintenance. This hands-on position part-time position is crucial to the overall success of arena operations and customer satisfaction.

Ice Maintenance

• Operate ice resurfacing equipment (Zamboni or Olympia) to clean and resurface the ice sheet before, during, and after sessions.
• Monitor ice quality and make adjustments to water levels, blade depth, and edging as needed.
• Perform edging, shaving, and patching to maintain ice integrity.
• Maintain logs of resurfacings, ice temps, and equipment maintenance.

Facility Operations & Maintenance

• Perform general maintenance tasks such as cleaning locker rooms, lobbies, restrooms, and player benches.
• Monitor building systems (lighting, refrigeration, HVAC, and fire alarms) and report issues to management.
• Assist with snow removal from ice resurfacer bays and outdoor walkways.
• Support setup and breakdown for events, games, or rentals.

Equipment Care

• Conduct pre- and post-use checks on the ice resurfacer.
• Clean, refuel, and safely store equipment after each use.
• Assist with routine maintenance or minor repairs.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort with machinery.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and operate equipment responsibly.
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Prior experience operating a Zamboni or Olympia resurfacer.
• Knowledge of ice refrigeration systems.
• Forklift or other machinery operation experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work in cold environments and on wet/slippery surfaces.
• Stand, walk, bend, and operate machinery for extended periods.

Why You Want to Join Our Team

• Collaborative and supportive
• Opportunities to grow and learn new tools and systems
• Flexibility with scheduling to allow work life balance
• Key member of a fast paced and fun environment
• We are FUN!