Ingalls Rink Operations Assistant

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Salary: $25.41

Job Requisition ID: 134137WD

Overview

This position consists of working 9 months at Ingalls Ice Rink and 3 months with the Yale Golf Course.

At Ice Rink, assists the daily operations at the facility to ensure safety, proper facility maintenance and effective coordination of all activities conducted at the facility. The primary purpose of this position is to support initiatives for the smooth operation of Ingalls Rink and Division I level facilities for varsity and recreational programs. Act as liaison as needed with physical plant (HVAC/refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, grounds, sheet metal, carpentry, etc.) and custodial services for all repairs and maintenance necessary to keep the facility operational and safe for users. Be able to operate and provide ice rink support with specialized rink equipment (i.e. Zamboni, Mammoth, edger) and flexibility to ensure scheduled rink events are covered. Assist Lead Rink Attendant with outside vendors for necessary preventative maintenance and repairs to specialized rink equipment. Responsible for assisting with the initial laying of ice (beginning of season) and removal of ice (end of season). Assists with and coordinates the activity of support staff and provides direction and feedback as needed. Assists with administrative tasks related to rentals and ice rink operations.

At golf course, assists with golf cart servicing and practice range servicing. Assists with tasks as needed related to golf course customer engagement and communication.

Flexible work schedule is required. Ability to work nights and weekends. Willingness to work primarily outdoors (golf course) and in colder temperature settings (ice rink).

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Ability to safely and effectively operate a Zamboni and other ice rink specific machinery (i.e. edger, glass cleaning). Extensive experience in Ice Resurfacing 2. (i.e. Zamboni, Mammoth) operations.

2. Effective written and oral communication skills with supervisors, employees, vendors (internal/external), coaches and spectators. Proficient in computer operation, Microsoft Office and Excel.

3. Advanced understanding of hockey rules and rink operations.

4. Ability to manage multiple demands, and ability to effectively follow-through on all assigned tasks. Superior customer service.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Enforces procedural rules and regulations. Monitors personal safety of athletic facility users.

2. Maintains logs and records of membership and activities. Schedules use of facility and equipment. Monitors compliance with schedules. Oversees and instructs support staff.

3. Maintains security of facility and equipment. Opens and closes facility ensuring that users have left the premises. Inspects and maintains the general condition of facilities.

4. Performs light cleaning and minor repairs.

5. Completes financial and administrative forms. Operates, maintains and dispenses specialized equipment, tools, and vehicles.

6. Performs additional functions incidental to athletic attendant activities.

Required Education and Experience: Two years of related work experience and a high school level education; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Location

73 Sachem Street, New Haven, Connecticut

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check.

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department.

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