Athletics Facilities Maintenance & Ice Rink Manager

Department: Athletics Department

FLSA: Exempt

Designation: Full-time

Schedule: Calendar year with some weekend hours.

Reports to: Athletics Director

Travel: Minimal

Schedule: As a professional management role this position requires flexibility to maintain facility coverage operational responsiveness and resolution of emergent facility needs. Non-ice season hours are generally Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. During the ice rink season (November 1 through early March) the schedule is generally four weekday shifts and one full weekend day with additional evening or event coverage as dictated by athletics schedules facility demands and operational necessity. The position is considered essential to operations during inclement weather or other emergencies.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Athletics Facilities Maintenance & Ice Rink Manager for the Mars Athletic Center (MAC) provides hands-on operational leadership facility oversight and maintenance staff management for the athletic facilities. As a working manager they ensure operational excellence staff cross-training and seamless operational continuity.

The Athletics Facilities Maintenance & Ice Rink Manager coordinates closely with the Director of Athletics to oversee MAC facility maintenance. They direct all ice rink operations serving as the lead for ice maintenance ammonia refrigeration safety and event coverage. They oversee equipment facility readiness compliance and safety and support for practices games tournaments rentals and other programs.

During non-ice periods the position oversees and supports athletic maintenance operations within the Mars Athletic Center and other assigned athletics facilities. These responsibilities include seasonal facility conversions event setup and breakdown equipment and storage organization facility inspections and custodial services and general operational support. This is a working-manager role setting the example for operational excellence.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Athletics Facilities Management Support

• Lead mentor and supervise MAC maintenance staff and rink staff while the ice is down.
  • Ensure staff are cross-trained in all MAC maintenance and custodial duties to ensure operational flexibility and continuity.
  • Coordinate staff scheduling for optimal coverage minimizing overtime wherever possible.
  • Proactively build and refine facility operational procedures.
• Lead conversion of Dwyer Rink between ice indoor turf summer programming and event configurations.
• Support operational readiness throughout the Mars Athletic Center and other assigned athletics spaces.
• Lead setup breakdown and reset for games tournaments camps community use and School events.
• Lead athletics equipment movement receiving storage inventory and distribution.
• Lead custodial operations for the entire athletic facility.
• Conduct routine facility inspections and report safety maintenance access or cleanliness concerns.
• Lead the equipment-room laundry building-access and related Athletics functions.
• Support other Athletics facility projects and seasonal operating needs as directed.

Rink Management

• Manage overall ice rink operations staff and vendor scheduling daily workflow and facility coverage.
• Supervise train and mentor rink technicians in all aspects of rink maintenance.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience necessary to serve as the operational lead for maintaining the ammonia refrigeration system in compliance with OSHA requirements and other applicable regulations in partnership with qualified outside service professionals Facilities Services and Safety and Security.
• Ensure compliance with all school safety policies environmental standards and hazardous material protocols.
• Lead the installation maintenance repair and breakdown of ice surfaces.
• Safely operate and perform routine maintenance on ice resurfacing and skate sharpening equipment.
• Oversee climate control ice quality monitoring and refrigeration system checks.
• Maintain facility cleanliness building accessibility and spectator safety standards.
• Operate ice resurfacing equipment.
• Operate skate sharpening equipment.
• Lead and perform custodial duties.
• Perform additional duties as needed and assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience required.
• Current Certified Ice Technician (CIT) and Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or ability to obtain within the first year of employment.
• Proven track record in a leadership role with a demonstrated ability to lead by example and cross-train staff.
• Strong technical capabilities and ability to learn new software.
• Excellent communication organizational and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must possess a valid drivers license.

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

• Required to lift approximately 50 pounds.
• Bend stoop reach and kneel.
• Climb up to 4 flights of stairs.
• Work with or be in areas where hazardous materials may be present.
• Work in the ice rinks with cold temperatures.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Sit for long periods of time on a tractor etc.
• Walk for long periods of time on different types of terrain.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Compensation & How We Determine Your Pay

Pay Range: $75000-$85000 per year

Your starting pay within the posted range is determined by an individualized assessment of your relevant experience skills abilities and internal pay equity.

Your Health and Well-being Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare : Medical dental and vision coverage starts the first of the month following your start date.

Financial Future : 403(b) Retirement Plan with up to a 12.5% employer match.

100% Hotchkiss-paid Protection : Basic life insurance short- and long-term disability plans are fully paid for by Hotchkiss.

Investing in Your Growth:

• Tuition Assistance : Full-time staff with one or more years of service can apply for tuition support toward job-related accredited education advanced degrees and specialized certifications.

• Departmental PD Funding : Access to dedicated annual department funds for professional development opportunities such as workshops conferences and professional memberships.

Paid Time Off: 10 paid holidays 1 floating holiday 12 PTO days accrued per year 10 vacation days plus 5 paid days off to use during school breaks.

Community Life: Work alongside engaged colleagues share complimentary meals together in the dining hall during your shift and take advantage of our athletic facilities golf course lakefront trails Fairfield Farm and vibrant calendar of arts and athletic events.

*The summary above provides an overview of the benefits and perks available at Hotchkiss. Specific health retirement and professional development programs are subject to eligibility criteria waiting periods application and approval processes and program limits. Full terms are defined in official plan documents and posted policies.

The essential functions and basic skills have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions responsibilities skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

The Hotchkiss School is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to basing judgments concerning the employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities. The School is firmly committed to equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and applicants in all phases of the employment process (including recruitment hiring assignment terms and conditions of employment compensation benefits training promotion transfer discipline and termination).

In accordance with applicable law the School does not discriminate against any individual based on age ancestry color genetic information learning disability marital status past or present history of mental disability national origin physical disability race religious creed sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran status or any other protected characteristics.

Required Experience:

Manager