Zamboni Driver

Zamboni DriverPlymouth State University is seeking a dependable and safety-conscious Zamboni Driver to assist with ice maintenance and rink operations. The Zamboni Driver is responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and playable ice surface for practices, games, tournaments, and other university and community events.This position works closely with athletic department staff, coaches, officials, student-athletes, and visiting teams to ensure the ice surface is properly maintained and the facility is prepared for scheduled activities.Duties/ResponsibilitiesOperate the Zamboni and other ice-maintenance equipment in a safe and effective manner.Perform ice resurfacing before, during, and after hockey games, practices, and other scheduled events.Monitor ice conditions and communicate maintenance concerns to appropriate facility staff.Assist with maintaining a safe and clean rink environment.Complete routine checks of the Zamboni and report equipment issues, maintenance needs, or safety concerns.Assist with basic ice maintenance tasks, including snow removal and rink preparation.Follow established safety procedures and facility operating guidelines.Coordinate resurfacing schedules with athletic department staff, coaches, officials, and event personnel.Assist with opening and closing rink areas as assigned.Maintain a professional and courteous relationship with student-athletes, staff, visiting teams, officials, and spectators.Perform other facility and event-related duties as assigned.Requirements:Minimum QualificationsAbility to safely operate or learn to operate a Zamboni and related ice-maintenance equipment.Ability to work independently and follow established procedures.Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.Dependable attendance and punctuality.Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, coaches, and event personnel.Ability to work in a cold rink environment for extended periods.Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and during athletic events as needed.Preferred QualificationsPrevious experience operating a Zamboni or maintaining an ice rink.Previous experience working in an athletic facility, recreation facility, or event environment.Mechanical or facilities-maintenance experience.Experience working with hockey programs or other ice-related activities.Current driver's license or ability to meet university requirements for operating facility equipment.Compensation Pay Range:$15 - $20 /hourPlymouth State University offers high-quality baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. Through research and innovative community partnerships, the University contributes to the economic, social, cultural, and environmental development of the North Country and Lakes Region of New Hampshire and beyond.Plymouth State University (PSU) is transforming the campus to create a first-of-its-kind university holistically organized around integrated clusters. Our goal is to provide a dynamic interdisciplinary and innovative learning environment. Students, faculty, staff, and community will connect to solve real-world challenges that will benefit people and organizations at all levels. We are a residential and comprehensive university with a warm and engaged learning community focused on teaching excellence and regional engagement. The University is located in the heart of the Lakes Region and White Mountains of New Hampshire and serves approximately 4,300 undergraduate and more than 2,000 graduate students.Surrounded by lakes and mountains, PSU's 170-acre campus provides students with an outstanding natural laboratory for learning and an ideal setting for outdoor recreation. PSU has consistently earned national recognition for its commitment to community service, environmental sustainability, academic excellence, and employee wellness.EEO StatementThe University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human ResourcesSalary Grade:Adjunct Hourly Staff 00Location:Plymouth