Ice Resurfacer Operator - Winter Village at Bryant Park

ICE RESURFACER OPERATOR - WINTER VILLAGE AT BRYANT PARK

ICE OPERATIONS MANAGER

LOCATION: New York City, NY

DEPARTMENT: OPERATIONS

STATUS: PART-TIME (SEASONAL NON-EXEMPT)

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Winter Village at Bryant Park is a premier event and attraction held annually in the heart of Manhattan. You will be joining a championship level team focused on fun, fulfillment and service built to enrich the community as well as your career and personal growth.

Winter Village at Bryant Park is managed by Sports Facilities Management, LLC, a Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) company. SFC is the nation's leading resource for managing and developing sports, recreation, wellness, and events facilities. We provide a highly collaborative and supportive culture that raises our team members to new levels of career growth. Together, we will carve a path in a hyper-growing industry where you will enjoy the journey and learn from the industry's best while having some fun.

SFC has been awarded national recognition as a Top Workplace and is considered a workplace of choice. Our mission-focused company is highly entrepreneurial, team-oriented with a culture centered on collaboration, accountability, excellence, and service. We are growing rapidly and looking for high performers at every level to grow with us.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Ice Resurfacer Operator is responsible for maintaining safe and high-quality ice conditions for a variety of ice-related events and activities. The Ice Resurfacer Operator will ensure the ice surface is properly prepared before and after events, practices, and recreational sessions. This position is based outdoors at the iconic Winter Village at Bryant Park Ice Rink.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Assist with ice setup and takedown for events
• Ensure compliance with safety standards while operating machinery and working in proximity to athletes and spectators
• Responsible for daily, weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance of ice resurfacer and edger
• Monitor ice quality throughout events or recreational sessions, adjusting as necessary
• Collaborate with the ice operations team to ensure the efficient use of time and resources
• Ensure that the ice rink area is clean and free from hazards
• Perform general maintenance tasks around the rink as assigned, including sweeping and cleaning
• Respond to all incidents, accidents, injuries, and altercations. Complete and file corresponding paperwork as necessary
• Assist other departments as necessary
• Practice safe operating techniques as specified by STAR for blade changes, driving, resurfacing, handling, and inspection of machines Accurately record all ice and equipment maintenance and readings daily
• Complete special projects, daily assignments, and other duties as directed by management

MIMIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be willing to test for Fire Guard Certification
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of ice maintenance and resurfacing procedures
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Certified Ice Technician (CIT) preferred
• Must be able to work irregular shifts to include nights, weekends, holidays based on facility schedules

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to sit for extended periods while operating machinery
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in cold and inclement weather for prolonged periods of time