Oak View Group
Ice Rink Operations Supervisor | Full-Time | CURE Insurance Arena
Oak View Group - Manager
Trenton · NJ
Facility/Venue Management · Event Operations/Management · Maintenance
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Overview
The Ice Operations Supervisor will oversee the everyday operations of the CURE Arena ice rink, maintenance of Zambonis and ice-related equipment, and manage support staff and ice events.
This role pays an hourly rate of $23.54 - $29.42.
Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays)
This position will remain open until August 28, 2026.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the operation of the arena ice rink, including maintenance of ice, ice builds and removal, hockey line placement, and functionality of equipment.
- Ensure that safety standards and procedures are met and followed by all staff and patrons.
- Coordinate and assist with oversight of ice rink events, such as hockey games, youth hockey practices and games, and public skate sessions.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to ice rink operation and safety.
- Order and maintain inventory of necessary supplies and equipment for ice rink operations.
- Assist in performing event Changeovers and setups.
- Assists / recommends hiring and performs training, scheduling, and supervision of changeover staff.
- Oversee all ice installation and maintenance of the ice and its equipment.
- Coordinate event logistics as assigned.
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies to minimize downtime and ensure safety.
- Supervise ice operations staff for non-event tasks as assigned.
- Maintain and clean Zamboni and ice-related equipment and areas.
- Assist the Operations Manager, Facilities Manager, Operations Supervisor, and Event Manager with projects as requested.
- Adhere to all Venue Management Policies and procedures.
- Assist the Facilities Manager with various related building projects, including repairs related to plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC, and general building maintenance.
- Ensure staff complies with the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Maintain records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections performed on equipment.
- Communicate “assigned task” status with the Operations Manager or Facilities Manager (in Manager’s absence).
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Ability to use hand and power tools effectively and safely.
- 2-4 years of ice rink experience required.
- Solid understanding of various maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical work, and carpentry.
- Ability to operate and maintain a Zamboni or Ice resurface machine.
- Ice School experience preferred but not a requirement.
- Strong troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve issues quickly.
- Knowledge of supervisory principles, with emphasis on working with & training a “casual” staff.
- Previous ice maintenance and forklift driving experience is highly desirable.
- Working knowledge of chillers, refrigeration, and ice making, specifically CO2 chilled systems, preferred, but not required.
- Ability to lift heavy objects unaided.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and an extended number of consecutive days.
