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Ice Rink Operator

West Newton, MA · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

The Ice Rink Operator oversees the day-to-day operations of the ice arena, which include cleaning and driving the Zamboni Ice Resurfacer. The compensation range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00 ...

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How much do ice rink jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for ice rink in the United States is $73,552.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,000.00 and $87,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Ice Rink job?

An Ice Rink job typically involves maintaining the ice surface, assisting customers, ensuring safety, and managing equipment. Responsibilities can include operating a Zamboni, monitoring public skating sessions, and handling skate rentals. Some positions may also require basic maintenance, cleaning, or customer service duties. Roles can vary depending on the size and type of the facility, such as indoor arenas or outdoor seasonal rinks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Ice Rink position, and why are they important?

To excel working at an ice rink, you need a blend of facility maintenance experience, safety awareness, and strong customer service skills. Familiarity with ice resurfacing machines (such as Zambonis), safety protocols, and sometimes First Aid/CPR certification is typically required. Excellent interpersonal skills, teamwork, and the ability to communicate clearly with visitors set top candidates apart. These qualifications are important for ensuring a safe, smooth operation and a positive experience for guests.

What does a typical shift working at an ice rink involve?

A typical shift at an ice rink involves a mix of maintaining the ice surface, assisting with skate rentals, monitoring guest safety, and ensuring that locker rooms and common areas are clean and organized. Staff often rotate between roles such as operating the ice resurfacer, helping customers at the front desk, and supervising public skating sessions. You may also need to set up or break down equipment for hockey games, figure skating classes, or special events. Teamwork and flexibility are important, as priorities can shift during busy periods. Most ice rink positions require interacting directly with the public, making each day dynamic and customer-focused.

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Infographic showing various Ice Rink job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 42% Full Time, 54% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $73,552 per year, or $35.4 per hour.

$12K/mo

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Posted 17 days ago


Job description

THE AVAILABILITY OF THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON SUFFICIENT FUNDING AND ENROLLMENT

Title:                             Ice Rink Manager

Date of Opening:  July 2026

Statement of Duties

  • Actively promote and market rental of Ice Rink in an effort to increase revenues
  • Develop working relationship with outside groups/renters
  • Establish skate rental program for Public Skating sessions
  • Provide information for the quarterly school committee report relative to any and all Ice Rink activities, events and major repairs
  • Attend annual inspections with town building inspector, Maintenance Foreman, and Athletic Director to address any safety hazards/issues, needed improvements, repairs and/or maintenance
  • Obtain quotes (verbal and/or written) pertaining to needed capital improvements
  • Make recommendations to Facilities Director of any needed repairs/improvements
  • Manages a maintenance/service program for Ice Rink
  • Research grant opportunities as well as other resources that will allow the purchase of  new equipment (i.e. Zamboni)
  • Attend training seminars on effective leadership and management skills and efficient rink operations
  • Solicit area companies for advertising revenues (i.e. boards of advertising  in the ice rink)

Qualifications:

  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Effective written, verbal communication and computer skills
  • Must have working knowledge of the operations of the ice rink
  • Available to work extended hours and weekends based on project requirements

Salary:     Stipend $12,500.00   **Includes Ice Rink Emergency Call Backs**

Applications:  Qualified candidates should submit a rsum (no emails please) to:

Colleen McCarthy

Director of Human Resources

Central Administration Building

9 Branch Street ~ Methuen, MA 01844

INTERVIEWS BY INVITATION ONLY

THE METHUEN SCHOOL DEPARTMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SERVICE PROVIDER

The Methuen Public Schools prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, disability, gender identity, religion, national origin or sexual orientation and ensures that all students and employees have equal rights of access and equal enjoyment of the opportunities, advantages, privileges and courses of study.