Ice Rink Manager Jobs in Santa Clara, CA (NOW HIRING)

TITLE: Mechanic

POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Non-Exempt

COMPANY: Sharks Sports and Entertainment, LLC

LOCATION: Sharks Ice at San Jose – Building Ops

REPORTS TO: Operations Manager

POSTING DATED: June 4, 2026

Pay Range: The pay range for this role is $27-28.50 per hour

Position Overview

Sharks Ice at San Jose is seeking a highly skilled, dependable, and hands-on Mechanic to support one of the largest and busiest ice rink facilities in the country. This position is responsible for the reliability, safety, and performance of all ice resurfacing equipment and related arena systems. The ideal candidate brings strong mechanical knowledge and expertise, excellent troubleshooting skills, and pride in doing things the right way. This position plays a critical role in maintaining a world-class facility with the best ice, staff training, equipment uptime, and overall facility operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform safe operation, inspection, and maintenance of ice resurfacers, ice edgers, chippers, and related arena equipment
• Conduct and document routine preventative maintenance, including blade changes, oil changes, lubrication, and scheduled service
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, propane, electrical, and control system issues
• Execute major and emergency repairs efficiently to minimize downtime
• Respond to urgent equipment issues during off-hours as needed to support operations
• Maintain parts inventory and orders critical parts & supplies
• Provide initial and ongoing training for Ice Technicians on equipment operation, safety, and standard operating procedures
• Establish and maintain clear communication across Ice Technicians, Supervisors, and Management
• Work closely with management to develop action plans and ensure consistent execution of SOPs
• Serve as Building Supervisor while on duty when required, supporting overall facility and event operations
• Deliver professional, solutions-based service at all times
• Assist with general facility maintenance and arena upkeep as needed
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, emergency procedures, and evacuation protocols
• Anticipate mechanical issues and proactively recommend solutions
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support rink operations

Qualifications

• Valid California Driver's License
• 3–5+ years of hands-on mechanical experience (industrial, heavy equipment, fleet, or facility maintenance preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of:
• Internal combustion engines (propane preferred)
• Hydraulics
• Electrical systems and diagnostics
• Ability to troubleshoot independently and work effectively under pressure
• Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset
• Certified Ice Technician (CIT) – US Rink Association (Preferred)
• Experience operating heavy equipment or warehouse machinery (Preferred)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend at the waist, reach overhead andlift upto 60 lbs with or without accommodation
• Ability to stand, walk, and work on concrete and ice surfaces for extended periods with or without accommodation
• Ability to crawl, reach and lay under ice resurfaces or other essential equipment with or without accommodation
• Comfortable working in cold environments
• Flexibility to work extended hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as required by rink operations (all with advance notice)
• May be required to travel to other company locations

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Flexible Spending Accounts (all LGBTQ+ friendly)
• Pretax Transportation Benefit
• 401K (pre-tax and Roth options)
• Generous Paid Time Off Policy
• Minimum of 10 Paid Holidays and Wellness Days per year
• An inclusive culture which values diversity of background and a passion to improve our SSE's commitment to change with impact on our community and industry.

This position is not eligible for U.S. work authorization sponsorship.

Summary:

Born in 1991, Sharks Sports and Entertainment ("SSE") has grown into a multi-faceted organization that includes the SAP Center, the NHL San Jose Sharks, the AHL San Jose Barracuda, the Tech CU Arena, three Sharks Ice facilities, and the non-profit Sharks Foundation. Additionally, we are growing our organization through expansion in the Bay Area and surrounding communities in Northern California.

We work and play in the Bay Area, and are deeply influenced by the technology, innovation, diversity, and commitment to excellence that surrounds us. Our culture is transforming to reflect those values, with an eye towards a pioneering, forward-thinking, and inclusive environment in sports and entertainment.

We live, work, and innovate by a set of Pioneering Principles:

T – Team success is more important than individual success

E – Exceptional experience is non-negotiable in everything we do

A – Appreciate others for their diversity and opinions

M – More risk leads to more rewards and expands our comfort zones

T – Trust that all teammates have the best intentions

E – Empower all teammates to make informed decisions

A – Always say what you really mean and do what you say

L – Lead by showing the respect to others you expect from them

We strive to unite people through a shared love of ice sports, entertainment, and our hometown. We are #TealTogether.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

Here at Team Teal, we recognize and celebrate that individuals come with a wealth of experience and talent well beyond any list of required skills and qualifications – in fact, we believe diversity of backgrounds and skills, combined with passion, are the most important keys to meaningful innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sharks Sports and Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), physical or mental disability, military service or veterans' status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

Notice to Recruiters and Agencies

SSE recruits candidates directly, rather than through third-party recruiters or agencies. Under no circumstances will SSE pay a fee for candidates submitted or presented without a signed recruiting agreement in place between SSE and the recruiter or agency prior to the submittal; any submittal must be for requisition specifically and individually assigned in writing by SSE's HR department. In the case of candidate(s) submitted or presented to SSE by a recruiter or agency without a signed agreement AND written assignment by SSE Human Resources, SSE explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) with no financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.