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As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for skate guard in the United States is $16.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Skate Guard is responsible for ensuring the safety of skaters at an ice rink by monitoring the ice, enforcing rules, and assisting guests if they fall or need help. They also perform routine maintenance like resurfacing or clearing ice shavings and may help with skate rentals. Strong skating skills, attentiveness, and good customer service are essential for this role.

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To thrive as a Skate Guard, you need a solid understanding of rink safety protocols, basic first aid, and strong skating ability, often supported by CPR or first aid certification. Familiarity with ice resurfacing equipment and communication radios is common in this role. Friendly customer service, vigilance, and clear communication are essential soft skills for ensuring a positive experience for all rink visitors. These capabilities are crucial for preventing accidents, responding quickly to incidents, and maintaining a safe, welcoming environment.

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Skate Guards often face challenges such as enforcing safety rules among diverse groups, assisting inexperienced skaters, and responding to emergencies on the ice. The ability to remain calm under pressure and use effective communication helps prevent conflicts or accidents. Guards typically work closely with rink staff and management, responding quickly to any incidents and offering guidance to those who are struggling. Adaptability and proactiveness are key, as the rink environment can get busy and situations can shift rapidly throughout the day. Gaining experience in this role also prepares you for advancement into supervisory or operations positions within recreation facilities.
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Hockey Instructor - McFetridge Sports Center

Hockey Instructor - McFetridge Sports Center

ASM Global

Chicago, IL

Part-time

Posted 13 days ago

ASM Global rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 80 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

126th of 209 rated facilities management

Job description

POSITION: Hockey Instructor -- P/T Hourly
REPORTS TO: Hockey Coordinator
ASM Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities has an excellent and immediate opening for a Hockey Instructor at the McFetridge Sports Center. The Hockey Instructor is responsible for assisting and/or running beginner, intermediate and advanced tennis lessons for kids and adults at the McFetridge Sports Center.ESSENTIAL DUTIESInclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Assist and or lead Learn-to Skate Hockey Classes
  • Be able to teach basic skating, shooing, and puck handling skills
  • Be able to assist in Hockey Skills sessions as needed
  • Be able to skate guard the Public Skates as needed
SKILLS REQUIREDPosition requires ability to:
  • Maintain an effective working relationship with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons and others encountered in the course of employment.
  • Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.
  • Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form.
  • Ensuring and following safety measures and regulations.
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.
  • Ice skating skills and general fitness experience.
QUALIFICATIONSApplicant should have previous hockey playing experience and a higher level of skating experience. He or she should be able to teach skating and hockey skills to children ranging in ages 3-18 years old. Applicant would have to be available week day evenings.
TO APPLY:
Please submit a resume highlighting your teaching / coaching experience.
Only candidates that apply through our online system will be considered. Applicants that need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may contact: 312-533-0016
Recruiter: Maggie Szot - HR ManagerSoldier Field
1410 S. Museum Campus Drive
Chicago, IL 60605
ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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ASM Global was formed in October 2019 from the merger of AEG Facilities, the global innovator in live entertainment venues, and SMG, the gold standard in event management. ASM Global is a venue management powerhouse that spans five continents, 14 countries and more than 300 of the world's most prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention and exhibit centers, and performing arts venues. As the world's most trusted venue manager, ASM Global provides venue strategy and management, sales, marketing, event booking and programming, construction and design consulting, and pre-opening services. Among the venues in our portfolio are landmark facilities such as McCormick Place & Soldier Field in Chicago, the Los Angeles Convention Center, Tele2 Arena in Stockholm, the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Conference Centre in Shenzhen, China and Van Andel Arena, DeVos Place & DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids, Michigan. ASM Global also offers food and beverage operations through its concessions and catering companies.

Industry

Arts, entertainment, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

2019

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