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Niles Park District

Hockey Instructor

Niles, IL · On-site

$20/hr

Ensure the safety of skaters at all times and fill out necessary accident reports as needed. Turn in all reports to Hockey Director and Rink Manager. * Maintain good communication with parents and ...

Record-A-Hit

Crew Member SEASONAL

Elk Grove Village, IL · On-site

$11.75 - $15.50/hr

... Skating Rinks. * Access to unique "behind the scene" experiences when working events at the many different venues that host events. For example, we did a roller rink in Manhattan at the top of 30 ...

KurzSolutions

Anesthesiologist

Evergreen Park, IL · On-site

$250/hr

... Rink, as well as the Jay Pritzker Pavilion and the Cloud Gate sculpture. When the weather turns too cool for picnic groves, climbing walls, and play gardens, try the ice-skating ribbon. For a more ...

KurzSolutions

Anesthesiologist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$412K/yr

... Rink, as well as the Jay Pritzker Pavilion and the Cloud Gate sculpture. When the weather turns too cool for the picnic groves, climbing wall, and play garden, try the ice-skating ribbon. For a more ...

KurzSolutions

CRNA

Chicago, IL · On-site

... Rink, as well as the Jay Pritzker Pavilion and the Cloud Gate sculpture. When the weather turns too cool for the picnic groves, climbing wall, and play garden, try the ice-skating ribbon. For a more ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for skating rink in Chicago, IL is $24.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $28.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Skating Rink job typically involves tasks such as maintaining the rink, assisting customers with rentals, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and providing basic rink upkeep. Employees may work as cashiers, skate guards, maintenance staff, or event coordinators. The role often requires good customer service skills and a willingness to work in a fast-paced, recreational environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the skating rink position?

To thrive as a Skating Rink Manager, you need strong organizational abilities, facility operations knowledge, and experience in staff supervision, often supported by a background in recreation or facility management. Familiarity with point-of-sale systems, ice resurfacing equipment, scheduling software, and safety certification (such as CPR or First Aid) is typically required. Excellent communication, customer service orientation, and crisis management skills help foster a positive environment for both staff and patrons. These skills are crucial for maintaining efficient rink operations, ensuring guest safety, and delivering a high-quality recreational experience.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a skating rink manager?

Daily responsibilities for a Skating Rink Manager include overseeing facility maintenance, coordinating public skating sessions and private events, managing scheduling for staff and ice time, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The role often involves direct customer interaction, handling guest inquiries, and resolving any issues that arise during operating hours. Managers also supervise rink attendants and instructors, monitor inventory (such as skates and rental equipment), and facilitate cleaning and ice resurfacing tasks. Teamwork is essential, as managers frequently collaborate with maintenance teams, skating coaches, and marketing staff to ensure smooth rink operations and successful events.

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Infographic showing various Skating Rink job openings in Chicago, IL as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 14% Full Time, 79% Part Time, and 7% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $51,753 per year, or $24.9 per hour.

Hockey Instructor

Niles, IL • On-site

Niles Park District
Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation • 51 - 200 employees
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$20/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Our Hockey Instructors are lead coaches who instruct our hockey classes for kids aged 5-14.
  • Responsible for running a practice or a hockey skills station (instructors should be comfortable with running a skills station for up to 5 skaters at a time by themselves).
  • Arrive 30 minutes early for the hockey class to hand out lender gear and stay 15 minutes after the class is over to put the gear away.
  • Instructors will have to help players get sized for hockey gear during the initial hockey class sessions.
  • Responsible for keeping our lender gear hockey room neat.
  • Take initiative and have the equipment set up before classes begin.
  • Communicate with other Niles Hockey Instructors before class on who will be leading the class for warm-up and what skill each instructor will teach for the assigned week.
  • Assist in filling out evaluation forms during the last week of classes.
  • Ensure the safety of skaters at all times and fill out necessary accident reports as needed. Turn in all reports to Hockey Director and Rink Manager.
  • Maintain good communication with parents and keep them informed of activities and child's progress.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Hockey Director.
  • Park District employees are expected to help work our 4th of July parade. Instructors need to make sure they are available to do this.
  • If the instructor is home for summer, there may be an opportunity for them to become one of our summer hockey camp counselors.

Requirements
  • Must be able to demonstrate advanced hockey skills
  • Applicants must be flexible and be available to work evening and weekend shifts.
  • Applicants must have previous skating and hockey experience.
  • Must be at least 16 years old.
  • Previous experience working with children or teaching children is a plus, but we will train.

Salary Description
Starting at $20 depending on qualifications

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