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Game Day & Arena Operations – Zamboni Operator

Work type: Part Time, Seasonal or Temporary

Categories: Staff, Trades, Service, and Maintenance

Who we are

Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is the first technological research university in the United States. We bring creativity, science, and technology together to address society's greatest challenges. We cultivate exceptional problem-solvers by immersing them in a culture of rigorous inquiry, disciplined practice, and hands-on application. Our strategic plan, RPI Forward, charts a pioneering course for the next era of RPI. Explore the RPI Forward plan. ↗︎ (https://president.rpi.edu/rpi-forward)

Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, RPI is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world.

With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth.

Job Summary

The Zamboni Operator oversees the evening operations of the ice arena. This includes, driving the Zamboni ice resurfacer, light cleaning, and closing the facility at the conclusion of the day’s schedule. This is an hourly part-time, seasonal position, August through April. The Zamboni Operator performs duties during nights and weekends during the RPI hockey season.

Minimum Qualifications

+ Valid Driver's License with a record of safe and responsible driving

+ Ability to safely operate equipment in tight spaces

+ Demonstrated reliability and punctuality, with flexibility to cover occasional evening and weekend hours

+ Basic mechanical aptitude to recognize and report equipment issues

Applicants must meet stated minimum education and experience requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Zamboni or Olympia ice resurfacer driving experience

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Excellent customer service skills

+ Ability to work with a diverse community.

+ Clear and effective communication skills

+ Attention to detail.

+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

+ Ability to handle multiple tasks effectively.

Job Duties

+ Drive Zamboni ice resurfacer with a high degree of skill in order to maintain a quality sheet of ice.

+ Keep ice events on schedule and oversee evening operations of the ice arena.

+ Maintain facility’s cleanliness.

+ Exhibit superior customer service skills while dealing with a diverse community.

+ Performs other related duties as directed by the Field House Supervisor

Shift

Non Standard Shift: Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required

Employment is on-call, as needed, from August through April, with an anticipated average of up to 20 hours per week during the September–March hockey season.

Driving

Non passenger driving between campus locations

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $17.50 - $18.25 per hour

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact [email protected].

Job Posted Date

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu) (https://hr.rpi.edu/benefits) .

Rensselaer is committed to the cultivation of a community that is welcoming, inclusive, and above all values learning. We welcome candidates who bring a variety of perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities. RPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.

Advertised: 18 Sep 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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