Ice Tech | Part-Time | Ryan Center and Boss Ice Arena

Ice Tech | Part-Time | Ryan Center and Boss Ice Arena Location US-RI-Kingston Job Post Information* : Posted Date 2 months ago (5/29/2026 3:46 PM) Job ID 2026-32219 Location Name Ryan Center and Boss Ice Arena (U of Rhode Island) Category Operations Type Regular Part-Time Location : Location US-RI-Kingston Job Post Information* : External Company Name Oak View Group Job Post Information* : External Company URL https://www.oakviewgroup.com/ Location : Postal Code 02881 Location : Address 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza Job Post Information* : Post End Date 8/28/2026 Oak View Group Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales.

Position Summary The Ice Technician is responsible for the ice rink, proper safe operation of the ice resurfacer (Zamboni), and maintenance of all areas of the facility.

The ice technician will report to the Director of Ice Rink. This role will pay an hourly rate of $16.00 For Part-Time roles:

Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until August 28, 2026. About the Venue The state-of-the-art facility, the Bradford R. Boss Ice Arena , located on the University of Rhode Island campus in scenic South County, was built in 2002.

Home to nationally ranked URI Men’s and Women’s Club Hockey programs, as well as the Southern Rhode Island Youth Hockey Association (the largest youth hockey program in Rhode Island), five Rhode Island High School Hockey programs, the URI Intramural Hockey League, daily public sessions, various youth and adult hockey leagues, and a year-round Learn to Skate program.

Additionally, during the summer, Boss Ice Arena hosts a variety of hockey camps and clinics. With a seating capacity of 2,500, Boss Ice Arena includes two University team locker rooms, four large public locker rooms, one female auxiliary locker room, and an official’s locker room.

The arena also features a university team weight room, a new concession stand, and a hospitality room, available for birthday parties, meetings, classes, and corporate events.

Responsibilities You will be required to learn how to maintain the rink ice. This includes learning to drive and operate the ice resurfacing machine (Zamboni), ice rink edger, and other ice rink tools and applications.

You will also be in charge of making sure the arena is cleaned and operating at an optimal level at all times. This includes but is not limited to cleaning and locking down locker rooms, cleaning and maintaining restroom facilities, and making sure arena lobbies are presentable at all times.

Maintains excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, and management. Other duties and tasks as assigned by the manager.

Show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.

Qualifications Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, management staff, and guests in a clear, business-like, and respectful manner that focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic, and cooperative work environment.

Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment. Valid driver's license. Requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of heavy objects.

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work independently and as a productive member of a team. Capable of working a flexible schedule and extended hours, including but not limited to working early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays in addition to traditional business hours.

Basic understanding/willingness to learn hockey rules and regulations. Proven ability to work well with all levels of management. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it.