Ice Maintenance Technician | Part-Time | Cross Insurance Arena

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. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents. 

Position Summary:

The Ice Maintenance Technician is responsible for the ice rink, proper safe operation of the ice resurfacer, and maintenance of all areas of the facility. 

 

This role pays an hourly rate of $25.00-$30.00

 

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching.

 

This position will remain open until November 6, 2026.

About the Venue:

The Cross Insurance Arena is located in Portland, ME, and is home to the Maine Mariners ECHL hockey team. Our arena hosts events ranging from hockey games, comedy acts, concerts, and trade shows with a total fixed seating capacity of 6200 and a max capacity of 8100.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain ice resurfacing machines (e.g., Zamboni, Olympia) to perform floods, shaves, and cuts, ensuring a consistently smooth and safe surface.
• Monitor and adjust temperature, humidity, and ice depth to meet event or sport requirements.
• Execute daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance schedules on resurfacers, compressors, chillers, and HVAC systems to prevent injuries and mechanical issues.
• Prepare rinks for games, practices, or events.
• Clean and maintain rink areas, benches, locker rooms, and common spaces; repair dasher boards, glass/acrylic shields, and gate

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of previous experience with Ice Resurfacing.
• Proficiency in operating ice resurfacers and related machinery.
• Understanding of refrigeration, HVAC, and ice-making systems.
• Strong mechanical and custodial skills.
• Attention to detail, adaptability, and ability to work in varied conditions (including lifting heavy equipment).
• Strong communication 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. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.