Zamboni Driver - Ice Maintenance Technician

Zamboni Driver - Ice Maintenance Technician

Salary

$17.00 - $19.00 Hourly

Location

11000 Crooked Lake Blvd, Coon Rapids, MN

Job Type

Part time

Job Number

202600418

Department

Community & Recreation Services

Division

Ice Center

Opening Date

07/07/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

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Summary of Position

Have you ever wanted to drive a Zamboni? Passionate for ice sports? Were looking for a Zamboni Driver to keep our ice surfaces in top condition. If you take pride in precision and want to play a vital role in maintaining an ice arena, we want you on our team! Under the general guidance and direction of the Ice Center Management, the Ice Maintenance Technician (IMT) is responsible for operating the resurfacing equipment to maintain a quality sheet of ice for customers. Cleaning and upkeep of indoor and outdoor facilities and surrounding areas. . IMTs are also required to be proficient at skate sharpening and may be asked to back up Concession stand and Pro-Shop as necessary.

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The City of Coon Rapids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. The City welcomes, and encourages any qualified applicant to apply regardless of race (including traits associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hair styles such as braids, locks and twists), color, creed, religion, familial status, sex (including pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, marital status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors or any other basis protected by law.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Resurfaces ice as scheduled.
• Monitors use of ice center facilities.
• Collects ice center revenue as required.
• Maintains ice center upkeep including cleaning lobby, floors and windows, taking out trash, cleaning bathrooms, locker rooms, bleachers, and players' benches.
• Assists Recreation Workers, as assigned.
• Monitors ice temperature on the compressor system regularly.
• Ensures ice center walkways and exterior are clear for users.
• Assists customers as needed.
• Provides effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations and citizen customers.
• Follows oral and written instructions such as supervisor's work orders and equipment operation manuals.
• Maintains positive professional working relationships with all staff levels, other jurisdictions and outside agencies and the general public.
• Regular and reliable attendance during scheduled work hours and outside regular hours as necessary.
• Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations and citizen customers.
• Performs other related functions as apparent or delegated.
• Performs essential position duties and responsibilities under the working conditions and physical demands described herein

Required Knowledge and Abilities

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with employees, supervisors, agencies and general public,
• Ability to work independently with general guidance from the ice center management.
• Ability to promote a favorable working relationship with all ice center users.
• Handles confidential information appropriately.
• Ability to perform duties with tact, diplomacy and discretion.
• Ability to be detail oriented and follow through with tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to maintain a team and service oriented approach to work.
• Must have the ability to accept criticism or discipline.
• Must strive to promote a cooperative atmosphere in the department and exhibit a positive attitude.
• Ability to work cooperatively with City Personnel, external vendors and the public.
• Performs essential duties and responsibilities under the working hours described herein.

Qualifications and Other Information

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A combination of training and experience substantially equivalent to the following:

• Eighteen years of age or older.
• Valid Driver's License
• Must be responsible and able to work effectively and courteously with the public.
• Current CPR, First Aid and AED certifications, or must obtain within 45 days.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or keyboards; speak intelligibly, hear and read.
• Ability to stand and/or skate for long periods of time.
• Ability to work in cold temperatures and on ice covered surfaces.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must frequently move, turn, lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Examples of lifting and carrying requirements include but not limited to standard ice hockey nets and facility supplies and equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color vision, distance vision and depth perception.
• Must be able to operate assigned equipment.

EQUIPMENT/JOB LOCATION:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Duties performed will be primarily within the Ice Center location. Noise level in the arena can be loud. This position will work outside from time to time and be exposed to inclement weather conditions, including cold, wet and/or humid conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to vibration. The employee may occasionally be exposed to fumes. This position works closely with others.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must contribute positively to a productive, inclusive, and respectful work environment.
• Must make workplace safety the top priority.
• Must know and practice the City's mission, vision and values.
• Must comply with organizational and departmental policies.

The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The City of Coon Rapids is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Position is not eligible for benefits.

01

I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete the following supplemental questionnaire for this position. The information I provide will be reviewed and used to determine my eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, false statements, omissions or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. If the supplemental question is not applicable, please indicate N/A. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding supplemental questions.

• Yes
• No

02

Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you currently certified in the following trainings? (Select all that apply).

• CPR training certification
• First Aid training certification
• AED training certification
• No, but I would be able to obtain certifications within 45 days of hire.
• No, I dont have any and would not be able to obtain.

05

Do you have ice resurfacing experience?

• Yes
• No

06

If you answered yes to the previous question, please describe your experience and where you gained this experience. If you dont have any experience, please type N/A.

07

Do you have experience working with the public or providing customer service?

• Yes
• No

08

Are you able to work a minimum of 2 shifts per week including evenings and weekends?

• Yes
• No

09

Are you eligible for veterans preference points? The City of Coon Rapids operates under a point preference system, which awards points to qualified veterans to supplement their application. Ten points are granted to non-disabled veterans on open competitive examinations; 15 points are awarded if the veteran has a service connected compensable disability as certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (USDVA). To qualify for preference for a competitive exam, you must have a passing score for the position and be a qualified veteran. Qualified veteran means a citizen of the United States or a resident alien separated from active duty under honorable conditions from any branch of the United States armed forces: 1) after having served on active duty for 181 consecutive days; OR 2) by reason of disability incurred while serving on active duty; OR 3) who has met the minimum active duty required as defined by Code of Federal Regulations, Title 38, Section 3.12a; OR 4) who has active military service certified under section 401, Public Law 85-202. Active military service must be certified by the United States Secretary of Defense as active military service and a discharge under honorable conditions must be issued by the Secretary. Veterans preference may be used by the surviving spouse of a deceased veteran and by the spouse of a disabled veteran who, because of the disability, is unable to qualify. You are ineligible to receive points if are were divorced from the veteran or were widowed and have remarried. Claims must be made on this application and documentation submitted within seven days of the application deadline for the position for which you are applying. The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility for veterans preference points. You are not required to supply this information, but we cannot award veterans preference points without it. You must submit a copy of the "Member Copy 4" of your DD214 or other military documents to substantiate the service information requested. Additional preference is awarded to qualified disabled veterans. Disabled veterans must also supply a letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Spouses applying for preference must supply the "Member Copy 4" of the veterans DD214 and the veterans letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs or proof of death. Documentation must be within seven days of the application deadline. If your supporting documentation is not submitted within seven days of the application deadline, Veterans Preference Points will not be awarded.

• No, I am not requesting Veterans Preference Points
• Yes, Honorably Discharged Veteran (attach the "Member Copy 4" of the DD214 or other documentation verifying service to substantiate the services information requested to this application)
• Yes, Honorably Discharged Disabled Veteran (attach the "Member Copy 4" of the DD214 or other documentation verifying service to substantiate the services information requested AND letter from USDVA verifying active duty disability to this application)
• Spouse of Honorably Discharged Disabled Veteran (attach the "Member Copy 4" of the veterans DD214 or other documentation verifying service to substantiate the services information requested AND letter from USDVA verifying active duty disability to this application)
• Widow of Deceased Veteran (attach veterans "Member Copy 4" of the DD214 or other documentation verifying service to substantiate the services information requested AND proof of death to this application)
• Widow of Deceased Disabled Veteran Who Was Disabled at Time of Death (attach the "Member Copy 4" of the veterans DD214 (or other documentation verifying service to substantiate the services information requested, letter from USDVA verifying active duty disability, and proof of death to this application)

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Employer City of Coon Rapids

Address 11155 Robinson Drive

Coon Rapids, Minnesota, 55433

Phone 763-767-6413

Website http://coonrapidsmn.gov/