Ice Rink Operations Assistant

Lawrence Academy (LA) is a boarding and day school in Groton, MA, serving 400 students in grades 9-12. LA enjoys its heritage as one of the oldest independent schools in the country while embracing a contemporary student-centered approach that supports its mission. In LA’s tightly knit environment, students are supported and encouraged to exercise their minds, discover their voices, learn creatively, and take their own initiative. The academic program is uniquely hands-on and allows students to discover how their education can be applied in daily life.

Lawrence Academy seeks a dependable, motivated Ice Rink Operations Assistant to support operations at our on-campus ice rink during the winter season. The Ice Rink Operations Assistant supports the day-to-day care, oversight, maintenance, safety, customer service, and efficient operation of the school’s on-campus ice rink facility, ensuring a high-quality environment for students, coaches, faculty, visiting teams, and community users. The role includes, but is not limited to, ice maintenance, facility monitoring, event support, and general rink operations. This is a part-time, seasonal, non-benefit-eligible, staff position reporting to the Director of Athletic Facilities & Operations, and requiring a stable, dependable, on-site presence during the winter athletics season. Hours are to be determined in coordination with the Director of Athletic Facilities & Operations, and are primarily weekends with some weeknight work required. The individual in this role must have flexibility to work a schedule that supports campus programming, events and facility needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with daily ice rink operations.

Operate the Zamboni for ice resurfacing (preferred).

Prepare the rink for practices, games, events, and community programs.

Monitor facility conditions and assist with light maintenance, including locker rooms, benches, spectator areas, and common spaces.

Assist with basic maintenance of ice rink equipment and report repair needs to the Director of Athletic Facilities & Operations.

Help ensure a safe and welcoming environment for athletes, students, coaches, officials, and guests.

Qualifications & Experience:

Experience operating a Zamboni is highly preferred.

Prior experience working in an ice rink, athletic facility, or related operations environment preferred.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.

Ability to perform light physical work and work in a cold environment.

Ability to maintain confidential and positive working relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, parents, students, school and community organizations, and the general public accessing the rink.

Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Must successfully pass all required background checks.

Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain within two weeks of starting).

Working Conditions:

Regular work in athletic environments, including cold-temperature facilities.

Ability to work in a cold environment and stand, walk, bend, and move equipment throughout the shift.

Physical activity related to equipment setup, cleaning/maintenance, and facility walkthroughs.

Schedule flexibility aligned with winter athletic season and events.

Other Responsibilities: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person