Job Title: Assistant Ice Technician & Building Operations Assistant

Department: Robson Arena

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Nonexempt/ Hourly

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 1040 Hours per year
• 12 Months per year
• 20 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

Colorado College (“CC”) is a private, four-year, highly selective liberal arts college of 2,100 undergraduate students and a small Master of Arts in teaching program. It is located on a 99-acre campus adjacent to downtown, ‘Olympic City’, Colorado Springs. The campus sits on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains at the foot of Pikes Peak. The college operates an innovative curricular approach, known as the Block Plan, which entails students taking one course at a time for three and a half weeks, with the academic year divided into eight “blocks.” The Colorado College Department of Athletics sponsors 17 varsity programs. Fifteen programs compete at the NCAA Division III level and two at the Division I level. Division III programs are members of the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC), with the exception of Men’s Lacrosse (independent) and Women’s Lacrosse (WIAC affiliate). Division I Men’s Hockey is a member of the National Collegiate Hockey Conference (NCHC) and Division I Women’s Soccer competes as an affiliate member of the Mountain West Conference (MWC).

Job Summary

Work closely with the Head Ice Technician & Building Operations Coordinator to support the day-to-day facility and ice operations of the Arena to include Zamboni operation and building upkeep/repairs. Ensure an exceptional and consistent NCAA Division I ice surface, while also assisting with all arena changeovers for events. Hours include weekdays, weekends, nights, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Ice Technician & Building Operations Coordinator with creating and maintaining quality ice surface for all skating constituencies to include: depth readings and adjustment of ice surface to provide quality level of ice, maintain optimal depth of ice for efficient cooling and energy savings, and maintain edge of ice surface with edger to keep the quality of the ice consistent from the center to the boards.
• Assist the Head Ice Technician & Building Operations Coordinator with running assigned operations during CC hockey game days.
• Assist with yearly ice removal and installation process.
• Install, repair, replace and clean hockey glass and dasher boards.
• Provide general/routine building and equipment maintenance.
• Lead equipment rental program, which includes performing maintenance on hockey and skating equipment including skate sharpening and equipment repair.
• Ensure a safe, secure, clean, functioning facility; provide security and emergency response to injury.
• Coordinate logistical setup/take down for events as assigned, including but not limited to intercollegiate, college, external, club, camp, City for Champions initiatives and all other rentals.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Pproficient in Microsoft Office software to include Word and Excel; ability to follow safety and security guidelines and exercise good judgement; ability to uphold policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all participants, facilities, and equipment; strong customer service skills; excellent interpersonal/verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively and develop positive relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds; ability to think critically and solve problems; ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is insurable by Colorado College’s motor vehicle insurance provider.
• Ability to become forklift certified.

Physical requirements include heavy physical effort (lifting up to 100 pounds); exposure to noisy, icy or dusty conditions and chemicals and solvents; exposure to mechanical, electrical and/or other hazards.

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications. 

Other Position Details:

• Does not supervise others
• Position requires driving CC vehicles (drivers must be eligible for coverage under CC's insurance plan)

Application Instructions

• Application Deadline - last day to submit an application: 4/21/2026
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  

In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• $20.75 to $24.69 per hour

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 0.085 vacation hours for each hour worked and 0.0462 hours of sick time for each hour worked
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays
• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits include free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Benefits and Wellness Information:

Please refer to our Benefits Page

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request accommodations to support your application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at HR@coloradocollege.edu as early as possible. Positions may close on the listed deadline or, if posted as continuous, may close without prior notice.

E-Verify Information:

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov

Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html