Zamboni Driver | Part-Time | Port… at Oak View Group · Port…

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 Zamboni Driver will assist with all ice operations in the facility, including operating a Zamboni. In addition to setting up a hockey rink for events and breakdown of the hockey rink between events.

This role pays an hourly rate of $15.00 - $18.00

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

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This position will remain open until November 13, 2026.

About the Venue

Oak View Group has an exciting opening for a Zamboni driver for the new Port Wentworth Ice Cove. The Port Wentworth Ice Cove will host small skating events, youth hockey, college hockey, collegiate and amateur sporting events, and more. The Ice Cove is the home practice facility of the Savannah Ghost Pirates.

Responsibilities

• Assist in a variety of hockey rink set-ups, including ice hockey matches, youth skates, college hockey, and other configurations.
• Assist in installing hockey dashers and glass.
• Assist in ice installation and removal.
• Maintain cleanliness of hockey glass, cleaning prior to games and special events.
• Operate a Zamboni during hockey practices, youth skates, and hockey games.
• Assist in preventative maintenance of Zamboni’s, ice edgers, and blade changes, including all facility equipment.
• Supports OVG properties in the Savannah area, including Port Wentworth Ice Cove, Vystar Pavilion, and Johnny Mercer Theatre.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or trade school certificate required.
• Experience operating heavy equipment or a Zamboni preferred.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and an extended number of consecutive days.
• Valid state-issued driver's license.
• Knowledge in a hockey facility preferred, including ice installation, Zamboni, and ice edger. Possess demonstrated knowledge of NHL/AHL/ECHL standard rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of operational characteristics of events, including crowd management and control techniques, fire and public safety regulations, and food service practices preferred.
• Operate equipment such as Zambonis, pallet jacks, golf carts, forklifts, boom lifts, scrubbing machines, or other light power-driven equipment.
• Self-motivated with excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and/or a stringent schedule and produce accurate results.

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.