Jobs and Careers

Ice Rink Position - Zamboni Operator (Seasonal)

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 17 Aug 2026

💰 $30,900/yr

About the role

Posting number: IRP.ZO26

Department: MC Parks

Division: Enterprise Division

Job classification: Generic Seasonal Posting

Posting type: Open

Categories: Parks and Recreation, Sports

Summary

Do you like being a part of a team environment and enjoy ice skating? Engaging with adults and children alike? Montgomery County Parks, Enterprise Division, is currently seeking energetic, fun, and dependable seasonal/intermittent applicants to fill the Zamboni Operator positions at our Cabin John Ice Rink. Follow the links below for details about each location:

https://montgomeryparks.org/parks-and-trails/cabin-john-regional-park/cabin-john-ice-rink/

Work hours are flexible to include mornings, weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

For more information about the Seasonal Hiring process and application status for Montgomery County, please contact mcp-parkscareers@montgomeryparks.org.

Examples of duties

Zamboni Operator (Starting @ $15.45/hr)

Zamboni operators are responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of ice resurfacing equipment.

Duties include:

Ensuring all ice equipment is operation
Oversee daily facility maintenance and leaning
Complete ice measurements
Enforce facility rules and regulations
Sharpening facility rental and customer skates (training provided)
Knowledge of facility schedule, programs, fees, and policies

Should be outgoing, teamwork oriented, flexible, and have excellent customer service skills. Additional on-site training will be provided. Pay rate is based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

Valid driver’s license and ability to pass defensive driving course is required. Previous experience with skate sharpening and driving a Zamboni preferred. Minimum age: 18

Supplemental information

May be subject to medical, drug, and alcohol testing.

These positions are seasonal (part-time) and do not include benefits. Pay rates are based on experience and qualifications.

All selected candidates must display excellent customer service skills. Some positions attain First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications (training classes available) and attend in-house orientation.

Ongoing continued training and internal growth opportunities available.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.